WHH is hiring a Global Foundations Manager skilled in foundation engagement, institutional fundraising, grant management, and donor relationship development.
Job Summary
The
position is to be filled as soon as possible, with an initial contract duration
of 2 years. There are very good prospects for an extension. The role is based
in our Kenyan office and will work with WHH country offices worldwide.
Employment terms and conditions, including salary and benefits, will be
determined based on the successful candidate’s recruitment category (national
or expat).
As Global Foundations Manager, you will help diversify Welthungerhilfe’s funding base and strengthen long-term philanthropic partnerships that advance our mission of Zero Hunger. The role combines partnership development, internal collaboration, and strategic fundraising. You will develop and manage strategic foundation partnerships and work closely with country offices to establish the processes and structures that enable foundation fundraising.
Working
closely with colleagues across country offices and the German headquarter,
including colleagues already engaging with foundation donors (mainly in Germany
and USA), you will contribute to building strong foundation pipelines,
developing compelling partnership opportunities, and strengthening approaches
to foundation engagement across countries.
Alongside
this work, you will also develop and pursue selected foundation partnerships
directly, particularly with foundations operating regionally or locally in
countries where Welthungerhilfe works. In doing so, you will coordinate closely
with colleagues worldwide to ensure aligned engagement and a coherent global
approach to donor relationships. You will be part of WHH’s Philanthropy &
Partnerships team, which is primarily based in Germany, collaborating virtually
on a regular basis across time zones.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with country offices to identify, develop, and
advance strategic foundation partnership opportunities.
- Collaborate with country teams in building and managing strong
foundation prospect pipelines, identifying opportunities that align with
programmatic priorities and funding strategies.
- Accompany country offices in the cultivation and development of
foundation partnerships, including donor outreach strategies, engagement
planning, and partnership positioning.
- Contribute to developing partnership pitches, concepts, and cases
for support together with country teams, translating programmatic
priorities and impact evidence into compelling foundation-facing
propositions.
- Facilitate exchange of successful practices, market insights, and
fundraising approaches across country offices to strengthen the
organization’s overall capacity to engage foundations.
- Identify and pursue selected strategic foundation opportunities,
particularly with regional or locally present foundations, in close
coordination with relevant country offices and head office colleagues.
- Coordinate closely with WHH colleagues wordwide to
ensure aligned relationship management and coordinated donor
engagement.
- Develop high-quality pitches, concept notes, proposals, and
partnership propositions in collaboration with technical experts, program
and country teams.
- Support due diligence processes and risk assessments for prospective
foundation partners in line with Welthungerhilfe’s policies and compliance
requirements.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree required; a Master’s degree in a relevant field
(e.g. International Relations, Nonprofit Management, Development Studies,
Marketing, or Communications) is strongly preferred.
- At least five years of progressive experience in foundation
fundraising or institutional philanthropy, ideally within an international
NGO or global development context.
- Demonstrated ability to secure six- and seven-figure grants from
foundations and manage long-term donor relationships.
- Strong analytical and strategic skills to translate complex
programmatic information into compelling, impact-driven funding
propositions.
- Experience using donor relationship management systems (e.g.,
Salesforce or equivalent) to maintain a structured partner pipeline and
monitor engagement.
- Excellent interpersonal and networking skills with the ability to
build trust and collaborate effectively across cultures, functions, and
levels of seniority.
- High degree of independence, organization, and reliability, with the
ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a dynamic
environment.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and adapt
strategies to evolving philanthropic trends.
- You recognize the growing value of data in your field and are eager
to build your awareness and skills to incorporate data-informed approaches
into your work.
- Exceptional written and verbal English skills, with proven ability
to develop persuasive, donor-oriented proposals and reports. Proficiency
in additional languages is an asset.
What we offer
- Fair Compensation: A fair and equal remuneration based on a
transparent salary scale.
- Commitment to Well-Being: We attach great importance to our duty of
care with a focus on safety, security & health.
- Modern & Agile Work Environment: Be part of a forward thinking
organization that fully embraces digitalization and innovation across all
areas.
- Personal & Professional Growth: Access diverse learning and
development opportunities to advance your career.
- Team: Join our dedicated and diverse teams, where passion,
expertise, and joy come together to create a better world.
How to Apply
