The CyberPeace Institute protects the most vulnerable in cyberspace. We deliver cybersecurity assistance and hold all actors accountable for ensuring peace in cyberspace by exposing the human harm caused by cyberattacks and disinformation. We advocate against the unacceptable use of artificial intelligence to threaten international peace and security, while promoting the responsible development and use of AI.

Your Mission

As Fundraising Engagement Associate, you will support the Chief Strategy and Partnerships Officer in developing the strategic fundraising narrative of the Institute and related internal & external engagement with the Institute’s stakeholders network, including partners and donors, on top of contributing to the effective management and smooth functioning of the team and the Institute. 

Your Responsibilities

Under the leadership of the Chief Strategy and Partnerships Officer, the Fundraising Engagement Associate will:

• Support the implementation of the fundraising communications strategy by doing marketing research and identifying relevant income streams and donor prospects
• Pitch/convey the organization’s mission, vision and programs with a deep understanding of the work of the Institute in such a way that complex technical issues could be transformed into engaging relatable and understandable human stories 
• Produce some high quality fundraising related promotional materials in written or multimedia format to attract and convince partners, donors, and funders to support us
• Creating compelling and engaging content across various platforms, including events, social media, blogs, and websites
• Develop letters of interests, grant applications, proposals, award applications etc. to submit funding applications
• Support in managing relationships with current & future identified donors, from identification to stewardship including regular communications and adherence to reporting timelines. 
• Support the fundraising internal communication and liaise with various departments within the Institute to collect and present relevant information to stakeholders.
• Support with organization and attendance of fundraising related meetings and events. 
• Manage and update the internal donor management system and ensure all prospective and current donor details are accurately recorded in the donor database.
• Ensure regular communications and adherence to reporting timelines with donors.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Your Experience, Skills and Attribute

• Previous experience (min. 2 years) in storytelling, communications, journalism, marketing, sales, fundraising, reporting, writing proposals, grant applications (preferably in an NGO) 
• Studies relevant to fundraising responsibilities, like in business management/development, economics, marketing, communications, international relations, international human rights, international security studies, cybersecurity, or related field
• Fluency in English and ideally French, spoken and written
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Creativity in telling content/stories with emotions, in writing and multimedia format
• Knowledge of full MS Office Package and design/marketing tools (Canva, etc.)
• Attention to detail 
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with people from varied backgrounds, at all management levels 
• Ability to coordinate with departments, organize and prioritize workload and adhere to deadlines
• Knowledge in the cybersecurity field is an asset
• Demonstrated commitment to work in NGOs - nonprofit sector

Additional Information 

• Duration: indefinite
• Working rate: full-time (ideally) or at least 80%
• Starting date: as soon as possible 
• Location: Geneva, Switzerland (ideally) or remote (CET hours)

Equal Opportunity

The CyberPeace Institute is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

When applying

Please provide the following:

• A CV in a pdf format
• A cover letter ​describing your motivation and salary expectations, in a pdf format
• A sample written content to demonstrate ability to transform a complex and/or technical  issue into a relatable story

Please read carefully:
We will only consider applications that comply with all the required enclosures, information and application deadline. As much as we would like to respond to all applicants, we can only guarantee responding to candidates selected for the interview process. Thank you for your understanding.

We look forward to receiving your application and thank you for your interest in the CyberPeace Institute.