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Helvetas is an organization specialized in development cooperation and humanitarian response, anchored in Switzerland. Our vision is a just world in which all people determine the course of their lives in dignity and security, using environmental resources in a sustainable manner.Helvetas Swiss Intercooperation is implementing the Education for Employment (E4E) project in North Macedonia, which aims to address structural labour market mismatches by strengthening the relevance, inclusiveness, and market orientation of the Vocational Education and Training (VET) system.The project focuses on demand-driven skills development, stronger engagement of private-sector and public-sector institutions, and improved pathways to decent employment for young people, with particular attention to inclusion. E4E applies a Market Systems Development (MSD) approach and works closely with national and sectoral stakeholders to support sustainable, systemic change in the Vocational Skills Development (VSD) system. The project is currently entering its Phase 3 / Exit Phase (2026-2029), with a strong focus on institutionalisation, sustainability, transfer of ownership, and consolidation of learning.The expected start date for this position is June 15, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.MAIN TASKSProvide overall strategic, technical, and managerial leadership for the E4E project in North Macedonia.Ensure high-quality project implementation in line with the approved intervention logic, donor commitments, and Helvetas standards, while steering the project through its exit phase with a focus on sustainability and transfer of ownership to key national actors.Lead and supervise the project team, ensure effective planning, coordination, and risk management.Oversee sound administrative and financial management and compliance with donor and organisational requirements.Manage relationships and advise key project partners, particularly public-sector institutions and relevant private-sector actors, monitor the implementation of their activities, and ensure alignment with agreed objectives and roles.Guide the consistent application of the MSD approach and adaptive management across project interventions.Oversee monitoring, results measurement, learning, and knowledge management.Ensure that learning, good practices, and evidence of systemic change generated by the project are properly documented, consolidated, and disseminated, preserving the knowledge base beyond the project's lifetime.Represent the project externally and maintain strong working relationships with donors, government institutions, private-sector partners, and other strategic stakeholders.Perform Country Manager functions for 20% of your time. In this capacity, you will contribute to ensuring a conducive organisational environment for Helvetas in North Macedonia, including oversight of compliance with organisational policies, coordination with the Regional and Head Office teams, and support to sound administrative, financial, and HR processes.Support the positioning of Helvetas as a credible development partner and knowledge broker in the country, contribute to institutional relationship management with key stakeholders and donors, and promote cross-project learning, knowledge sharing, and coherence in line with regional strategies.YOUR QUALIFICATIONSMinimum bachelor's degree in economics, social sciences, development studies, education, or a related field; professional certification in project management is an asset.At least 8–10 years of experience in development cooperation or related fields, including senior project management roles.Proven experience in Vocational Skills Development, labour market interventions, or private-sector engagement.Demonstrated ability to manage project exit phases, including institutionalisation, handover of responsibilities, and consolidation and transfer of learning to national partnersDemonstrated experience in applying systemic or Market Systems Development (MSD) approaches in complex programmes.Strong understanding of the North Macedonian context, including public-sector and labour-market institutions.Excellent command of English; working proficiency in Macedonian or other relevant local languages, enabling independent communication with national stakeholders.Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Proficiency in standard office and digital collaboration tools.OUR OFFERAt Helvetas, you will be part of a purpose-driven organization where your work creates meaningful global impact. We foster a caring and collaborative culture built on trust, flexibility, and accountability. You will grow in a professional environment that values integrity, empathy, and continuous learning. → We care. We commit.The position is open to North Macedonian nationals and international applicants from the Western Balkans region. International applicants must demonstrate strong knowledge of the local context and the language skills required to communicate effectively with national stakeholders. Remuneration and contractual conditions will be applied according to the applicable Helvetas national or international compensation scheme, depending on the selected candidate's profile.We look forward to receiving your complete application including motivation letter, CV, and relevant certificates via our online recruitment system by March 01, 2026. For additional information, please contact Anastasia Bekish (anastasia.bekish@helvetas.org), Regional Economy Portfolio Manager, or visit our websites www.helvetas.org and Education for Employment @ Mk --> Apply now

Helvetas is an organization specialized in development cooperation and humanitarian response, anchored in Switzerland, and operating in over 35 countries across Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, Latin America and the Middle East. Our vision is a just world in which all people determine the course of their lives in dignity and security, using environmental resources in a sustainable manner.  For the International Programs department, we are looking for a motivated and innovative young professional for a one-year internship to be based in Zurich, Switzerland, starting April 2026 or   upon agreement. ABOUT THE ROLEYour role will focus on supporting the document migration and quality control of core project data, improving accessibility and information flow. These improvements will help teams across 35+ countries find, manage, and use project information more efficiently.and thereby contribute to strengthening internal processes, knowledge management, and collaboration across Helvetas' project portfolio. WHAT WILL YOU LEARNWorking closely with country teams around the globe, you will:Gain hands-on experience with global project data standardsDevelop skills in knowledge management, SharePoint architecture, intranet governanceUnderstand development cooperation workflows YOUR MAIN TASKSUser & systems support Support colleagues around the world on SharePoint and Project Management Platform (PMP), including basic troubleshooting and guidanceSupport the development, updating, and dissemination of guidelines and concept notes on standard processesData quality & process support Monitor compliance with data management and reporting standards across the global project portfolioSupport coordination and follow-up on internal processes, including tracking deadlines, maintaining overview lists and presentations, and preparing summary dashboards or reportsKnowledge management & communication Assist in the restructuring of the intranet, migration of relevant documentation to SharePointKeeping the website up to date, coordinating inputs with country teamsContribute to continuous improvement of internal workflows and communications by identifying gaps and proposing practical solutionsSupport other teams and colleagues as needed YOUR QUALIFICATIONSVocational training (EFZ) or a Bachelor's degree in Information Management, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or another field relevant to data and documentation managementStrong ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholdersSome knowledge of Microsoft 365, in particular SharePointAbility to work independently, manage multiple priorities and strong attention to detailsFluent in English, French and Spanish and additional languages are an assetPrevious internship or work experience in international cooperation is an advantage OUR OFFERAt Helvetas, you will be part of a purpose-driven organization where your work creates meaningful global impact. We foster a caring and collaborative culture built on trust, flexibility, and accountability. You will grow in a professional environment that values integrity, empathy, and continuous learning. → We care. We commit. We offer you an interesting challenge in a motivated team with attractive working conditions. You can expect a modern workplace in a multicultural setting in the centre of Zurich. The monthly internship salary (gross) ranges from CHF 2,100 to CHF 3,400, depending on your degree and professional experience.   We look forward to receiving your complete application including motivation letter, work certificates and diplomas until 28 February 2025 via our online recruiting portal. For further information, please contact Aleksandra Jagiello, Management Officer International Programs, at aleksandra.jagiello@helvetas.org or visit our website www.helvetas.org. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to a diverse and inclusive working environment. --> Apply now