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Helvetas ist eine Schweizer Organisation für internationale Entwicklungszusammenarbeit und humanitäre Hilfe. Unser Ziel ist eine gerechte Welt, in der alle Menschen selbstbestimmt in Würde und Sicherheit leben, die natürlichen Ressourcen nachhaltig nutzen und zur Umwelt Sorge tragen.Für unsere Team Partnerschaften und Philanthropie in Zürich suchen wir per Mitte August oder Anfang September eine kompetente und motivierte Persönlichkeit für eine Mutterschaftsvertretung im Bereich Stiftungspartnerschaften. IHRE AUFGABEN Sie betreuen ein eigenes Portfolio von institutionellen Partnern in der Deutschschweiz und sind für das Beziehungsmanagement und die finanziellen Beiträge zuständig.Sie identifizieren nach Möglichkeiten neue Geldgeber, bauen die Beziehung auf und verhandeln über Beitragsvereinbarungen und Rahmenbedingungen.Sie pflegen einen engen Kontakt zu den Partnern, erstellen Projektanträge, Budgets Rechenschaftsberichte und Finanzabrechnungen.Sie sind das Bindeglied zwischen Partnerinstitutionen und den Projektverantwortlichen in unseren Partnerländern. IHRE QUALIFIKATIONENMehrjährige Erfahrung in vergleichbarer Position, Knowhow in Fundraising und KommunikationKenntnisse im Management internationaler Entwicklungsprojekte und der Entwicklungszusammenarbeit im Generellen von VorteilHochschul- oder FachhochschulabschlussSelbständiges und vorausschauendes Arbeiten, richtige PrioritätensetzungHohe Kundenorientierung und einwandfreies AuftretenFähigkeit, komplexe Sachverhalte gut verständlich darzustellenStilsichere Kommunikation mündlich und schriftlichDeutsch, Englisch, Französisch und/oder Spanisch beherrschen Sie in Wort und Schrift. UNSER ANGEBOTWir bieten Ihnen eine verantwortungsvolle Herausforderung in einem engagierten und kollegialen Team. Unsere Zusammenarbeit ist geprägt von einer offenen Gesprächskultur und einem starken Teamgeist. Es erwartet Sie ein moderner Arbeitsplatz im Zentrum von Zürich in einem internationalen Umfeld mit flexiblen Arbeitsbedingungen.Wir freuen uns auf Ihre komplette Bewerbung mit Motivationsschreiben, Lebenslauf und Zeugniskopien bis 26. Mai 2024 via unser Online Recruiting Portal.Für zusätzliche Informationen kontaktieren Sie bitte Franca Palmy, Ko-Leiterin Projektpartnerschaften und Philanthropie, +41 44 368 65 86 oder besuchen Sie unsere Webseite www.helvetas.org. --> Jetzt bewerben

Helvetas is seeking a service provider / individual consultant toConduct a carbon finance pre-feasibility study (desk study)in the frame of the Climate Resilient Development Project of Helvetas Tajikistan latest by December 2024. The desired profile of the service provider/consultant covers:Track record in preparing feasibility studies for carbon financeFamiliarity with Central AsiaRussian language skills are an advantage Please submit a short proposal (CV/track record of relevant assignments, financial proposal) latest by 15.5.2024 to peter.schmidt@helvetas.org. For further information and the detailed terms of references please contact peter.schmidt@helvetas.org.

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. For our Advisory Services department we are looking for an experienced, result-oriented, and visionary Director to join our organisation at the Swiss Head Office as of September 01, 2024, or upon agreement.The Advisory Services department consists of a multi-disciplinary team of development experts. They provide thematic and methodological support to Helvetas' field projects, contribute to the thematic steering of the organization, and to capacity strengthening of collaborators and partner organisations. The department also guides systematic monitoring of intervention effectiveness and promotes approaches to enhance their quality. Our specialists advise private, civil society, public and multilateral organisations on their thematic orientation as well as specific development projects and contribute to Swiss and international networks. YOUR MAIN TASKSStrategic Leadership: Lead the strategic direction and operational management of the Advisory Services (AS) department in a co-management arrangement, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.Thematic Steering: Guide and support your teams in developing thematic strategies, aligning closely with the International Programmes Department to position Helvetas effectively among a broad range of national and international stakeholders.Partnership Management: Identify key stakeholders, cultivate sustainable relationships, and leverage partnerships to advance joint development goals.Inspiring Teams to Deliver Excellence: Motivate and guide teams to deliver high-quality, innovative, efficient, and demand-responsive results to internal and external clients.Team Empowerment: Provide strategic orientation to working area teams, motivating, and enabling them to achieve their thematic and financial goals.Quality Assurance: Ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of internal work processes and controlling procedures.Financial Sustainability: Take responsibility for the financial sustainability of the department, contributing to successful acquisitions and revenue generation efforts.Senior Advisor Role: Work as a Senior Advisor in a thematic working area matching your main expertise, dedicating 30 to 50% of your time to advising and guiding development initiatives.  YOUR QUALIFICATIONSEducational Background: Hold a master's or Ph.D. degree in a relevant field.Leadership Experience: Bring at least eight years of experience in a management position in development cooperation.Global Perspective: Possess at least three years of experience with continuous long-term assignments in the global South/East in the frame of development cooperation and three years of short-term consultancy assignments for different clients and on various continents.Interpersonal Skills: Exhibit strong capacities for strategic leadership, intercultural competence, and diversity management, with a proven ability to motivate, coach, and mentor individuals and teams.Networking Abilities: Excel as an effective networker with a strong partner/client orientation, adept at building sustained relationships.Communication Skills: Demonstrate advanced negotiation, facilitation, and presentation skills, coupled with fluency in English and French (additional languages are assets).Programmatic Expertise: Proven experience in programmatic planning and operational management, with solid PCM competencies.Proficiency in Capacity Building and Advisory Skills: A good flair for capacity building, strong advisory skills as well as competencies in participatory planning and assessment methodsPolicy Dialogue: Have experience in policy dialogue at various levels.Entrepreneurial Spirit: Possess a solid track record in acquisition and entrepreneurship, driving financial sustainability and innovation.Global Engagement: Be willing to undertake regular duty trips abroad as part of your senior advisory role. OUR OFFERWe 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 and Bern with attractive working conditions.We look forward to receiving your complete application including motivation letter, work certificates and diplomas by May 12, 2024, via our online recruiting portal. For further information please contact Melchior Lengsfeld (melchior.lengsfeld@helvetas.org) or Esther Haldimann (esther.haldimann@helvetas.org) or visit our website www.helvetas.org. -->Apply now

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. As per September 1, 2024 or upon agreement we are looking for a Country Director in Bangladesh (F/M/D) - 100% based in Dhaka - with Travels to the Field. Bangladesh has a solid country programme implemented by a qualified and enthusiastic team.  Helvetas started its activities in Bangladesh in 2000 and is currently active all over the country to promote sustainable and inclusive development, resilience to climate change, safe and informed migration, and good governance. The team is working in close collaboration with civil society organisation, private sector and government. Helvetas focuses on locally led climate action and climate justice, working jointly with local and national partners. To support inclusive economic growth, the team engages with the private sector to jointly work on skills development and job creation. Helvetas has many years of experience working on local governance, supporting open budget hearings, local planning processes, improving accountability, and inclusion of vulnerable groups in decision-making. Safe migration is promoted through a right-based approach working with potential migrants and government institutions. The team also has solid expertise in humanitarian, development and peace nexus interventions, working with Rohingya refugees and host communities since 2017. MAIN TASKSAs a Country Director you ensure the country programme operates efficiently and effectively within the frame of the Helvetas institutional values, policies and strategies. You make sure the Bangladesh country strategy 2023-2027 meets its objectives. You lead, steer and are responsible for the implementation of the country programme in partnership with the government, civil society and the private sector. You ensure operational and financial planning and oversight of the programme and projects - development and humanitarian aid under the triple nexus approach - in compliance with the organizational strategies and regulations. You build and strengthen the network and relationships with central and local governments, strategic donors and non-governmental development partners. Your proactive engagement in acquisitions further develops a sound project portfolio and ensures a solid financial basis for Helvetas Bangladesh. Together with your team you contribute to a regional and international sharing of experiences, communication and learning. YOUR QUALIFICATIONAcademic degree (MSc or equivalent) in Natural or Social Science, Economy or in a similar domainExperienced professional with at least 15 years working experience in development cooperation including humanitarian response and at least 6 years' experience in a senior management position with preferably some in South or Southeast Asia.Sound knowledge and experience in strategic planning, project cycle and financial management, including outcome-based M&E systems and budgeting processes.A track record in networking and policy dialogue with government and other external stakeholders.Able to cope with cumbersome bureaucratic approval procedures.Able to give due attention to (changing) safety and security issues.Proven successful acquisition of projects and mandates are required.Highly skilled in communication and foster teamwork, cooperation, and knowledge sharing.Strong networker and motivator with conceptual, intercultural and visionary competencies.Fluency in English including excellent writing skills. Any other working language of Helvetas (German, French, Spanish etc.) is a plus. WE OFFER YOUAn international contract of two years (with possibility of extension), attractive working conditions, and a satisfactory and challenging job in a multicultural team.We look forward to receiving your application including motivation letter, CV, diplomas and work certificates by May 5, 2024. Please send your application via our online recruiting portal.For additional information please contact Celestine Krösschell, Continental Coordinator Asia (celestine.kroesschell@helvetas.org) or visit our websites www.helvetas.org/en/bangladesh or www.helvetas.org --> Apply now