Sales/Fundraising and Partnership Manager - Remote

Overview

We at Groundbreaker are a non-profit organization based in Cologne, specializing in developing projects that go beyond traditional donations and create a sustainable, positive impact for all involved. One of our key programs is Groundbreaker Talents, which trains young women from difficult financial backgrounds in Uganda as software engineers through an intensive one-year program. Scholarships for this program are primarily funded by companies and investment funds from the IT sector. Employees of supporting companies are directly involved in our mentorship program, creating a platform for interaction. Our goal is to provide a truly sustainable way out of poverty while promoting diversity in the tech industry.

In Short

• Responsible for the entire sales process of scholarships.
• Develop and implement innovative fundraising strategies.
• Build and maintain long-term partnerships with companies interested in CSR projects.
• Represent Groundbreaker at events and actively win new partners.
• Monitor performance of sales and fundraising activities based on KPIs.
• Work independently and implement creative ideas in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication skills in German and English.
• Flexible and willing to travel regularly.

Requirements

• Proven experience in sales and/or fundraising.
• Strategic and goal-oriented approach to sales and fundraising processes.
• Comfortable presenting Groundbreaker Talents at events.
• Detail-oriented with a structured and analytical working style.
• Ability to adapt and be resilient under stress.

Benefits

• Meaningful and innovative work with creative opportunities in a dynamic environment.
• Direct influence on projects and diverse tasks in an international context.
• New experiences in the CSR field and fundraising.
• Full-time and part-time options, flexible working hours, remote work (home office), and a desk in Cologne.