Global Foundations Manager

Position description

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.

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.

Your 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.

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