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Connexio develop is the organisation for international cooperation of the Methodists in Switzerland and contributes to a peaceful, just and inclusive society in the thematic areas of health, education, livelihoods and peacebuilding. Connexio hope is the organisation for church cooperation of the Methodists in Switzerland and supports partner churches in their church-based and diaconal activities.Due to a vacancy in the programme team at the office in Zurich, Connexio develop and Connexio hope are looking for an independent and committed person to assume the role, starting on 1 September 2026 or by mutual agreement as Country Programme Manager Democratic Republic of Congo and Manager Institutional Fundraising (60 – 80%) In this role, you will play a key part in consolidating and further developing the programme in the Democratic Republic of Congo. You will maintain close relationships with our partner organisations and take an active part in rele-vant expert groups and networks. Working alongside the national coordinator, you will support partner organisations and contribute to monitoring and impact assessment. You will also establish the institutional fundraising activities of Connexio develop and Connexio hope. ResponsibilitiesPlanning and steering the programme work in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in close cooperation with the national coordinator.Monitoring and evaluating projects against their objectives.Ensuring quality control in relation to technical standards as well as programmatic and financial reporting.Identifying and managing risks that affect the programme.Identifying and acquiring foundations and other institutional funding partners.Preparing funding proposals and reports for funding partners and other stakeholders.Contributing to relevant expert groups and networks.Maintaining relationships with partner organisations.Providing ongoing support to the national coordinator.Contributing to the further development of the overall programme, including its tools and processes.Degree from a university of applied sciences or university in a relevant field, complemented by postgraduate studies in international cooperation.Several years of professional experience in international cooperation.In-depth experience in project management and programme steering.Strong intercultural competence and a high level of sensitivity to diversity.Ability to communicate complex content clearly, convincingly and with a focus on impact.Very good command of French and English; a good knowledge of German is an asset.Work experience in the Global South, particularly in the DRC, is an asset.Experience in institutional fundraising.Openness and enthusiasm for learning and for working in a dynamic team.Willingness to travel for work once a year, for 14 to a maximum of 21 days.Familiarity with, and willingness to work in, a church-related environment. We offerA varied and meaningful role in a small, dedicated team.Modern employment conditions and flexible working hours.Support in reconciling family and professional life.A centrally located workplace in Zurich, near Stauffacher.The option to work from home. Workload: 60–80%Start date: 1 September 2026 or by agreement.For information and questions regarding the content of the position, please contact Ulrich Bachmann, ulrich.bachmann@connexio.ch , Tel. +41 44 299 30 70.First interviews are scheduled for 18, 20 and 21 August 2026.Please submit your complete application documents by 1 August 2026 at the latest via the apply link below. cinfo has been mandated to manage the application process for this position. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact recruitment@cinfo.ch.

For more than 30 years, cinfo has been mandated by the Swiss Confederation and partner organisations to serve as the Swiss competence centre for labour market issues in international cooperation. As of October 2026, we are looking for a Senior Advisor – Training, Capacity Development & Locally Led Action (80%) As the competence centre for labour market issues in international cooperation, cinfo supports individuals, teams and organisations in strengthening their competencies and fostering professional and organizational development. Through coaching, workshops and other learning formats, we accompany individuals and organisations build the capabilities to thrive in a rapidly evolving sector. At the same time, we are expanding our service portfolio by developing new advisory and support services that help organisations embed Locally Led Action (LLA) into their strategies, structures and ways of working.To strengthen our team, we are looking for an experienced professional who will play a key role in further developing our Career & Capacity Development services by designing and delivering innovative learning, workshop and advisory formats for individuals, teams and organisations. At the same time, the successful candidate will strategically develop cinfo's Locally Led Action working area and support organisations as they transition towards increasingly locally led working practices. Key responsabilities: Career & Capacity DevelopmentActively contribute to the strategic development of cinfo's thematic area Career & Capacity Development and its service portfolio.Design, deliver and further develop workshops, learning, advisory and development formats for individuals, teams and organisations.Develop innovative services that respond to the evolving needs of the international cooperation sector and related fields and actors (e.g. sustainability, ESG and the private sector). Strategic Development of Locally Led ActionStrategic development of the thematic area LLA at cinfo.Development, piloting and positioning of shared services that support organisations in further developing their strategies, structures and working methods in line with LLA.Advising and supporting organisations through organisational development and transformation processes relating to LLA, including the design and facilitation of participatory workshops, dialogue and learning formats.Monitoring relevant developments in the field of LLA and translating these into innovative services and practical products. Business Development & PartnershipsProactively develop new partnerships, advisory mandates and projects, and secure funding for new services and products.Experience and KnowledgeSolid operational experience in international cooperation with a variety of stakeholders and in different roles, ideally with experience working abroad, as well as a thorough understanding of the sector, its stakeholders and current developments.Solid experience in designing and facilitating participatory workshops, learning processes and dialogue formats, ideally in the context of organisational development, capacity development, leadership development or change management.A sound understanding of current developments and debates surrounding the international cooperation labour market, locally led action, localisation, and partnerships between the Global South and the Global North.Experience in the strategic positioning of new products and services and in fundraising.Very good oral and written language skills in English, as well as French and/or German. Knowledge of the other language is an advantage. Qualities and SkillsA passion for supporting individuals, teams and organisations through learning, change and transformation processes.Strong moderation, facilitation and advisory skills.A high degree of self-reflection, as well as the ability to build trusting relationships in intercultural contexts and to create spaces for dialogue, shared learning and co-creation, in which local perspectives and expertise are deliberately placed at the centre.Conceptual and analytical skills, as well as the ability to think strategically in a complex working environment that demands a high degree of flexibility.A proactive approach to work & an engaging personality with a network in International CooperationWillingness to take on responsibility within an organisation incorporating agile elements (hybrid organisational model). EducationUniversity degree.Further training(s) in organisational development, coaching, leadership, facilitation, adult education, consultancy, or related subjects. Working at cinfo is characterised by varied, challenging and diverse tasks within a dedicated team, in a dynamic organisational structure. cinfo offers excellent terms of employment with flexible working arrangements, as well as a wide range of development and training opportunities. Location: in Bern, in a very attractive environment (with home-office options).Contact: If you have any questions, please contact Silvan Büchler, Lead Career & Capacity Development, at recruitment@cinfo.ch or on +41 32 365 80 02.Application:Pease submit your application via the "apply" link below by 29 July 2026.To apply, submit your CV, a cover letter (no more than 3,500 characters, which you can enter in the pop-up window after clicking 'Apply') and upload your employment references, diplomas and academic transcripts (in PDF format) in the 'Documents' section in your profile.First-round interviews are scheduled for 10 and 11 August 2026If you already have a cinfoposte profile, please ensure it is up to date and complete.Applicants must be Swiss nationals, EU/EFTA citizens, or hold a valid Swiss work permit to be eligible for this position. cinfo is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who meet the eligibility criteria. If you have any accessibility requirements or would benefit from reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please feel free to contact us. 

The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is an international financial institution, and a specialized United Nations agency dedicated to eradicating rural poverty and hunger. It does so by investing in rural people. IFAD finances programmes and projects that increase agricultural productivity and raise rural incomes, and advocates at the local, national and international level for policies that contribute to rural transformation.  The Office of Technical Delivery (OTD) provides expert guidance on IFAD's strategic direction, thematic priorities and technical quality of IFAD's operations. It plays a critical role in providing technical expertise to operational teams to enhance development effectiveness, by generating and disseminating IFAD's development knowledge and evidence on strategic themes and encouraging innovative application of cutting-edge global knowledge and evidence in IFAD investments to support countries tackle their most complex development challenges in fostering inclusive and sustainable rural transformation. OTD is composed of the Environment, Climate, Gender and Social Inclusion Division (ECG) and the Sustainable Production, Markets and Institutions Division (PMI). The PMI plays a key role in delivering sound technical leadership to the IFAD investment portfolio. As Technical Analyst you support the Sustainable Production, Markets and Institutions Division (PMI) by providing the following:Sound technical analysis, advice and support to agroecology projects or project's componentSupport for ensuring linkages between IFAD agroecology activities and private sector engagementSupport for OTD efforts in developing partnerships with the private sector more broadlyKnowledge management and capacity building supportPartnership building (including with the private agroecology sector)Etc. Part of the Swiss JPO Programme, this position is sponsored by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation SDC of the FDFA. Please find the full job description here:For the Swiss JPO programme:Swiss nationalityNot older than 32 years at the date of the first round of interviewsFluency in English and a second UN languageMaster's degree  Strong interest in a longer-term career with the United Nations  For this position:Master's degree in Environmental Studies, Environmental Management, Development Studies, Geography, Climatology, Rural De-velopment or a closely related field3 years of professional experience working on agroecology, climate, environment and/or biodiversity issues, and linking small-scale producers with private sector in the context of rural development. IFAD counts relevant work experience gained after the completion of a first university degree.Knowledge of international policy frameworks and conventions related to global environment, climate change, biodiversity and rural developmentExperience in project design, implementation and supervision.Access to a network of technical and professional resources and expertise, which can be brought to bear to improve portfolio programming.Experience in climate risk and vulnerability analysis is desirable.Experience in private sector engagement desirable.Experience with Environments and Climate Funds (AF, GEF and/or GCF) and/or UN or other entities addressing biodiversity is desirable. French is desirable.Please find more details in the full job description. Important details regarding your applicationMake sure your profile on cinfoPoste is complete and up to date:Mandatory: Motivation letter in English (not more than 3500 characters, to be inserted in the pop-up window when you click on "apply")Mandatory: UN Personal History Profile duly completed and uploaded under the section "documents". Note that we will base our evaluation and calculation of your relevant experience on the UN Personal History Profile, not the CV.Mandatory: Work certificates, diplomas and university credentials (as PDF) uploaded under the section "documents".  Optional: updated CV in EnglishFind useful tips and resources related to UN applications on the cinfo website and read this article.  Application deadline:  13 July 2026 Start date: Please be aware that the recruitment process may take 3 to 6 months. You are expected to start your assignment within 3 months following notification of selection. Any questions? Contact Michal Habegger, cinfo's Recruitment Specialist, recruitment@cinfo.ch We are committed to gender balance and encourage applications from qualified individuals of all genders. We also welcome applications from people with different gender identities and from people with different backgrounds, including sexual orientation, disability, cultural or religious background. We value an inclusive working environment that promotes equal opportunities and a non-discriminatory culture.