Expert Legacy Fundraising*

The position is to be filled as soon as possible, with an initial contract duration of one year due to a substitution. Employment location will be Bonn, Germany.

After several very successful years, Welthungerhilfe sees further potential to better understand the field of legacy fundraising and the special group of donors, to tailor communication more closely to them, and to provide them with even more individualized support. Here we are at the beginning of a process in which we will renew the offer and the communication. As Expert Fundraising Legacy, you will support us in this process and have the unique opportunity to have a lasting impact on Welthungerhilfe’s exciting portfolio of services.

Your responsibilities

  • Supporting and advising potential estate donors
  • Contributing to the implementation of marketing measures in the field of legacy fundraising
  • Planning, implementation and follow-up of events on the topic of legacies
  • Maintenance of all customer data in the CRM system
  • Interface management with various departments (including legal, marketing and financial accounting)

Your profile

  • A university/college degree or comparable qualification
  • Several years of relevant professional experience e.g. in key account management, marketing, foundations or fundraising desirable
  • Strong empathic & emotional social competence
  • High service orientation
  • Team-oriented, independent and proactive working style
  • Strong analytical, organizational and planning skills
  • Excellent spoken and written German as well as good English language skills

Our offer

We offer you the opportunity to work in a responsible and interesting field as part of an extremely dedicated team. Welthungerhilfe attaches great importance to the personal and professional development of its employees and the balance of their work and private life. This includes flexible working hours as well as working from home. Remuneration is based on our gender-independent salary scale. In addition, Welthungerhilfe offers numerous other benefits, which are listed under “Our benefits”.

How to apply

Please send your application via our online recruiting system by September 10, 2023 by following this link. Welthungerhilfe is committed to fighting terrorism in all its activities. Accordingly, any applicant who is offered employment will be screened against lists of known and suspected terrorists.

*Welthungerhilfe values diversity and ensures an inclusive, non-discriminatory working environment. We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community.