About Fondation Le Grammont
Fondation Le Grammont is a Swiss charitable foundation established in 2023. It supports projects nationally and internationally within three key pillars:
- Ecosystems of oceans and rainforests
- Social inclusion
- Culture & creativity
What We Are Looking For
Fondation Le Grammont is seeking a Foundation Manager who will coordinate and enhance the foundation's philanthropic activities. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of strategic thinking, operational excellence, strong communication skills, and the ability to build long-term partnerships that align with the foundation's mission.
You will be responsible for overseeing the foundation's operations, grant processes, and external representation.
Key Responsibilities
- Program Management & Grant-making:
Independently select suitable partners, conduct due diligence, and monitor ongoing initiatives. Prepare documentation, reports, and recommendations for the Foundation Board.
- Operations:
Manage day-to-day operations of the foundation, including administrative, financial, and program activities. Prepare annual budgets and financial reports.
- Strategy Development and Board Support:
Refine and assist in the further development of the strategy across the foundation's three key pillars. Implement the foundation's strategy and prepare documentation for Foundation Board meetings.
- Stakeholder Relations:
Cultivate relationships with other funders and partner institutions. Represent the foundation in external meetings, events, and networks.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Master's degree in a relevant field.
- Minimum 5-10 years of professional experience, including at least 2 years in a similar role in a philanthropic foundation or NGO.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills, along with a high degree of initiative and self-motivation.
- Knowledge and experience in marine and ocean sciences is a plus.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in German and English; basic proficiency in French is required.
- High degree of integrity and commitment to philanthropic values.
Organisational Details
Start date: April 2026 or by agreement.
Place of work is the city center of Zurich, with the option of partial home-office work.
This is a newly created position. Initially, the Foundation Manager will be the sole employee of the foundation while being embedded within a broader team across related entities.
How to Apply
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
Contact for Inquiries
For any questions, please reach out to:
Gabriele Liautaud,
Email: liautaud@activephilanthropy.org
Location: Zürich
Employment Type: Permanent
Experience Level: 5-10 years
Qualification Required: Master's/Diploma
Posted on: 24.02.2026