We seek to fill the position of Manager Fundraising (m/f/*) full-time (40 h/week), to start in April or later. The successful candidate will work with the new Director Fundraising as part of a growing fundraising team and will support the Hertie School's leadership, faculty and other colleagues to enhance fundraising efforts and will contribute to the long-term success of our mission.

Your tasks:

Fundraising

• Contribute to the development and execution of Hertie School’s new fundraising strategy with a focus on major giving.
• Co-design, coordinate and execute fundraising campaigns, effectively integrating different channels and elements including digital, remote and in-person.
• Build and maintain  a portfolio of individual and corporate partners supporting research, teaching, scholarships and Hertie School facilities.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders and represent the Hertie School externally in fundraising matters together with the Fundraising Director.
• Undertake research on potential funders/donors helping to identify and prioritise opportunities.

Project management

• Coordinate fundraising projects, working relevant Hertie School colleagues – ensuring project delivery on time and budget.
• Keep a line of communication with funders to establish and maintain mutually beneficial and satisfactory relationships incl. reporting on funded projects.
• Ensure compliance with relevant rules and regulations and put appropriate agreements with funding partners in place.

Communications & proposal writing

• Develop and keep fundraising materials up-to-date using various media to make sure that Hertie School, its fundraising opportunities and its priorities speak to funders, including bespoke fundraising proposals.
• Coordinate and closely work with relevant Hertie School stakeholders (for example centres, faculty, accounting, HR, legal).
• Ensure delivery of fundraising materials on time by establishing priorities and deadlines for information gathering, review and approval as well as coordinating requirements with contributors.

Planning & support

• Technical, financial and contractual conceptualisation, planning and implementation of fundraising projects
• Support other projects and activities of the fundraising team as and when needed
• Provide support and guidance in fundraising matters to assigned Hertie School colleagues as and when needed.

Your profile:

• Very good German (native-level/full professional proficiency) and English language skills (professional proficiency).
• A university degree, preferably in the social sciences, business or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in fundraising or similar fields, such as sales (B2B or B2C).
• Proven success in building relationships and generating support for your organisation’s priorities.
• Experience in the philanthropic sector and/or experience in marketing/sales/business development.
• Knowledge of and interest in the research topics covered by the Hertie School are a bonus.
• Excellent networking skills with an ability to manage a portfolio of assigned contacts/accounts.
• Proven project management, communication and presentation skills incl. strong written and verbal communication in German and English.

We offer:

• 30 days paid holidays per year and up to 20 days workation possible
• Flexible Working Hours
• International and diverse work environment
• Good Traffic Connections
• Commuter Ticket
• Mobile working possible

Please submit your application portfolio (a CV, a cover letter, and relevant certificates/ references) by using the button below. We will review applications on a rolling bases and encourage applying early.