Advocacy, Partnerships And Resource Development Manager

Position: ADVOCACY, PARTNERSHIPS AND RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT MANAGER – 50%
Location: Genf

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT ADVOCACY, PARTNERSHIPS AND RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT MANAGER – 50%

Organisation

2nd Chance – Swiss humanitarian medical NGO

Location

Geneva, Switzerland

Reporting line

Reports directly to the Executive Committee

Position mission

The Advocacy, Partnerships and Resource Development Manager is responsible for leading 2nd Chance's advocacy, external relations and fundraising activities. The role aims to strengthen the organisation's positioning within the Geneva international ecosystem and to secure sustainable institutional and philanthropic support.

This position is distinct from field operations, while maintaining close coordination with operational teams to ensure coherence between field activities and advocacy narratives.

Key responsibilities Advocacy and positioning

• Develop and implement advocacy strategies aligned with 2nd Chance's mission
• Strengthen the organisation's visibility and credibility within international, academic and philanthropic networks
• Represent 2nd Chance with institutional, academic and funding partners

Partnerships and fundraising

• Develop and maintain relationships with foundations, donors and institutions
• Lead the preparation of grant applications, funding proposals and donor reports
• Identify and develop new partnership and funding opportunities

Strategic coordination and cross-functional collaboration

• Work closely with the Executive Committee on strategic priorities
• Coordinate with the Head of Operations / Missions to translate field activities into credible impact narratives
• Participate, on an occasional basis, in selected field missions to better understand operational realities and strengthen advocacy, communication and fundraising work

Profile and mindset Required mindset

• Strong humanitarian values and ethical commitment
• Humility and genuine motivation to serve patients and local partners
• Long‑term vision focused on impact

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