About this role
The Position: This is a senior position focused on strategic relationships at the intersection of finance, investment, philanthropy and international cooperation. Working directly with our Board, you will: - develop our UAE/GCC partnership strategy - build trusted relationships with C-level executives and senior institutional decision-makers - engage governmental and semi-governmental institutions, family offices, foundations, institutional investors and corporations - identify strategic partnership, sponsorship and institutional funding opportunities - initiate Switzerland/DACH–UAE/GCC cross-border cooperation - support the international development of our DACH Campus for Rare Diseases - advise our Board on the institutional, financial and cultural environment of the UAE/GCC, Reporting directly to the Board.
Your Profile: - senior experience in strategic partnerships, finance, investment, institutional relations or international business development - demonstrated professional experience in the UAE/GCC - proven experience with C-level and senior institutional stakeholders - experience with investors, financial organisations, family offices, foundations, corporations or government-related stakeholders - university degree or comparable qualification - excellent English
Particularly valuable: Arabic proficiency, deep UAE/GCC institutional knowledge, experience with family offices, finance, investment, sovereign-related or philanthropic environments, and an established professional network in the region. Healthcare experience is welcome but not a prerequisite. The core requirement is the ability to build senior-level institutional partnerships between Switzerland/DACH and the UAE/GCC.
What We Offer: A 40–50% position based in Switzerland, direct collaboration with our Board, international responsibility and the opportunity to help build a unique Switzerland/DACH–UAE/GCC bridge for Rare Diseases and social impact.
How to Apply: Please send your CV and motivation letter to: [email protected] , outlining your UAE/GCC, finance, institutional relations and C-level experience, plus your current Swiss/EU/EFTA work-authorisation status, if applicable.