OverviewOur client, Rising Tide Foundation, headquartered in Schaffhausen, is one of Switzerland’s leading foundations. It focuses on advancing freedom and prosperity as well as pioneering clinical cancer research, actively driving societal and scientific progress. To accelerate its dynamic growth, our client seeks an inspiring and forward-looking leader for the position of Chief Executive Officer (all genders).ResponsibilitiesIn this executive leadership role, reporting directly to the Chairman of the Board, you will play a key role in shaping and driving the foundation’s strategic direction and operational performance. Working closely with the Board of Directors, Advisory Board, governance bodies, and senior management, you will oversee the foundation’s business and the two main philanthropic programs, Freedom in Practice and Clinical Cancer Research, contributing to aligned and impactful outcomes.Crafting, articulating, and executing long-term strategies that propel the foundation's business performance, in order to accomplish the mission to foster greater freedom, prosperity, and innovative advances in cancer researchEnhancing and safeguarding the foundation’s reputation and external networks by nurturing strong, trust-based partnerships with key stakeholders, affiliated organizations, and the foundation’s financial subsidiaryChampioning a workplace culture marked by collaboration, inclusiveness, empowerment, and shared responsibility within an environment that embraces a familial spiritDriving operational and fiscal excellence through meticulous oversight of cross-divisional coordination, resource management, budget compliance, performance evaluation and strategic management of service providers to maximize impact and sustainabilityQualificationsYour profileA decisive and articulate visionary with a proven track record in senior leadership roles within the philanthropic sectors (foundation or family office).Your expertise includes comprehensive knowledge of relevant Swiss regulatory and governance frameworks, combined with strong strategic acumen, excellent communication abilities, and proven aptitude for managing diverse stakeholder relationships. Ideally, you also bring significant experience working in or with the USA, understanding its philanthropic landscape and cultural nuances.An empowering leadership approach grounded in respect for autonomy, servant leadership principles, and collective engagementDemonstrated proficiency in fostering trust and collaboration across governing boards, advisory committees, partners, and teamsHigh level of business integrity and business acumen, willingness to constantly improveContinuously seeking innovative paths to success and driven to deliver outstanding resultsA commitment to inclusive decision-making and advancing meaningful social and scientific progressFluency in English and German, both oral and written, enabling effective communication in international contextsA strong alignment with the foundation’s core values emphasizing freedom, societal progress, and social responsibility“Doer” mentality, not shying away from going the extra mile, with a high level of stress-resilience and self-reflectionSelf-driven personality with the ability to work independently and under time pressureBenefitsThis opportunity offers a unique platform to lead and influence the future trajectory of an innovative foundation dedicated to transformative societal and scientific contributions. Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications, including CVs, references, and relevant documentation, through Kienbaum Jobs, referencing number 281807 using the following link. For further information, please contact Fabienne Bezemer.Kienbaum Schweiz AGDufourstrasse 43 | 8008 Zürich | Fabienne Bezemer | +41443064267 | www.kienbaum.chKienbaum AGDufourstrasse 438008 Zurich, Switzerland< Zurück zu Jobliste
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