Fundraising Officer (Fundraising Unit)

Within the Fundraising Unit at VHIR, we are seeking a Fundraising Officer to cover a maternity leave.

The Fundraising Officer plays a key role in supporting fundraising efforts through the management of solidarity initiatives promoted by families, companies, patient associations, foundations, individuals, and other organisations. The role also serves as a point of contact for researchers, providing guidance on fundraising in line with VHIR’s strategy, and promoting legacy giving as a fundraising channel.

The overall objective is to increase Unit revenue, build donor loyalty, and strengthen relationships with researchers.

Main responsibilities and duties:

• Management of solidarity initiatives:

  • Respond to emails and calls regarding solidarity initiatives, explain procedures and provide support.

  • Register and track promoters in the database.

  • Support initiative promoters in implementing their actions and follow up with collaborators.

  • Coordinate the delivery of support materials for each initiative.

  • Oversee the closing of initiatives (visits, symbolic cheque presentations, thank-you activities, etc.).

  • Manage merchandise stock for solidarity events.

  • Administer the peer-to-peer (P2P) fundraising platform.

• Monitoring and Reporting:

  • Update monthly income indicators.

• Support for Researchers:

  • Monitor collaboration agreements and donations allocated to research projects.

  • Manage donations assigned to research projects.

  • Coordinate fundraising communication materials for research groups.

• Legacies and bequests:

  • Act as the Unit’s point of reference for legacy giving.

  • Respond to enquiries regarding inheritance and legacy donations.

  • Coordinate activities related to the “Wills for Good” initiative (testimonials, campaign validation, etc.).

Education and qualifications:

Required:

• University degree in Marketing, Public Relations or Social Sciences

• Fluency in Catalan and Spanish

Desirable:

• Specialised training in fundraising/philanthropy

• Professional level of English

Experience and knowledge:

Required:

• Experience in fundraising project and/or marketing departments

Desirable:

• Previous experience in the non-profit sector

• Experience managing solidarity initiatives

Labour conditions:

• Working hours: Full-time (37,5 hours per week).

• Starting date: As soon as possible.

• Gross annual salary: Remuneration will be determined by experience, skills and responsibilities and aligned with the Collective Agreement pay scale.

• Contract type: Temporary contract (maternity leave cover)

What can we offer?

• Incorporation into the Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR), a public sector institution that promotes and develops biomedical research, innovation and teaching at Vall d’Hebron University Hospital (HUVH), the largest hospital in Barcelona and the largest within the Catalan Institute of Health (ICS).

• A dynamic scientific environment of excellence, where cutting-edge biomedical projects are continuously developed.

• Continuous learning and career development pathways.

• Flexible working hours.

• 23 days of annual leave plus 9 personal days.

• Flexible remuneration programme, including meal vouchers, health insurance, transport and more.

• Corporate benefits platform, offering significant discounts on travel, culture, technology, gastronomy, sports and more.

• Healthy offering– “Feel Good, Feel VHIR”: VHIR’s wellbeing programme offers a variety of activities to help staff thrive—physically, mentally, and socially. Through four pillars—Feel Well, Feel Connected, Feel Empowered, Feel Welcomed—it fosters health, growth, and community.

• International mobility support (Welcome Services): we aim to make your arrival in Barcelona smooth and pleasant by providing city information, guidance on required procedures, access to the International Welcome Desk, family support and assistance with finding accommodation.

Deadline to apply: 24-05-2026

How We Hire:

Pre-selection: Candidates are shortlisted based on their skills, qualifications, and relevant experience as outlined in their CVs.

Interviews:  Meetings may be held with Talent Acquisition and/or the hiring manager.

Practical assessment: Depending on the role, candidates may complete a case study, technical task, presentation, or written exercise, on-site or remotely.

Checks: Education, references, and other job-related verifications may be carried out.

Job offer: The selected candidate receives a formal job offer upon successful completion of the process.

VHIR embraces Equality and Diversity. As reflected in our values we work toward ensuring inclusion and equal opportunity in recruitment, hiring, training, and management for all staff within the organization, regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, age, functional diversity or ethnicity.

Information on Personal Data Protection:
Data Controller: Fundació Hospital Universitari Vall d’Hebron Institut de Recerca -VHIR-. Purpose: Personnel selection. Legal Basis: Your consent. Data retention period: One year. If you are selected, as long as the employment relationship is in force and legal responsibilities may arise. Data sharing: Does not occur, except for communications necessary to fulfill the purpose and those required by law to public and private bodies. Rights: You can access, rectify, delete, object to, and limit the processing of data, as well as request data portability where applicable, by contacting lopd@vhir.org. DPO: dpd@ticsalutsocial.cat. More information can be found here.
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