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The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is a highly prestigious, reputable and the world's largest humanitarian organization, saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impact of climate change.   Ethiopia is facing a severe and complex humanitarian crisis caused by overlapping factors such as conflict, drought, floods, and rising prices, all of which are worsening food insecurity and livelihoods. Displacement and asset loss in regions like Afar and Tigray, combined with repeated droughts in pastoral areas (especially Somali region), have left millions in urgent need of aid. The Ethiopia Country Office of WFP is leading the response by providing food assistance, nutrition support, school feeding, and livelihood programs, focusing on the hardest-hit regions. Its approach relies on ongoing assessments to adapt to changing needs and emphasizes collaboration with partners and government institutions to ensure effective, sustainable support. The goal is to improve food security, protect livelihoods, and support Ethiopia's recovery and long-term resilience.     As Programme Policy Officer you support the Ethiopia Country Office by providing the following: - Operational Support: Supporting planning, coordination, and delivery of emergency food assistance - Contingency Planning & Preparedness: Helping with contingency planning, risk analysis, and stock management - Data Management & Analysis: Collecting and analyzing data to inform decisions - Monitoring & Evaluation: Assisting with field monitoring and capturing lessons learned - Partnerships & Capacity Building: Supporting coordination with partners and capacity-building activities - Reporting & Documentation: Supporting partnerships, trainings, and reporting tasks - Etc.   Part of the [Swiss JPO Programme](https://www.cinfo.ch/jpo), 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 nationality - Not older than 32 years at the date of the first round of interviews - Fluency in English and a second UN language - Master's degree   - Strong interest in a longer-term career with the United Nations    For this position: - Master's degree in International Affairs, Economics, Nutrition/Health, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Social Sciences or other field relevant to international development assistance. - 3 years of professional experience in in programme implementation, operational coordination, or humanitarian operations, or closely related fields. WFP counts internships at 100%. - Experience working with humanitarian operations is an asset - Experience in planning, coordinating, or implementing field activities  - Experience supporting contingency planning and emergency preparedness - Exposure to the international arena either by direct work for an international institution/organization or by interacting with international stakeholders is an asset Please find more details in the full job description.   Important details regarding your application Make 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](https://www.cinfo.ch/sites/default/files/documents/un-personal-history-profile-jpo-programme.docx) 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 English Find useful tips and resources related to UN applications on the [cinfo website](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-informed/international-cooperation-insights/young-professionals-graduates-and-students) and read this [article](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/on-the-importance-of-keywords-in-un-applications-and-more-tips-on-how-to-get-hired-by-the-un).    Application deadline:  05 May 2026 First round of interviews:  18 / 19 May 2026 online   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. 

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is a highly prestigious, reputable and the world's largest humanitarian organization, saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impact of climate change.   Delivery Assurance Services (DAS), part of the Supply Chain and Delivery Division (SCDD) at HQ, leads Identity Management (IDM) business processes, digital solutions, and services. It supports country offices by designing and refining IDM systems based on their needs and by providing services such as registration, verification, and assistance delivery, in collaboration with multiple divisions and offices.      As Programme Policy Officer you support the Supply Chain and Delivery Division by providing the following: - Support the improvement of core IDM processes such as registration, verification, distribution, and reconciliation - Assist in delivering IDM services to Country Offices, including registration, deduplication, and transfer management - Gather and prioritize business requirements for IDM digital solutions with field and HQ stakeholders - Contribute to the planning and coordination of IDM services across relevant teams - Support the rollout, scale-up, and field implementation of IDM solutions, including direct mission support - Etc.   Part of the [Swiss JPO Programme](https://www.cinfo.ch/jpo), 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 nationality - Not older than 32 years at the date of the first round of interviews - Fluency in English and a second UN language - Master's degree   - Strong interest in a longer-term career with the United Nations    For this position: - Master's degree in International Relations, Economics, Computer and Information Systems or related fields - 3 years of professional experience in international relations, humanitarian programmes, political or economic science, business administration or computer and information systems. WFP counts internships at 100%. - Experience working with humanitarian operations - Experience in planning, coordinating, and implementing projects across multiple stakeholders - Experience in business analysis, requirements gathering and the implementation of digital solutions Please find more details in the full job description.   Important details regarding your application Make 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](https://www.cinfo.ch/sites/default/files/documents/un-personal-history-profile-jpo-programme.docx) 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 English Find useful tips and resources related to UN applications on the [cinfo website](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-informed/international-cooperation-insights/young-professionals-graduates-and-students) and read this [article](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/on-the-importance-of-keywords-in-un-applications-and-more-tips-on-how-to-get-hired-by-the-un).    Application deadline:  21 April 2026 First round of interviews:  04 / 05 May 2026 online   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. 

The Department of Peace Operations (DPO) is dedicated to assisting the Member States and the Secretary-General in their efforts to maintain international peace and security. DPO provides political and executive direction to UN peacekeeping operations around the world and maintains contact with the Security Council, troop and financial contributors, and parties to the conflict in the implementation of Security Council mandates.     The DPO Justice and Corrections Service (JCS) provides strategic, technical and administrative guidance to rule of law, justice and corrections components in UN peace operations and facilitates the secondment of government-provided justice and corrections personnel. JCS works closely with United Nations Member States to help ensure that Security Council resolutions, Secretary-General reports and other official documents reflect the work and needs of justice and corrections systems in peace operations host countries.       As Associate Programme Officer (Capacity Generation) you support the JCS Justice and Corrections Service Programme Officer by providing the following: - Providing technical support and guidance to justice and corrections components in DPO-managed field missions in relation to their human resource needs; - Liaising with Member States to source, recruit, deploy, and manage seconded justice and corrections personnel (including rotations, extensions, and repatriations); - Supporting the recruitment, deployment, and management of seconded personnel, including rotations and repatriations; - Contributing to developing innovative deployment modalities, including specialized teams and non-mission settings. - Organizing periodic briefing sessions to contributing countries and discussing current challenges and needs for their engagement - Etc.   Part of the [Swiss JPO Programme](https://www.cinfo.ch/jpo), this position is sponsored by the Peace and Human Rights Division (PHRD) of the FDFA.    Please find the full job description here: For the Swiss JPO programme: - Swiss nationality - Not older than 32 years at the date of the first round of interviews - Fluency in English and a second UN language - Master's degree   - Two Swiss national languages - Driving license   For this position: - Master's degree in law, criminal justice, social sciences or human resources management - 3 years of professional experience working in either a justice or prisons/corrections system or in human resource management is required. DPO counts professional experience gained after completion of the first university degree. Relevant internship experience is counted at 50%. Relevant volunteer experience may be credited for up to 50%; - Experience providing technical assistance for the development of justice and/or prison systems in a transitional, developmental or post-conflict setting is an asset; - Excellent knowledge and command of computer programmes; - Advanced knowledge of database management; - Knowledge of graphic design platforms is an asset; - Knowledge of French is desirable.   Please find more details in the full job description.   Important details regarding your application Make 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](https://www.cinfo.ch/sites/default/files/documents/un-personal-history-profile-jpo-programme.docx) 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". - Mandatory: A copy of your driving license - Optional: CV in English   Find useful tips and resources related to UN applications on the [cinfo website](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-informed/international-cooperation-insights/young-professionals-graduates-and-students) and read this [article](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/on-the-importance-of-keywords-in-un-applications-and-more-tips-on-how-to-get-hired-by-the-un).    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. 

HEKS/EPER has over 1500 permanent employees. The organisation is active at 24 locations in Switzerland and in 35 countries worldwide with 290 programs and projects worth around CHF 144 million. In 2024, HEKS/EPER reached around 16 million people with its work. HEKS/EPER pursues the vision of a just world where the dignity of everyone is respected, peace reigns, and the natural environment is preserved. The aim is a systemic change at a social, economic and political level. HEKS/EPER is doing its part to improve the living conditions of people in Switzerland and around the world, to promote their rights, raise awareness and mobilise to this end. Lived diversity - inclusion is important to us: We welcome applications regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age or sexual orientation. SDC has tendered the project "Building Democratic Resilience and Promoting Inclusive Dialogue (BRIDGE)" in Serbia, a new intervention addressing increasing socio-political polarisation, shrinking civic space, and limited cooperation between civil society and public institutions. The project aims to strengthen democratic governance by supporting dialogue across social divides, enhancing civic participation, and reinforcing the resilience of civil society actors, with a particular focus on women and youth.  The project will focus on strengthening civic engagement through community initiatives and grant schemes, supporting women's and youth participation in decision-making, and enhancing the capacities of civil society organisations to operate in a constrained environment, including through cybersecurity support and rapid response mechanisms.  The inception phase is planned from August 2026 to February 2027 and will be followed by a first implementation phase from March 2027 to February 2031, subject to approval.   The start of the assignment is August 2026. The recruitment is subject to the successful approval of the consortium's bid to the tender by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC). The position covers both phases.  Together with our consortium partner, we are looking for an:  International or national Team Leader (100%), based in Belgrade, Serbia.Your main responsibilities: The team leader will be present in Serbia during the period of the project implementation and will be responsible for leading the project office, coordinating all project activities, maintaining professional relations with the donor and partners, and providing regular information on the progress of the project. Specifically, the team leader will have the following responsibilities:   - Leading and coordinating all tasks during the inception phase (political economic analysis, stakeholder analysis, gender analysis, elaboration of impact hypothesis and result chains, etc), resulting in the fine-tuning and successful approval of the project documentation for phase 1.   - Strategic and technical steering and overall management of the project as per the accepted project document, under the guidance of the project steering committee and the Swiss Cooperation Office in Belgrade.  - Set up and management of the project implementation unit: office, human resources, finances, and administration.  - Supervising the project team in implementing the project's activities.  - Formulate a yearly plan of operations, organise and coordinate the implementation of all project activities, manage the project funds, monitor performance and coordinate/ exchange with partners.  - Ensure the development of a monitoring and results measurement system as well as knowledge management for steering, accountability and learning.   - Stimulate an innovative and constructive learning environment among the project team and partners, and promote knowledge sharing and exchange across HEKS/EPER programmes and countries.   - Ensure cooperation and coordination with other projects supported by SDC within the Civil Society domain as well as relevant projects funded by other donors.   The team leader will work under the consortium's steering committee and benefit from technical support from an experienced, multidisciplinary team provided by the consortium partners (remote and on-site support).  To be successful you bring: - Academic degree (Master or equivalent) in political sciences, social sciences, development studies and/or related field.  - At least 10 years of experience in managing and coordinating interventions of a comparable size (at least CHF 1mio annually) and scope.  - At least 7 years of experience in implementing civil society strengthening programmes  - Proven experience working in politically sensitive and polarised contexts  - Demonstrated ability to engage in multi-stakeholder processes and collaborations, particularly in contexts characterised by polarisation, heightened political tensions, violence, and authoritarian governance, and/or in societies undergoing transition toward more democratic systems.  - Strong knowledge of the political context in Serbia, including the operating environment for civil society, combined with a broader understanding of the challenges faced by civil society organisations in Serbia and in other contexts characterised by authoritarian governance.  - Professional experience in transition countries, preferably in the Western Balkans/Serbia.  - Strong managerial skills, including results-oriented management, strategic planning, human resources management, and financial management skills.   - Strong analytical skills and capacity to think systemically.  - Strong interpersonal, intercultural and communication skills.  - Fluency in English (written and oral) is a must; knowledge of Serbian is a strong asset.  What you can expect from us: The team leader will be employed under a HEKS/EPER contract (expatriate or national, depending on the selected candidate). The initial contract duration is one year, with the possibility of renewal until the end of the project. HEKS/EPER offers an attractive salary and benefits package. The expected start of the assignment is scheduled for August 2026 and depends on the successful approval of the consortium's bid to the tender by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC). You will work with a motivated team in Serbia and enjoy the dynamic, international work environment of a globally active INGO.  Would you like to join the HEKS/EPER team? We are looking forward to your complete application in English (CV, Cover letter and certificates) exclusively via [our online portal.](https://apply.refline.ch/973549/1060/pub/1/index.html) [International or national Team Leader (100%), based in Belgrade, Serbia.](https://apply.refline.ch/973549/1060/pub/1/index.html) Interviews will be held on a rolling basis. HEKS/EPER reserves the right to select a candidate prior to the deadline. Applications are accepted until Tuesday, 14th April 2026.  Dragan Sreckovic, Country Representative Serbia, (dragan.sreckovic@heks-eper.org), is at your disposal for further information.  For further information about HEKS/EPER, please consult our website https://en.heks.ch/.

Die DROSOS STIFTUNG ist eine der bedeutenden privaten Förderstiftungen der Schweiz2003 in Zürich gegründet.  ist sie ideologisch, religiös und politisch unabhängig. Seit über zwei Jahrzehnten setzt sich die Stiftung dafür ein, dass junge Menschen – insbesondere solche mit erschwerten Ausgangsbedingungen – ihr volles Potenzial entfalten und einen positiven Beitrag in ihrer Gemeinschaft leisten können. Die Stiftung ist in der MENA-Region (in Ägypten, Marokko, Tunesien, Jordanien, Libanon und Palästina) sowie in der Schweiz und in Deutschland in rund 200 Projekten aktiv. Der Hauptsitz der Stiftung befindet sich in Zürich, weitere Büros in Kairo und Casablanca. Das Team umfasst knapp 40 Mitarbeitende. Die Strategie 2025–2028 fokussiert auf drei Handlungsfelder: Kompetenzentwicklung, Unternehmertum sowie soziale und wirtschaftliche Inklusion. Nachhaltigkeit ist dabei ein zentrales Leitprinzip: Projekte und Programme werden konsequent auf langfristige Wirkung und Tragfähigkeit ausgerichtet.   Ihre zentralen Aufgaben - Gesamtverantwortung für die Umsetzung der Strategie mit Priorisierung des Projektportfolios - Sichtbare, entscheidungsstarke Führung der Organisation über mehrere Standorte hinweg - Direkte Führungsverantwortung (COO, CPO, Leiter:innen Auslandbüros) - Sicherstellung von Wirkung, Qualität und Nachhaltigkeit im Projektportfolio - Verantwortung für das Stiftungsvermögen, Budget, Jahresrechnung und effizienten Mitteleinsatz sowie das Vertragswesen mit Partnerorganisationen - Vertretung der Stiftung gegenüber Partnern, Behörden und Organisationen sowie Stakeholdern Mehrjährige Führungserfahrung mit Strategie-, Finanz- und Budgetverantwortung Erfahrung im Management von Projekten und Projektportfolios Unternehmerisches und proaktives Denken, Entscheidungsstärke und Durchsetzungsfähigkeit - Ausgeprägte Fähigkeit, zu motivieren, Teamarbeit zu fördern und als wertschätzende Persönlichkeit klare Leitplanken zu setzen - Solides betriebswirtschaftliches Verständnis inkl. Vertragswesen - KMU- oder Wirtschaftserfahrung ausdrücklich willkommen; NGO-/Stiftungserfahrung ist ein Plus, jedoch keine zwingende Voraussetzung - Internationale Erfahrung, idealerweise im arabischen Raum - Sehr gute Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse; Französisch und/oder Arabisch von Vorteil - Ausgeprägte interkulturelle Kompetenz - Reisebereitschaft (MENA-Region, Deutschland)   Das bietet die DROSOS STIFTUNG - Sinnstiftende Arbeit mit grosser Wirkung für junge Menschen in herausfordernden Kontexten - Nachhaltige Förderentscheide, unabhängig von öffentlicher Finanzierung oder Fundraising - Grosse Gestaltungsmöglichkeiten und kontinuierliche Weiterentwicklung der Organisation - Engagiertes, multikulturelles Team, ein internationales Umfeld, moderne Arbeitsplätze im Zentrum von Zürich sowie attraktive Arbeitsbedingungen    Bewerbung Die Rekrutierung wird von cinfo, dem Schweizer Kompetenzzentrum für Karrieren in der internationalen Zusammenarbeit, begleitet. Bitte bewerben Sie sich bis zum 11.04.2026 über den Apply-Link auf dieser Seite. Wir erwarten Ihren Lebenslauf (CV) sowie ein persönliches Anschreiben (Deutsch oder Englisch), in dem Sie Ihre Motivation für diese Rolle und Ihren Bezug zum Auftrag der DROSOS STIFTUNG darlegen. Interne und externe Bewerbungen sind gleichermassen willkommen. Vertraulichkeit wird während des gesamten Prozesses zugesichert.   Kontakt für Fragen: Caroline Johnigk, Lead Talentpool & Recruitment, caroline.johnigk@cinfo.ch | www.cinfo.ch  

Contract Type  Fixed term appointment (100%) – linked to project duration    Place of Assignment   Masvingo, Zimbabwe   Regular travel to the district offices across Masvingo Province will be required. Additional travel to Harare and other districts may occasionally be needed and recommended for networking and policy dialogue.    Start of Contract  May 2026   The Role  The Project Manager plays a central role in the implementation and further development of SolidarMed's Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) portfolio in Zimbabwe. The role provides overall leadership and coordination across multiple NCD-related projects, ensuring high-quality delivery in close collaboration with government authorities, health facilities, project teams, and relevant partners.   Working closely with the Country Director, the SolidarMed Zimbabwe team, and the programme team in Lucerne, the Project Manager supports the strengthening of access to quality NCD care through effective project management, stakeholder engagement, team leadership, and technical oversight. The role combines strategic coordination with day-to-day project steering and contributes to programme development, learning, and innovation within the NCD portfolio.    Programme Zimbabwe  SolidarMed Zimbabwe supports health systems strengthening in Masvingo Province, with a focus on non-communicable diseases, adolescent and child health, hospital strengthening, and operational research. Working closely with the Ministry of Health and Child Care and district health authorities, the programme aims to improve access to quality, people-centred care at community, primary care, and hospital level, particularly for underserved populations.    Key responsibilities    Project implementation, steering and technical support -  Lead the implementation and further development of SolidarMed Zimbabwe's NCD projects, ensuring delivery in line with approved project documents, budgets, timelines and donor requirements.  - Prepare and update key project documents, including annual plans of operation, budgets and reports, and ensure effective coordination with project staff, authorities and stakeholders.  Human resource, administration, finance and procurement  - Supervise and support project staff, including mentoring, performance management and identification of training needs.  - Ensure sound financial, administrative, logistical, and operational management of the projects in line with SolidarMed procedures and donor requirements.   Monitoring, research and reporting  - Ensure appropriate project monitoring and use of data for project steering, learning, and communication.  - Support implementation research, knowledge sharing, and timely preparation of quality reports for donors, authorities and SolidarMed.  Partnership, representation, coordination and policy dialogue  - Establish and maintain effective collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Child Care, District Health Management Teams, implementing partners, donors and other relevant stakeholders.  - Represent SolidarMed and contribute to partnership development, coordination and policy dialogue in the NCD sector.  Your profile  To best fit into our dynamic, interdisciplinary team, we are looking for a highly motivated individual with the following qualifications:  - Advanced degree in medicine, public health, nursing, or another relevant health-related field, with at least 5 years of project management experience, including staff and financial management.  - Strong understanding of health systems strengthening and NCDs in low-resource settings.  - Ability to use digital project management and monitoring tools effectively.  - Strong organisational, communication, and negotiation skills, including the ability to engage constructively with government authorities and partners.  - Proven ability to manage multiple complex processes simultaneously, independently and under pressure.  - Strong skills in planning, critical thinking and problem solving.  - Experience in project budgeting, financial accountability and monitoring expenditure across donor-funded projects.  - Team player and supportive team leader with strong interpersonal skills.  - Flexible, proactive, and open-minded, with a willingness to learn and adapt.  - Experience in knowledge sharing, networking, implementation research and scientific exchange.  - Fluent in English, written and spoken. Knowledge of Shona and/or Ndebele is an asset.  - Valid driving licence and willingness to travel regularly within Zimbabwe.  - Existing valid work permit for Zimbabwe is essential.  We offer  - An attractive benefit package, professional development opportunities and stimulating linkages with competence networks  - Existing links with international research institutions, possibilities to participate in research, and contribute to scientific publications  How to apply  Does this challenge appeal to you? Then we look forward to receiving your complete application including  - a CV (max. 2 pages), including 3 references  - a covering letter outlining your motivation and how you meet the requirements by 01 April 2026.  Please send the complete documents to our application platform [following this link](https://apply.workable.com/solidarmed-1/j/B5F860A718/apply/).  Due to the high volume of applications, SolidarMed will only contact shortlisted candidates.

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the UN Refugee Agency, is a global organisation working to save lives, protect rights and build a better future for refugees, internally displaced communities and stateless people. They work to ensure that everybody has the right to seek asylum and find refuge from violence, persecution, war or disaster at home. UNHCR also works to end statelessness for millions of people worldwide without a nationality.     Poland currently hosts nearly 1 million refugees from Ukraine, in addition to a smaller number of asylum-seekers and refugees from different countries. Strategically located at the northeastern frontier of the European Union, Poland shares borders with Belarus, the Russian Federation, and Ukraine, positioning it as a key gateway to the EU. The UNHCR Country Office in Warsaw supports the Government of Poland to ensure that refugees have access to territory and asylum and realise their rights. As the UN-mandated agency to provide international protection to refugees, UNHCR leads the refugee coordination structure in support of the Government-led response.       As Associate Protection Officer you support the Protection Unit by providing the following: - Monitoring developments affecting the protection environment; - Promoting international and national protection law, as well as UN/UNHCR policies; - Providing legal advice to refugees, asylum-seekers, and stateless persons; - Supporting protection strategies, including child protection and AGD-sensitive programming; - Supporting measures to prevent statelessness and strengthening risk management related to protection issues; - Etc.   Part of the [Swiss JPO Programme](https://www.cinfo.ch/jpo), 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 nationality - Not older than 32 years at the date of the first round of interviews - Fluency in English and a second UN language - Master's degree   - Strong interest in a longer-term career with the United Nations    For this position: - Master's degree in Law - 3 years of professional experience in the area of refugee protection, internal displacement, human rights or international humanitarian law. UNHCR considers work experience gained after the completion of the first university degree. Internships and unpaid volunteer work may be counted at 50% if they are relevant to the position; - Solid understanding of the EU Pact on Asylum and Migration and its implications for asylum systems and border procedures, with the ability to support related legal and policy analysis; - Strong drafting and analytical skills and the ability to analyse protection trends and data; - Good skills in managing sensitive relations with counterparts and partners, as well as strong cross-cultural communication. Please find more details in the full job description.   Important details regarding your application Make 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](https://www.cinfo.ch/sites/default/files/documents/un-personal-history-profile-jpo-programme.docx) 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 English Find useful tips and resources related to UN applications on the [cinfo website](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-informed/international-cooperation-insights/young-professionals-graduates-and-students) and read this [article](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/on-the-importance-of-keywords-in-un-applications-and-more-tips-on-how-to-get-hired-by-the-un).    Application deadline:  14 April 2026 First round of interviews:  27 / 28 April 2026 online   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.