Philanthropy Diversification Lead

Inclusivity and Diversity at MSF

Do your qualifications and experience not exactly match all requirements of the job?

At MSF OCG, we are committed to an inclusive culture that supports and amplifies the diverse voices of our staff members. We strive to create workplaces where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, perspectives, ideas and experiences work together to advance MSF's social mission and create better outcomes for our patients and the communities we work with.

We understand that some people may hesitate to apply for employment if they don't meet all listed job requirements. Research shows that this is especially true for women. If you believe your profile is a good match for this position, we invite you to apply even if you don't fulfil every listed qualification.

We encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ages, sexual orientations, ethnicities, background, religions, beliefs, ability status, and all other diversity characteristics.

MSF does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of discrimination or harassment, including sexual harassment. All selected candidates will undergo reference checks.

Context & mission

MSF is a non-profit, international, independent, medical-humanitarian organization providing assistance to people affected by conflict, epidemics, natural disasters, or exclusion from healthcare. MSF's teams are made up of health professionals, logisticians and administrative personnel, guided by medical ethics and the principles of impartiality, independence and neutrality. MSF was founded in 1971 in Paris by a group of journalists and doctors. Today, it is a worldwide movement of more than 60,000 people, including staff in headquarters and in the field.

MSF Switzerland was created in 1981 and it is headquartered in Geneva.

The Philanthropy Diversification Lead drives the development, implementation, and promotion of philanthropic initiatives that expand and diversify MSF Switzerland's income sources. Focusing on Blockchain Giving and Islamic Philanthropy, the role is accountable for generating new streams of donations by developing effective fundraising initiatives and cultivating long-term donor and partner relationships.

Building on recent investments and successful initiatives such as Stake2Care, Art4Care, and the Zakat Fund, the position leads the promotion and growth of these offers, identifies new opportunities, and develops strategic collaborations that harness both emerging and established giving models for humanitarian action.

Acting as an entrepreneur within the organization—curious about Islamic finance and crypto philanthropy, agile in learning, and skilled at navigating diverse environments—the Philanthropy Diversification Lead strengthens MSF's capacity to attract and engage diverse philanthropic communities in support of its humanitarian mission.

Tasks and responsibilities

Blockchain giving

• Drives income generation through blockchain-based philanthropy by developing a network of engaged and long-term donors, partners, and supporters committed to MSF's humanitarian mission.

• Promotes and grows Stake2Care and Art4Care to generate increasing financial contributions.

• Identifies, designs, and implements new blockchain and cryptocurrency giving opportunities that align with MSF's principles and fundraising strategy.

• Expands MSF's network of partners, influencers, and innovators within the blockchain and crypto philanthropy ecosystem by engaging with relevant forums, events, and communities to strengthen visibility and collaboration.

• Oversees the Stories of Care promotional program and manages the dedicated Twitter/X and Instagram accounts to enhance visibility and engagement.

• Works closely with the Public Engagement, Digital, and Finance teams to develop joint initiatives and ensure operational and financial compliance.

Islamic Philanthropy:

• Leads the Islamic Philanthropy programme for MSF Switzerland, with accountability for revenue generation and partnership development.

• Identifies, engages, and cultivates relationships with Islamic finance institutions, philanthropic intermediaries, and individual donors interested in Islamic giving.

• Designs and establishes partnerships or financial instruments to attract Islamic Philanthropy contributions, including Zakat and other forms of charitable giving.

• Ensures all initiatives align with both MSF's humanitarian principles and Islamic philanthropic requirements.

• Collaborates with the MSF's International Office Islamic Philanthropy subject matter expert to ensure alignment, share best practices, and seize international opportunities for growth and collaboration.

Transversal Responsibilities:

• Represents MSF Switzerland as an active member of both the Islamic Philanthropy and the Crypto Giving Task Forces in MSF,

• Contributes to the organizational knowledge about the targeted demographics and ensures restitution, analysis, and preservation of institutional memory.

• Monitors market trends and emerging practices, sharing insights and recommendations with the team.

• Collaborates with other team members in the department to identify synergies and maximize results across partnerships and donor segments.

Education & Experience

• University degree or equivalent in Business Management, Finance, Marketing, Communications, Computer Science or other relevant fields

Languages

• English

• Arabic is a strong asset

• French or German is an asset

Personal Abilities & Skills

• Self-starter

• Fast learner

• Able to translate technical Web3 concepts into accessible langague

• Negotiation and listening skills

• Strategic and visionary

• Dynamic, proactive and autonomous

• Creative and innovative

• Rigorous and good organizational skills

• Empathic, enthusiastic, optimistic

• Team spirit

• Blockchain/ Web3 expertise OR

• Familiarity with Islamic finance

• Demonstratable knowledge of nonprofit funding

• Familiarity with compliance in crypto donations is a plus

Terms of employment

• Open-Ended contract

• Full-time, 100% (40h/week)

• Working place : Geneva

• Ideal start date: 2nd of february, 2026

• Gross annual salary (for 100%): from CHF to CHF salary commensurate with equivalent experience and internal salary grid)

• Paid vacation: 25 days per year, prorate temporis, plus any Swiss public holidays falling within the contract period.

• Pension plan: pension contribution covered 3/4 by MSF, 1/4 by staff member.

• Relocation package if moving from a different country to Switzerland.

How to apply

Candidates are invited to submit their application exclusively through our recruitment platform, following these guidelines:

• CV (maximum 2 pages)

• Cover letter (maximum 1 page)

• Documents must be submitted in either English or French.

The application deadline is November 23rd, 2025.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier if we receive a sufficient number of quality applications.

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