Job Description
We are looking for an Associate for our Athens office to join the Development department and actively contribute to the development of strategic partnerships and fundraising initiatives that make a difference.
If you’re someone with excellent communication skills, an outgoing personality, creative thinking, and a passion for networking, then you might be the person we’re looking for.
In this role, you will:
✨ Develop and strengthen relationships with companies, nonprofit organizations, donors, and strategic partners.
✨ Seek out new funding and growth opportunities.
✨ Participate in drafting and preparing proposals that support the organization’s work and goals.
✨ You’ll collaborate with the Communications department on initiatives related to corporate partnerships and projects of mutual interest.
If you’re inspired to build relationships, identify opportunities, and contribute to a project with a meaningful social impact, we’d love to meet you.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the development and maintenance of relationships with existing and potential funders, companies, and partners
- Identify and approach new potential funders with the goal of expanding the network of partners in Greece and abroad
- Participating in meetings, presentations, events, and networking activities to develop new contacts and partnerships
- Preparation of funding proposals, presentations, and informational materials in Greek and English
- Identify funding opportunities from companies, non-profit organizations, and European or international programs
- Maintain regular communication and follow-up with funders and partners, and support donor engagement and stewardship activities
- Assisting in the planning and implementation of fundraising and crowdfunding campaigns
- Collaborate with various teams within the organization to prepare new funding proposals.
- Collaborate with the Communications Department to create written materials and presentations and to support the organization’s events
Candidate Profile
- 1–2 years of relevant experience in fundraising, sales, business development or a related role.
- Ability to identify new opportunities, an outgoing personality, and comfort in actively approaching and building relationships with potential donors and partners.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence in giving presentations and strong written and verbal communication skills in Greek and English
- Creativity in developing new campaigns and partnerships.
- Initiative, consistency, and organizational skills, with the ability to follow up effectively
- Team spirit and willingness to collaborate with different groups and subjects.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing/Communication, Economics, International/European Studies, or a related field.
Desired Qualifications
- Familiarity with corporate partnerships, nonprofit organizations, and/or European funding programs.
- Comfort in using digital tools and platforms for fundraising, crowdfunding, presentations and project management (e.g. Canva, Monday).
- Interest in the sectors of agri-food, entrepreneurship, innovation and social impact.
Provided
- Private health insurance.
- Possibility of working remotely.
- Competitive salary package with monthly gross salary ranging from €19.000 to €22.000, depending on qualifications and experience.
- Additional benefits related to the nature of the position.
- Opportunities for professional development, networking and acquiring new knowledge.
- Structured, collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Participation in an organization with a significant social and developmental footprint.
Note: The selected candidate must be available to start work immediately.
Interested candidates are requested to send their CVs and a cover letter by 15/9/2026 to the following e-mails:
The Organization may complete the selection process before the application deadline if the suitable candidate is identified.
