The Good Food Institute Europe (GFI Europe) is at the forefront of the movement to transform meat production in order to solve some of the world’s biggest problems, from climate change and global hunger, to antibiotic resistance and animal suffering.
We work with scientists, businesses and policymakers to make plant-based and cultivated meat (grown directly from cells) delicious, affordable and accessible. Please check out the rest of our website, our 2023 Year in Review and our 2023 Europe Highlights blog post to find out more about who we are and what we do.
We are at an exciting stage in our growth and are looking to recruit a new role to support GFI’s fundraising efforts in the DACH region. We are interested in candidates appropriate for either a Philanthropy Officer or Philanthropy Manager position, and will make an offer to the successful candidate at the level we deem best suited to the skills, aptitudes and experience demonstrated during the application process. The expectations of the role-holder will differ depending on the grade we appoint at, and are set out below. Appropriate support, training and growth opportunities will be provided to the role-holder, whichever grade we appoint at.
How you will make a difference:
The work of GFI is powered by philanthropy. Reporting to our Senior Philanthropy Manager, you will be in a frontline fundraising role, building and sustaining relationships with our growing family of supporters. Your role will have high responsibility and high impact. Your performance in this role has the potential to make a significant impact on how quickly Europe and the world move to a more ethical and sustainable food system.
Working closely with the GFI global development team, you will be responsible for securing essential philanthropic funds to power our work across the globe and help transform animal agriculture, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, conserve natural resources and prevent animal suffering on a massive scale.
Focused on the DACH region, as either Philanthropy Officer or Philanthropy Manager, your work will include:
If appointed as Philanthropy Manager, your work will also include:
What We’re Looking For
The Philanthropy Officer or Manager must have:
The Philanthropy Manager must also have:
We want the best people and we know that building a diverse, inclusive workplace leads to stronger, happier, more productive and resilient teams. We strongly encourage people of every ethnicity, orientation, age, gender, origin, socio-economic background, and ability to apply. Because we value a diverse workplace, we prioritise an inclusive culture absent of discrimination and harassment during the application process and after you join the team.
The Fine Print
The Good Food Institute Europe (GFI Europe) is at the forefront of the movement to transform meat production in order to solve some of the world’s biggest problems, from climate change and global hunger, to antibiotic resistance and animal suffering.
We work with scientists, businesses and policymakers to make plant-based and cultivated meat (grown directly from cells) delicious, affordable and accessible. Please check out the rest of our website, our 2023 Year in Review and our 2023 Europe Highlights blog post to find out more about who we are and what we do.
We are at an exciting stage in our growth and are looking to recruit a new role to support GFI’s fundraising efforts in the DACH region. We are interested in candidates appropriate for either a Philanthropy Officer or Philanthropy Manager position, and will make an offer to the successful candidate at the level we deem best suited to the skills, aptitudes and experience demonstrated during the application…
Applicants must be based in Germany or Austria. You will need to be willing and able to travel within the DACH region, every couple of months. You will mainly be working remotely from your home, or wherever you choose. We are happy to consider supporting costs for co-working to enable you to work from an office if you wish. You and the whole GFI Europe team will get together in person approximately twice per year for around 3-4 days at a time. Travel costs will be covered by GFI Europe within our travel policy.
Requests for part-time hours (26.5 hours/week or above) can be considered.
Applicants must be based in Germany or Austria. You will need to be willing and able to travel within the DACH region, every couple of months. You will mainly be working remotely from your home, or wherever you choose. We are happy to consider supporting costs for co-working to enable you to work from an office if you wish. You and the whole GFI Europe team will get together in person approximately twice per year for around 3-4 days at a time. Travel costs will be covered by GFI Europe within our travel policy.
Requests for part-time hours (26.5 hours/week or above) can be considered.
excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English
excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English