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Helvetas  

Site: Switzerland, Bern

Helvetas is a civil-society organization committed to bringing about real change through cooperative partnership with people in developing countries. We are looking for motivated coworkers who want to take part in our efforts to effect change.

At Helvetas we practice an open organizational culture in a multicultural working environment in which coworkers can actively participate and celebrate successful missions together. We offer attractive continuing education and advanced training options so our coworkers can learn and develop both personally and in their professional capacity. We espouse a socially responsible and family-friendly personnel policy with maternity and paternity leave exceeding the statutory minimum, flexible working hours and various health promotion options.

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Helvetas

Service Provider / Individual Consultant to Carbon finance pre-feasibility study in Tajikistan

Tajikistan, Dushanbe , Dushanbe

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.

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24/04/2024
Helvetas

Director Advisory Services (F/M/D) 80-100%

Switzerland, Bern , Bern

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

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23/04/2024
Helvetas

Country Director Bangladesh (F/M/D) - 100% based in Dhaka - with Travels to the Field

Bangladesh, Dhaka , Dhaka

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

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17/04/2024
Helvetas

Junior Regional Business Development and Communications Officer (100%) for Sri Lanka and Bangladesh

Sri Lanka, Western , Colombo

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 is aiming to increase support in Acquisition and Fundraising for the country programs in Sri Lanka as well as Bangladesh, with the position based in Colombo, Sri Lanka. As per July 1st, 2024, we are thus looking for a Junior Regional Business Development and Communications Officer (100%) for Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.About the RoleTo strengthen the country teams, Helvetas is looking for a Junior Business Development and Communications Officer as part of a traineeship to support the teams with business development and communication efforts. The officer will explore potential funding opportunities and support the country teams in the region in developing and writing proposals based on donor requirements. Thematic working areas include all Helvetas topics in development contexts and humanitarian response:Water, Food & Climate - Access to safe water, stable supply of nutritious food, and sustainable natural resources is crucial for enhancing the resilience of people's lives.Skills, Jobs & Income - Access to basic education, vocational training, and income-generating opportunities is essential to lift communities out of poverty.Voice, Inclusion & Cohesion - Amplifying all citizens' voices, fostering good governance, preventing conflicts & the radicalization of youth, and promoting the transformative effects of migration on development are key focus areas of Helvetas' global programs. Additional duties of the Junior Business Development and Communication Officer may include providing own ideas and topic/thematic advice as well as developing communication material based on field experiences to be used for international communications. S/he will work closely with the two different country teams. Furthermore, it is planned that the Junior Business Development and Communication officers together with other business development or expert staff in the region will meet virtually and if possible F2F to foster joint acquisitions. Thus, the Junior Regional Business Development and Communications Officers will contribute to forming an Asian acquisition & communications network.   YOUR MAIN TASKSIn coordination with the country teams identify relevant opportunities and gather timely information on new funding opportunities and respective donors.Plan and organize the funding proposal process through all phases and support submission of quality funding proposals.Conduct research on possible partners, teaming strategies, client priorities, current programming and other topics related to specific funding proposals.Establish or support the establishment of funding proposal work plans with priorities and target dates for all proposal inputs.Organize funding proposal development meetings, coordinate with consultants, technical and finance teams to establish budget drafts and technical inputs for a funding proposal.Provide support to other country programs in the field of acquisition, funding proposal writing and fundraising activities upon request.Setting up and fostering a network with other Junior Business Development and Communication officers within the Asian region.Support communication activities of the country programs.Support internal capacity development of Helvetas' colleagues in English skills and proposal/reporting writing abilities.Support national & international communication and marketing teams of Helvetas by collecting and writing stories, taking pictures, videos, etc.Advisory support depending on the expertise, i.e. on topics of your studies, or past professional/personal experiences or interests.Support field trips for visitors and donors upon request. YOUR QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's or Master's degree in social sciences, international development or acquisition/fundraising or a related field.Excellent writing & editing skills and with a great attention to details.Understanding of different development sectors and development projects as well as humanitarian aid.High motivation and commitment to work in a challenging environment.Ability to work independently.Ability to be proactive, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines.Fluency in English, both written and spoken.Fluency in German is an asset.Experience in funding proposal writing is an asset.Experience in working with non-governmental organizations is preferable.Experience in international development is an asset.Due to Swiss work permit restrictions, only applications from Swiss nationals, EU citizens as well as current work-permit holders for Switzerland can be considered. OUR OFFER We offer you an interesting challenge within a traineeship and an opportunity to gain robust field experience in international development, particularly in acquisition, fundraising & communications.  The position will be based in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The start date will be July 1st, 2024 (or upon agreement) for an assignment duration of 12 months with possible extension.Travel expenses are fully covered by Helvetas.International junior renumeration package including a monthly gross salary & monthly allowance to cover accommodation & transport expenses.We look forward to receiving your complete application including motivation letter, work certificates and diplomas until April 30, 2024 via our online recruiting portal. For further information please contact Esther Marthaler, Regional Coordinator, Sri Lanka at esther.marthaler@helvetas.org and visit our website www.helvetas.org. --> Apply now

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10/04/2024
Helvetas

Senior Conseiller(ère) de programmes (F/M) 100% basé à Antananarivo / avec déplacements

Madagascar, Antananarivo , Antananarivo

Helvetas Swiss Intercooperation est une association suisse active dans la coopération au développement et la réponse humanitaire. Notre vision est celle d'un monde juste, où les êtres humains vivent dans l'autodétermination, dans la dignité et la sécurité, tout en utilisant les ressources naturelles de manière durable et en prenant soin de l'environnement. Pour nos programmes internationaux (IP), nous recherchons dès Aout 2024 (ou selon entente), un/e Senior Conseiller(ère) de programmes (F/M) 100% basé à Antananarivo / avec déplacements fréquents dans les zones du programme.Helvetas est présente à Madagascar depuis 1982 et s'engage depuis lors, à travers ses programmes et projets, pour l'amélioration des conditions de vie de la population défavorisée de Madagascar. Dans le portefeuille actuel, nous mettons en œuvre des projets dans les domaines de l'agriculture durable, du développement des systèmes de marché agricoles, de la gestion de paysages, de l'eau et de l'assainissement ainsi que de la formation professionnelle et de l'emploi. VOTRE FONCTIONVous appuyez le directeur pays dans la planification stratégique, la bonne gestion du programme et contribuez à l'amélioration de la gestion administrative et financière Vous contribuez à la gestion et l'assurance de la qualité du programme de Helvetas à Madagascar (stratégique, organisationnel, technique, financier, administratif) toute en veillant à la conformité du programme avec les stratégies, politiques et procédures de l'organisation.Vous travaillez en collaboration avec le directeur administratif et financier afin d'assurer une gestion financière et administrative efficace du programme, dans le respect des procédures en vigueur.Vous consolidez et contribuez au développement du programme de Helvetas à Madagascar par la rédaction de propositions de projets, au développement des capacités de l'équipe dans le domaine d'acquisition, au positionnement institutionnel et au développement de liens avec les partenaires techniques et financiers.Vous accompagnez de manière proactive les gestionnaires de projet et les partenaires dans la maitrise de la gestion du cycle de projet y inclus les processus de planification (stratégique, opérationnel, budgétaire), de mise en œuvre, du suivi des activités et des budgets, du processus de passation de marché et du rapportage toute en promouvant des solutions digitales.Vous contribuez à la qualité thématique des projets et programmes au travers de la formalisation d'approches et d'outils thématiques et méthodologiques innovateurs (toute en intégrant les stratégies thématiques de Helvetas et en s'appuyant sur les Advisory Services de Helvetas) ainsi que la formation des équipes opérationnelles et des partenaires de Helvetas.Vous proposez des méthodes d'apprentissage et de capitalisation des expériences et de sélection des thèmes et vous appuyez les équipes de projet à développer des produits de capitalisation attrayants et à diffuser les résultats de manière stratégique au sein et en dehors de l'organisation.  VOTRE PROFILVous êtes titulaire d'une formation niveau Master ou équivalent en économie, science naturelle, de l'agronomie, gestion ou dans un domaine similaire.Au minimum 12 ans d'expérience dans le domaine de la coopération au développement et au moins 6 ans dans un poste de cadre supérieur de gestion de programme d'envergureExpérience avérée dans la gestion de cycle de projet/programme y inclus planification, budgétisation, suivie & évaluation (digital), suivi budgétaire, rapportage et gestion et contrôle financier.Expérience avérée dans l'acquisition réussie de projets et de mandats et bonne capacité de rédaction.Expérience en l'utilisation des outils digital pour la gestion du programme/projet (p.ex. S&E) et pour augmenter l'impact des projetsUne expérience avérée en matière de leadership et de gestion : motiver, coacher, développer les individus et faciliter le partage des connaissances.Bonne connaissance des approches de genre et d'équité sociale, gestion de partenariat/renforcement de capacités et gestion de projets sensible aux conflits.Excellente maîtrise du français (oral et écrit) et bonne maitrise de l'anglais.  NOTRE OFFREUn contrat international de deux ans (avec possibilité de prolongation), des conditions de travail attrayantes et un travail satisfaisant et stimulant au sein d'une équipe multiculturelle.Nous nous réjouissons de recevoir votre candidature, y compris votre lettre de motivation et votre CV, vos diplômes et certificats de travailles d'ici le 30 avril 2024 via notre portail de recrutement.Pour plus d'informations, veuillez visiter notre site web www.helvetas.org/fr/madagascar ou www.helvetas.org --> Postulez maintenant

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10/04/2024
Helvetas

Praktikum Medienarbeit (100%)

Switzerland, Zürich , Zürich

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. Die Medienarbeit in der Schweiz ist ein wichtiger Bestandteil der Arbeit von Helvetas und Teil der Abteilung Marketing & Communications. Zur Unterstützung unserer Medienarbeit in Zürich suchen wir ab 01. September 2024 für ein Jahr eine:n Praktikanten:in Medienarbeit (100%). DEINE AUFGABENDu verfasst und versendest MedienmitteilungenDu recherchierst journalistisch interessante Themen aus den Helvetas-Ländern und -ArbeitsbereichenDu recherchierst und formulierst medienrelevante «Fragen & Antworten»Du beobachtest, was auf geopolitischer Ebene läuft und wie Medien über Entwicklungszusammenarbeit, -politik und über Helvetas berichtenDu hilfst beim Beantworten von MedienanfragenDu arbeitest an der Schnittstelle Medienarbeit und digitale Kommunikation (Verfassen von Social-Media-Posts, Unterstützung beim Versand von Newslettern und bei der Bewirtschaftung der Webseite, Arbeit im Intranet etc.)Du unterstützt die Medienarbeit in der Planung und in administrativen Belangen ANFORDERUNGENBachelorabschluss in Medien-, Kommunikationswissenschaften oder einem ähnlichen BereichSehr gute Kenntnisse der Schweizer MedienlandschaftGute Kenntnisse im Bereich Social Media, Erfahrung mit CMS-Systemen von VorteilSchnelle Auffassungsgabe und Fähigkeit, Komplexes rasch auf das Wichtige zusammenzufassen und leicht verständlich zu kommunizierenStilsichere Deutsch- sowie gute Französisch- und EnglischkenntnisseGute Anwenderkenntnisse der Office-ProgrammeInitiative, selbstständige, zuverlässige und genau arbeitende Person, die auch in hektischen Situationen den Überblick behältInteresse an der internationalen Entwicklungszusammenarbeit und der Humanitären Hilfe UNSER ANGEBOTWir bieten eine interessante und abwechslungsreiche Tätigkeit mit Einblick in zeitgemässe Medien- und Entwicklungsarbeit in einer modernen Non-Profit-Organisation, ein engagiertes und motiviertes Team sowie eine offene Unternehmenskultur im Zentrum von Zürich.Wir freuen uns auf deine Bewerbung mit Motivationsschreiben, Lebenslauf, Diplomen und Zeugniskopien bis 26. April 2024 via unser Online Recruiting Portal. Bei Fragen kannst du dich an Katrin Hafner, Medienverantwortliche (Tel. 044 368 67 79) wenden. Weitere Informationen zu unserer Organisation findest du unter www.helvetas.org.     --> Jetzt bewerben

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09/04/2024
Helvetas

Charge-e de recherche de fonds 80% – Court Terme

Switzerland, Geneva , Geneva
Nonprofit/Community/Social Services/International Cooperation
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Helvetas est une association suisse active dans la coopération au développement et la réponse humanitaire. Notre vision est celle d'un monde juste, où les êtres humains vivent dans l'autodétermination, dans la dignité et la sécurité, tout en utilisant les ressources naturelles de manière durable et en prenant soin de l'environnement. Nous recherchons une personne dynamique et motivée pour couvrir un congé maternité d'une durée de 7 mois au sein de notre équipe. La date de début d'entrée en fonction est le 15 juin 2024, jusqu'au 15 janvier 2025. VOTRE FONCTIONAu sein de notre équipe à Genève, vous vous occupez d'un portfolio de donateurs institutionnels et individuels. Vous contribuez à la qualité du rapportage de l'organisation auprès de ses bailleurs de fonds et établissez de bonnes relations, basées sur la confiance et la transparence, avec les donateurs. Vous participez activement à la stratégie d'acquisition de nouveaux donateurs, formulez des demandes de financement adaptées et concluez de nouveaux partenariats visant à financer les projets de l'organisation dans ses pays d'intervention. VOTRE PROFILTitulaire d'un diplôme universitaire en sciences sociales ou d'une formation jugée équivalente, vous vous intéressez à la coopération internationale et souhaitez approfondir vos connaissances dans le domaine. Idéalement, vous avez suivi une formation complémentaire en recherche de fonds ou en marketing/communication.Vous disposez d'une expérience d'au moins trois ans dans la collecte de fonds ou dans la gestion d'un portefeuille de clients.Orienté-e client, à l'aise dans les contacts et doté-e d'un bon entregent, vous savez faire preuve de force de conviction pour atteindre vos objectifs et êtes à l'aise dans les négociations.Précis-e et à l'aise avec les chiffres, vous êtes doté-e d'une bonne capacité d'analyse et de synthèse.Vous avez d'excellentes capacités de communication écrite et orale en français et en anglais. La maîtrise de l'allemand est un plus.Vous savez faire preuve de persévérance et d'autonomie dans vos tâches.Vous travaillez de manière efficace et avez de bonnes compétences informatiques, notamment pour ce qui est de l'utilisation d'un CRM. NOTRE OFFRE Nous offrons un emploi stimulant et valorisant dans une organisation de développement professionnelle comme membre d'une équipe dynamique dans un contexte international, ainsi que des conditions de travail attrayantes à Genève.Nous nous réjouissons de recevoir votre candidature complète au plus tard le 14 avril 2024. Celle-ci doit inclure une lettre de motivation, votre CV ainsi que vos certificats de travail et diplômes. Prière d'envoyer votre candidature via notre portail de recrutement en ligne.Pour plus d'information, veuillez visitez notre site internet www.helvetas.org. --> Soumettez votre candidature

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28/03/2024