Head of Philanthropy / Head of Philanthropy

Join the Team at Zurich International School

Zurich International School (ZIS) is an inclusive, non-profit day school located in the Greater Zurich area, offering comprehensive bilingual and international educational programs to local and foreign students aged 3 to 18.

About the Role

The Head of Philanthropy is pivotal in cultivating and expanding philanthropic efforts at ZIS. This role emphasizes the identification of new opportunities to enhance programs, the establishment of enduring relationships, the solicitation of philanthropic support, and the strategic planning necessary for the long-term sustainability of the fundraising initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Fundraising Strategy & Execution: Oversee the execution of a moves management strategy designed to cultivate engagement and financial support, which includes donor identification, research, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Annual Fund, Major Gifts & Endowment: Develop strategies to increase contributions to the Annual Fund and Major Gifts Program, while supporting Endowment Fundraising efforts.
• Stewardship & Reporting: Implement a Stewardship plan, maintain detailed reports and performance indicators, ensuring adherence to professional and ethical fundraising standards.
• Community Engagement & Visibility: Be an active presence within the ZIS community and schedule personal meetings on- and off-site to enhance school engagement and support.
• Volunteer & Team Management: Recruit and manage key Annual Fund volunteers and supervise the Advancement Services Coordinator.
• Marketing, PR & Information Sharing: Plan and execute marketing and PR programs for the Annual Fund, while implementing effective information-sharing strategies, including CASE Engagement metrics.
• Corporate & Strategic Partnerships / Networks: Serve as the primary contact for strategic corporate partners and maintain relationship databases.

What You Bring to This Role

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a relevant field
• A strong track record in non-profit fundraising
• Excellent relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage high-value donors in creating shared visions
• Exceptional project management and strategic planning abilities
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills in English and German
• Demonstrated success in leading teams within culturally diverse organizations
• Proficiency in G Suite products, CRM databases, and Raiser’s Edge

Our Benefits

We are a collaborative and engaged team that supports one another. ZIS offers a dynamic and modern work environment situated in an international, multicultural setting, with the option for partial remote work. Our employment contracts are structured around a 40-hour work week, providing 6 weeks of vacation and additional time off during the Christmas and New Year holidays.

We appreciate your interest in joining our team and look forward to receiving your complete application. Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.