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We improve lives The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and passionate people who come together on a journey to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Our people find purpose and do what they love in an inclusive, collaborative, agile, and rewarding environment.   About this position We are looking for a proactive, data-focused, tech-savvy professional with extensive data analysis and customer service experience to join the data-driven Felipe Herrera Library team. As a Service Center and Acquisitions Librarian, you will be challenged to use your technical skills to analyze Library products and processes to propose improvements or adjustments, and to prepare data-driven assessments that guide the monitoring of objectives and support decision making.  You'll also be challenged to use your soft skills to successfully address requests from library patrons throughout the organization as well as to efficiently manage contracts and relationships with external firms providing services to the Library. You will work on the Felipe Herrera Library team, part of the Knowledge and Learning Division. The team supports the creation and publishing of all IDB knowledge products, including publications and datasets, and evolving the taxonomy schemas used for applying metadata.   It is also responsible for providing library services to all IDB Group personnel through its centralized Library Service Center, including the physical and digital acquisitions of books, journals, specialized databases, and news sources, and managing the physical space of the special library in IDB HQ.  The Library Service Center has a primarily virtual presence across multiple digital channels, and will increasingly have a complementary physical presence following pending renovations to the library space.  This position will work closely with all members of the Library team, as well as with members of the Knowledge Management and Learning teams within the Division.   What you'll do - Use your client service skills to act as primary client focal point for the Library Service Center.  This includes in the physical Library space, as well as across digital channels used by the Library Service Center. - ​Collaborate on delivering activities in the physical library space, as well as the design and delivery of digital experiences via the integrated technology. - Collect data, perform analysis, and present reports based on findings, including metrics related to the services and products provided by the library service center.  This includes monitoring the utilization of subscription services to ensure that adjustments can be made as necessary. - Define and create processes to automate library activities, utilizing technologies and systems that improve efficiency and accessibility. - Lead the acquisition processes for physical materials, as well as for digital materials including books and subscriptions to journals, specialized databases, news sources, and related tools. This includes managing relationships with vendors and service providers. - Documenting procedures, standards, and criteria related to the delivery of Library services. - Coordinate with the Division's front office to ensure timely submission of contracting requests, renewals, and related follow-up activities.   What you'll need Education: Bachelor's degree in Library & Information Science, Data Science/Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role. Experience: - At least 1 year (preferably 3 years) of progressive experience in: - Python and/or other programming languages used for data analysis and scripting functions - Creating dashboards in standard tools, such as PowerBI, including the data architecture and processing required to build meaningful visualizations. - Automating processes to support workflows. - Bibliographic research - web content management and programming skills, including basic knowledge of HTML and CSS, use of APIs, as well as familiarity with content management systems such as Drupal, SharePoint and/or BananaTag. - Previous customer service experience desired. - Previous professional experience in special libraries or academic publishing is desirable but not required.   - Understanding of core NLP concepts and their benefits for library product and service delivery.  - Experience coordinating tasks with product vendors, external partners, and internal stakeholders.  Languages: - Proficiency in Spanish and English, spoken and written, is required. - Additional knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is beneficial.    Requirements Citizenship: You are a citizen of one of our [48-member countries](https://www.iadb.org/en/about-us/how-are-we-organized?open_accordion=9). We may offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your eligible dependents). Consanguinity: You have no family members (up to fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including spouse) working at the IDB, IDB Invest, or IDB Lab.   Type of contract and duration •    Staff:     -    International: International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.    What we offer The IDB group provides benefits that respond to the different needs and moments of an employee's life. These benefits include:   -A competitive compensation package, including an annual base salary expressed on a net-of-tax basis. -Leaves and vacations: 24 days of paid time off + 8 personal days + sick leave + gender-neutral parental leave. -Health Insurance: IDB Group provides employees and eligible dependents with a robust medical benefits program that covers medical, dental, vision, preventive care, and prescription drugs. -Pension plan: defined benefit pension plan that provides financial security and support employees in planning for their future. -We offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family when it applies. -Hybrid and flexible work schedules. -Health and well-being: Access to our Health Services Center that provides preventive care and health education for employees. -Development support: We offer tools to boost your professional profile, such as mentoring, 1:1 professional counseling, training and learning opportunities, language classes, mobility options, among others. -Other perks: Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, Spouse Career Program, and others.   Our culture At the IDB, we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work while finding their purpose. Our people consistently strive for excellence, and we recognize and celebrate the impact of their contributions. In our efforts to drive innovation, we intentionally include all voices, cultivate a sense of belonging and champion fairness. We welcome individuals from underrepresented groups to join us and share their unique perspectives. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job interview process. 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Das Colegio Europeo Panama (C.E.P.) ist eine vom Erziehungsministerium anerkannte private Schule mit sozialen Werten in Panama Stadt. Sie wurde 1998 vom Schweizer Hans Ineichen aus Sursee gegründet und ist eine für Lateinamerika typische Gesamtschule deren Unterricht auf dem panamaischen Lehrplan aufbaut: Vor-Kindergarten (ab vier Jahren), Kindergarten, Primarschule (1.-6. Klasse) und Sekundarschule (7.-9. Klasse). Die meisten Schülerinnen und Schüler bleiben am C.E.P bis zur panamaischen Maturität (Bachillerato, 10.-12. Klasse), die ihnen Zugang zu Universitäten im In- und Ausland gewährt. Neu ist dem Colegio Europeo seit 2024 eine Berufsschule angegliedert, womit die Schüler zwischen dem 10. und 12. Schuljahr alternativ eine Berufslehre absolvieren können, um qualifiziert in die Arbeitswelt einzusteigen. Nebst Spanisch und Englisch, wird auch Deutsch als Unterrichtsfach angeboten. Das C.E.P. ist ein familiäres Colegio, das für einen ganzheitlichen Unterricht mit Kopf, Herz und Hand plädiert, indem auch die Selbst- und Sozialkompetenzen gefördert werden.  26 panamaische Lehrpersonen, welche von Gesetzes wegen einer panamaischen Directora Académica unterstellt sind, unterrichten rund 300 Schülerinnen und Schüler. Dem sozialen Gedanken der Schule entsprechend, stammen 50 davon aus einfachsten Verhältnissen.  Auf Frühling/Sommer 2026 oder nach Vereinbarung sucht das C.E.P. eine engagierte und offene, belastbare Persönlichkeit als   Leiter/in der Schule COLEGIO EUROPEO 80% - 100%   Ihre Aufgabe umfasst im Wesentlichen: ·          Personelle und administrative Leitung des C.E.P., unterstützt durch die Directora            Académica und die Directora Administrativa ·          Durchführung von periodischen Analysen der Schule und Einführung von Massnahmen            zur Qualitätssicherung ·          Betriebswirtschaftliche Weiterentwicklung der Schule ·          Kontaktperson für den internationalen Lehrer/innen- und Schüler/innen-Austausch ·          Berichterstattung an den Verwaltungsrat der Schule   Unser Angebot: ·        Unterstützung und Einführung in den Berufsalltag durch den jetzigen Stelleninhaber          Hans Ineichen ·        Grosse Selbständigkeit ·        Branchenübliche, lokale Besoldung nach Vereinbarung ·        Sozialleistungen gemäss europäischen Standards   Haben wir Ihr Interesse geweckt, sind Sie bereit für eine neue Herausforderung?  Hans Ineichen, Leiter des C.E.P., gibt Ihnen gerne weitere Auskünfte.  Ihre Bewerbung senden Sie bitte per E-Mail an: ineichen.hans@bluewin.ch Unsere Anforderungen: ·        Führungserfahrung, betriebswirtschaftliche Kenntnisse ·        Aufgeschlossene, positive Grundhaltung gegenüber fremden Kulturen ·        Gute Sozial- und Kommunikationsfähigkeiten ·        Deutsche Muttersprache, Kenntnisse der spanischen und englischen Sprache ·        Erfahrung im Bildungswesen wäre von Vorteil, aber nicht zwingend. ·        Persönlichkeit aus der Schweiz oder Deutschland.  

Duration: Permanent Position  Starting date: April 1st 2025, or as per agreement  Occupation rate: 70% (29.24 hours per week)  Location: SINGA Offices in Geneva    SINGA Switzerland was founded in 2016 in Zurich and expanded to Geneva in 2018, and is part of the international SINGA Global network. Our vision is an inclusive society, where everyone has access to the same opportunities to fulfill their potential. The SINGA incubator provides people with refugee and migrant experiences tools to obtain entrepreneurial competences and a local network to have better access to the Swiss labor market. The SINGA Incubator provides individual mentoring, weekly face-to-face workshops and 1:1 support with experts in business creation. This program is based on an active community of pro bono experts and volunteers who contribute their individual skills and expertise and learn from each other on an eye to eye level.   As the new Bridge and Accelerator Manager based in Geneva, you will take on a versatile and varied role. In your day-to-day tasks, you will contribute to the development of the participants' business ideas and be responsible for organizing the necessary support for them to launch and scale their businesses. In order to continuously evolve the offers of SINGA, you will develop new approaches and strategies in collaboration with the team and implement and evaluate them.  In your day-to-day work you will work in alignment with the Bridge and Accelerator Program Manager in Zurich under the supervision of the CFO / Operations Manager in Geneva and occasionally exchange with the international SINGA network.    Your professional experience, skills and attributes:  ➢ Experience (at least 3 years) in (leading/building) a business development program, with a focus on entrepreneurship education and/or having personal entrepreneurship experience.  ➢ Very well connected with the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the Geneva area and / or Switzerland.  ➢ Connections or experience working with companies from the private sector as well as investors network in Switzerland is a plus (BAs, VCs, Impact investment etc.)  ➢ Very good interpersonal skills, patient and enjoy working with people  ➢ Excellent strategic thinking, strong organizational skills, and very good time management and prioritization skills  ➢ Strong skills in French and English (min. C1-levels) are a must for this position  ➢ Values in line with those of SINGA and commitment to its mission  ➢ Able to work in an agile environment within a small team (3 in Zurich and 4 in Geneva) ➢ Proactive attitude, self-starter skills, team orientation and motivation to make an impact round up your profile  ➢ Able to travel regularly to Zurich  ➢ Knowledge of the social services system and a passion for CRMs are a plus  SINGA is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace, and we actively implement policies to ensure equal opportunities for all. We believe that a variety of perspectives and experiences enrich our programs and contribute to the success of our mission. We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of these criteria. We encourage individuals with refugee and migrant backgrounds to apply.   Your responsibilities:  ➢ Organization and coordination of the Bridge and Accelerator programs and the related mentoring program including:  ○ Recruitment of participants and follow-up during the duration of the program  ○ Planning, organising, and facilitating workshops and events (incl. moderation and speaker coordination), and management of the overall program timeline and resources  ○ Identifying the needs of the participants and organizing 1-1 individual support with partners and volunteers  ○ Recruitment and management of (pro-bono) workshop leaders, individual experts as well as mentors as well as partnership management with companies  ○ Planning and organising punctual workshops and offers to support volunteers, based on needs and interests of the volunteer community.  ➢ Manage the alumni community (identify ambassadors among SINGA alumni founders, support them in organising quarterly community meetings as well as punctual events ex. Christmas Marketers or Pop up stores, develop internal communication channels with the alumnis)  ➢ Foster a collaborative and inspiring environment that encourages innovation, creativity, and personal/professional growth among participants.  ➢ Maintaining the CRM with relevant stakeholders, progress and program deliverables.  ➢ Support in organizing SINGA's annual event planned in late 2025.  ➢ Collect data from participants and mentors in line with the impact evaluation strategy of SINGA, ensuring the delivery of critical program KPIs.   What we offer:  ➢ A challenging, exciting, and impactful job with a lot of creative freedom in a young, dynamic team.  ➢ The opportunity to contribute to the inclusion of people with refugee and migrant experiences and support a change towards a more inclusive society and innovative economy in Switzerland.  ➢ The chance to develop a broad professional network.  ➢ Flexible working hours. ➢ Central workplace in Geneva, partial remote work possible. ➢ A wage appropriate to the market of small advocacy organizations/NGOs.   Application dossier:  Please include the following documents in your application dossier:  ➢ CV (English)  ➢ 3 reference contacts / letters  ➢ A video of max 3 minutes (in French), where you answer the following questions:  ○ Who are you?  ○ Why do you think you are the right fit for this role?  ○ Please share a concrete example of a (business) program you have coordinated in the past. What are the achievements you are most proud of? Which challenges did you face?  ○ To conclude, what was the most helpful criticism you ever received? We look forward to receiving your application!   Please send your complete dossier to SINGA (careers@singaswitzerland.ch) latest by February 15th.  Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an online interview on February 19th. The second round of interviews will be planned on site in Geneva on February 24th. Information about SINGA can be found on our website.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Elody de Brito from January 19th at elody@singaswitzerland.ch.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT OPERATIONS/WORKSHOPS MANAGER  –  65%   Organisation 2nd Chance – Swiss humanitarian medical NGO   Location Geneva, Switzerland, with regular 1 week  field missions in Sub-Saharan Africa during the year   Start date Immediate or as agreed   Reporting line Reports directly to the Executive Committee Works in close collaboration with the Medical Committee   Position mission The Operations / Workshops Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination and operational implementation of 2nd Chance's humanitarian surgical training workshops. The role focuses on field operations and delivery, ensuring that all activities are conducted in accordance with the organisation's ethical standards, strategic objectives and governance framework. The position involves several field missions per year, with stays of approximately one week, requiring temporary absences from Geneva. This position is primarily operational and clearly distinct from advocacy and fundraising activities, while requiring close coordination with those functions.   Key responsibilities   Operational coordination –  Plan, organise and coordinate surgical training workshops –  Manage operational timelines, logistics and field implementation –  Liaise with local hospitals, universities, ministries and local coordinators –  Coordinate deployment of medical teams and resources   Quality, ethics and governance –  Ensure compliance with medical, ethical and organisational standards –  Work closely with senior medical educators to validate indications and procedures –  Ensure proper documentation, reporting and post-workshop evaluation –  Contribute to impact measurement and data collection   Internal coordination and cross-functional collaboration –  Report to and coordinate with the Executive Committee on planning and priorities –  Work in close collaboration with the Head of Advocacy, Partnerships and Resource Development – Contribute, when relevant, to advocacy or representation activities where operational expertise and field experience provide added value                   Conditions   Employment rate: 65% Gross monthly salary: CHF 4,800 (100% equivalent: CHF 7,385) Work location: Geneva   Application process   Applications must be submitted by email and include: –  a curriculum vitae –  a motivation letter –  professional references   Applications should be sent to: recrutement@2nd-chance.org   Profile and mindset Required mindset –  Strong humanitarian values  –  Humility, respect for local partners  –  Commitment to education, sustainability and ethical medical practice   Qualifications and experience –  Experience in managing humanitarian operations   –  Proven field in humanitarian context  –  Excellent team management and organisational and coordination skills – Ability to work in multicultural and multidisciplinary environments – Fluency in French and English.