Context

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. It responds to emergencies and longer-term humanitarian needs while promoting respect for international humanitarian law. An independent and neutral organization, its mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. The ICRC works closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and their International Federation to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence.

The Resource Mobilization Division (REM) is responsible for mobilizing financial resources from governments, private sector partners, multilateral & bilateral institutions and individual donors to support the ICRC's global humanitarian operations. REM is organized around four pillars: Public Sector fundraising, Private Fundraising, Fundraising Services, and a cross-cutting Support Unit.

The Associate will be placed within one of these four roles depending on their profile and preferences. Each role offers a unique entry point into the work of a global humanitarian organization, combining hands-on operational experience with exposure to the ICRC's broader resource mobilization strategy.

As part of a broader associate pool,  the associate may be asked to perform tasks not covered in this job description and to provide support to other teams when necessary.

Purpose of the roles

Working under a dedicated supervisor, the Associate will gain valuable insight into the working practices of a global humanitarian organisation and build professional contacts. The Associate will be placed in one of the four roles described below, based on their profile and preferences.

Public Sector Associate The Associate supports the implementation of fundraising and partnership strategies with governments and multilateral & bilateral institutions. They contribute to the preparation of fundraising initiatives, donor engagement activities and performance reporting, and helps ensure effective coordination with internal stakeholders and external partners to strengthen donor relationships.

Private Fundraising Associate The Associate discovers and supports the different units within the Private Sector Fundraising pillar, from individual donors and digital fundraising to the cultivation of high-value donors and legacy giving. They contribute to content creation, supports the development of new donor relationships and existing partnerships, and manages the follow-up of specific projects.

Fundraising Services Associate The Associate supports the production of fundraising materials and donor engagement compliance functions within the Fundraising Services pillar, including contract review, contributions management, donor assurance exercises and private-sector due diligence. They gain exposure to the full cycle of fundraising asset production and compliance oversight.

Support Associate The Associate works within the REM Support Unit across one or more of its four teams: Division Administration, Coordination Data & Performance, Business Process Management, and Digital Product Management. Their duties may range from administration and coordination tasks to data management, process improvement and digital product support. The Associate is also part of a pool of associates and will occasionally have the opportunity to contribute to activities across other REM units.

Main duties and responsibilities

Public Sector Associate

• Assists with the day-to-day management and coordination of the Public Sector REM unit, including the preparation and follow-up of internal meetings.
• Monitors government contributions to the ICRC and assists in forecasting.
• Prepares internal reports on funding trends and performance of the Public Sector REM unit.
• Assists in the drafting and dissemination of donor communication lines and narratives.
• Supports the preparation and follow-up of bilateral meetings with government donors, including research, preparation of presentations and drafting of follow-up emails and reports/minutes.
• Prepares presentations for meetings with both internal and external stakeholders.

Private Fundraising Associate

• Supports the Private Partnerships and Philanthropy teams in identifying prospects and developing long-term funding partnerships with major donors (wealthy individuals, foundations, corporates).
• Ensures high-quality stewardship of major donors and prospects through a variety of communication channels; conducts prospect research and updates the ICRC's donor relationship management database (4D).
• Supports the Digital Fundraising team in planning and implementing global campaigns to acquire and engage new supporters; assists with content development, performance reporting and donor inquiries.
• Supports the Individual Donor Engagement team in day-to-day operations, with a focus on donor care, CRM updates and mailing support (particularly during the year-end peak period).
• Contributes to the development of fundraising narratives and content for different donor audiences; assists with events organisation (face-to-face and virtual).

Fundraising Services Associate

• Supports the Head of Fundraising Services in delivering services that enable a sustainable, diversified and principled resource mobilization in support of the ICRC's mission.
• Supports the development and production of emergency, thematic and context-specific fundraising materials, engaging with ICRC internal subject-matter experts (protection, health, mines, international humanitarian law, etc.).
• Contributes to donor engagement through visibility and recognition efforts, contributions management, and analysis of funding trends and forecasts.
• Conducts due diligence on private-sector donors, reviews funding agreements and helps ensure compliance with internal rules and policies.
• Prepares presentations, memoranda, speaking notes and documentation for internal and external use; supports coordination of unit meetings and contributes to knowledge and content management.

Support Associate

• Coordinates the pool of associates: assesses unit needs, tracks availability and ensures matching and planning.
• Supports the preparation and delivery of division-wide events, including division meetings, social activities and informal gatherings.
• Provides coordination and administrative support for team and divisional routines, including meeting preparation, note-taking, action tracking and follow-up.
• Organises workshops at unit level, including planning, facilitation, logistics and documentation of outputs.
• Contributes to the maintenance and continuous improvement of onboarding materials in REM.
• Supports business process management initiatives, including the automation and standardisation of REM HR data processes.
• Participates in, and when appropriate leads, activities that promote process enhancements, including the use of 4D, AI/RPA and other digital systems.

Experience and education required

• A minimum of 1 year to a maximum of 2 years of previous work experience (including internships) is required. 
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field, such as international relations, international law, economics, business administration, political science, humanitarian action, marketing, communication, engineering or equivalent education. 
• A background in one or more of the following areas is an asset: fundraising, humanitarian or development work, government relations or public policy, marketing or communication, relationship or account management, business analysis or project management, corporate social responsibility. 
• Prior experience with or knowledge of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is an asset. 
• Proficiency in English is required for all roles. A good command of French is desired.
• Mother tongue level of French is required and working knowledge of Portuguese is a strong asset for the Private Fundraising role.

Desired profile and skills

• Strong analytical and organisational skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent drafting and communication skills in English; ability to produce clear, concise and well-structured written content.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; ability to create compelling data visualisations and presentations.
• Good understanding of data management and information systems; analytical mindset with the ability to structure and interpret large volumes of information.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills; ability to work effectively in a multicultural and international environment.
• Team player with a proactive, flexible and solution-oriented attitude; willingness to take ownership of assigned activities and lead small initiatives when appropriate.
• Demonstrated reliability in following through on tasks, tracking actions and ensuring timely follow-up.
• Adaptability and openness to supporting evolving team and unit needs.
• Good comprehension of general social, economic, political and current affairs; ability to deliver high-quality work within defined timelines.
• Genuine passion for humanitarian work and ability to operate in a complex international organisation.
• A minimum of 1 year to a maximum of 2 years of previous work experience (including internships) is required.

Additional information

• Location: Geneva, Switzerland
• Activity rate: 100%
• Estimated start date:  July 2026
• Length of assignment: 12 months
• Visa/permit: Legitimation card - provided 
• Gross monthly salary: CHF 3’934 (13 salaries per year)
• Application deadline: Wednesday, 22 April 2026

For future employees who are not EU and/or EFTA nationals, settling in Switzerland is now required. Direct settlement in France upon arrival is no longer possible.

Application details

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by the application deadline.

Required application documents - Please upload the following documents to your candidate profile:

• Diplomas
• Work certificates
• A colour scan of your passport

Motivation letter - As part of the application, candidates are requested to submit a motivation letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing the following points:

• Your understanding of the ICRC’s protection work, including its role and approach in responding to the needs of people affected by armed conflict and other situations of violence;
• How does your previous knowledge and experience working directly with conflict-affected people (such as children, internally displaced persons, migrants, or other affected populations) equip you to contribute to this role?
• How does this Associate position fit within your broader professional and career aspirations, and what do you hope to gain from the experience?
   

Only complete applications submitted through the online platform will be considered.

Our values

• At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page.