The International Alliance for the Protection of Heritage (ALIPH) is a Swiss law foundation based in Geneva, benefiting from the privileges and immunities of an international organization. The main global fund dedicated to the protection of heritage in conflict, post-conflict, or crisis zones, ALIPH supports those who, on the ground, take concrete measures to protect or restore museums, sites, monuments, or intangible heritage, in the most challenging contexts. Since its creation in Geneva in 2017, ALIPH has supported 550 projects in over 54 countries. The Foundation carries out its mission thanks to the support of its nine member states (France, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, China, Morocco, Luxembourg, Cyprus, and Uzbekistan), its three private donors, as well as about a dozen other funding partners.

Reporting to the Director of Development, the Development and Partnerships Intern will support the Development team’s processes, strategy, donor cultivation, and resource mobilization. The person will possess strong organizational skills and a keen interest in donor relations and fundraising. Ideally, this is a full-time position; part-time positions could be considered for outstanding candidates. The position is based in ALIPH’s offices in Geneva, Switzerland.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and/or refine donor and potential partners tracking, as well as pipeline tools, including through the development of interactive spreadsheets, CRM tools, and project management software, as-needed;
• Contribute to the identification of new donors, particularly (but not exclusively) in the context of the celebration of ALIPH’s 10th anniversary and its third Donors’ Conference;
• Contribute to initial donor outreach, whether public or private, and any necessary follow-up;
• Assist with the drafting of notes, marketing and pitch documents, and other fundraising materials;
• Assist in the preparation of interim and end-of-grant reports and funding proposals;
• Support the Strategic Partnerships and Events Officer(s) in preparing for 10-year anniversary events, including through tracking and follow-up tasks on donor outreach and meetings;
• Support internal reflections and contribute to the development and implementation of ALIPH’s resource mobilization and development strategy;
• Support other internal ALIPH dynamics, such as (but not exclusively) Communication topics in preparing the 10th anniversary.

Professional skills and experience

• Strong interest and some experience in donor relations, multilateral organizations, and/or fundraising
• Excellent organizational skills and rigour; efficient in observing deadlines and tracking deliverables and schedules
• Strong knowledge of tracking and follow-up tools
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and in a multicultural environment
• Flexible and able to multi-task and prioritize, has a "can-do" attitude
• Office software skills
• Fluency in English. Knowledge of French, Arabic and another language is an advantage
• Available to start in October 2025

This position will offer exceptional opportunities for professional development to an individual bringing the right combination of skills, passion, and a “can-do” attitude.

Start date: asap

Duration: This is a fixed-term contract (6 months)

To be noted: this internship must be part of the intern's studies, and only interns who can provide an internship agreement with their school or university are eligible.

Organization: International alliance for the protection of heritage (ALIPH)

Location: Geneva, Switzerland

Interested candidates should send their CV and cover letter in English before October 13th, 2025, to the following e-mail address: hr@aliph-foundation.org - mentioning “Development and Partnerships Intern” in the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.