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

Role Description: Program Coordinator Reports to: Global Program Manager Contract Type: 01.09.2026 (or upon agreement) – 31.12.2027, with possibility of extension. Level of Effort: 80%   Plan International Switzerland Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children's rights and equality for girls since 1937. We strive for a just world, working together with children, young people, our supporters, and partners. Plan International Switzerland, a member of the global Plan Federation, leads projects globally focusing on Inclusive, Quality Education, Protecting girls from Harmful Practices, Climate Change Adaptation, and Youth Economic Empowerment. Plan International Switzerland is a core member of the Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance (the Alliance) and the Urban Climate Resilience Programme (UCRP) and responsible for the overall coordination and management of climate resilience enhancing projects implemented in countries worldwide, with a special focus on children and girls' rights. In addition, Plan International Switzerland contributes to the steering of the Alliance and the UCRP through their global governance bodies. To support the Global Program Manager, the project team at Plan International Switzerland, and Plan International Country Offices, we are looking for a Program Coordinator (80%)from 01.09.2026 (or upon agreement) until 31.12.2027, with possibility of extension.   Duties and Responsibilities: Overall support to Plan International in the Alliance and the UCRP. - Managing the implementation of projects. This includes: - coordinating regular meetings with Plan International Country Offices and our partners. - following up on key deliverables and financial reporting. - regularly updating project management tools used by Plan International Switzerland. - Represent Plan International Switzerland in the Knowledge Function of the Alliance. - Coordinate knowledge deliverables by: - regularly updating the knowledge tools used by the Alliance. - tracking progress in knowledge production through knowledge plans. - coordinating and contributing to the development of different types of knowledge products (e.g., policy briefs, blog articles, videos). - coordinating with the Communications department of Plan International Switzerland the publication of key outputs. - Maintain the Alliance reporting calendar up to date and ensure that reports are submitted timely. - In close collaboration with the project team at Plan International Switzerland and Plan International Country Offices, contribute to the completion of different types of reports that form part of a comprehensive reporting system. - Support proposal development, as needed. - Other administrative tasks such as maintaining staff overview lists. - Provide English Spanish translation support (if applicable). The Program Coordinator is expected to provide support to other areas of work, as required. A detailed work plan will be defined together with the Global Program Manager at the beginning of the employment.   We offer a dynamic, flexible, and positive, working environment, and you have the opportunity to help shape our organization with your initiative. If this challenging and multifaceted role appeals to you, we look forward to receiving your application! Please send your complete application documents (a cover letter, your CV and three references) to bewerbungen@plan.ch by Friday, 31.07.2026. Interviews will take place in August. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please direct any questions to Manuel von der Mühlen, Global Program Manager (Manuel.vonderMuehlen@plan.ch). Your Profile - Commitment to the cause of children's rights and gender equality. - Valid work permit and residence in Switzerland. - At a minimum, a bachelor's degree in development studies or a related field, and three years of work experience in international development. Work experience abroad is an added advantage. - Proven experience in Project Cycle Management. - Knowledge in Disaster Risk Management, Climate Change Adaptation and/or Resilience is an added advantage. - Willingness and ability to travel internationally for work. - Fluent in English (both verbal and in writing). Spanish language skills are an added advantage (to facilitate working together with Country Offices based in Central and Latin America). - At a minimum, familiarity with Microsoft Office. Familiarity with other software that can be used for the visualization of knowledge products (e.g., Canva) is an added advantage. - Motivated team player, with strong attention to detail, and eagerness to learn. - Cultural sensitivity, flexibility/adaptability, and ability to work with a wide variety of people.

For more than 30 years, [cinfo](https://cinfo.ch) has been mandated by the Swiss Confederation and partner organisations to serve as the Swiss competence centre for labour market issues in international cooperation. As of October 2026, we are looking for a   Senior Advisor – Training, Capacity Development & Locally Led Action (80%)   As the competence centre for labour market issues in international cooperation, cinfo supports individuals, teams and organisations in strengthening their competencies and fostering professional and organizational development. Through coaching, workshops and other learning formats, we accompany individuals and organisations build the capabilities to thrive in a rapidly evolving sector. At the same time, we are expanding our service portfolio by developing new advisory and support services that help organisations embed Locally Led Action (LLA) into their strategies, structures and ways of working. To strengthen our team, we are looking for an experienced professional who will play a key role in further developing our Career & Capacity Development services by designing and delivering innovative learning, workshop and advisory formats for individuals, teams and organisations. At the same time, the successful candidate will strategically develop cinfo's Locally Led Action working area and support organisations as they transition towards increasingly locally led working practices.   Key responsabilities:   Career & Capacity Development - Actively contribute to the strategic development of cinfo's thematic area Career & Capacity Development and its service portfolio. - Design, deliver and further develop workshops, learning, advisory and development formats for individuals, teams and organisations. - Develop innovative services that respond to the evolving needs of the international cooperation sector and related fields and actors (e.g. sustainability, ESG and the private sector).   Strategic Development of Locally Led Action - Strategic development of the thematic area LLA at cinfo. - Development, piloting and positioning of shared services that support organisations in further developing their strategies, structures and working methods in line with LLA. - Advising and supporting organisations through organisational development and transformation processes relating to LLA, including the design and facilitation of participatory workshops, dialogue and learning formats. - Monitoring relevant developments in the field of LLA and translating these into innovative services and practical products.   Business Development & Partnerships - Proactively develop new partnerships, advisory mandates and projects, and secure funding for new services and products. Experience and Knowledge - Solid operational experience in international cooperation with a variety of stakeholders and in different roles, ideally with experience working abroad, as well as a thorough understanding of the sector, its stakeholders and current developments. - Solid experience in designing and facilitating participatory workshops, learning processes and dialogue formats, ideally in the context of organisational development, capacity development, leadership development or change management. - A sound understanding of current developments and debates surrounding the international cooperation labour market, locally led action, localisation, and partnerships between the Global South and the Global North. - Experience in the strategic positioning of new products and services and in fundraising. - Very good oral and written language skills in English, as well as French and/or German. Knowledge of the other language is an advantage.   Qualities and Skills - A passion for supporting individuals, teams and organisations through learning, change and transformation processes. - Strong moderation, facilitation and advisory skills. - A high degree of self-reflection, as well as the ability to build trusting relationships in intercultural contexts and to create spaces for dialogue, shared learning and co-creation, in which local perspectives and expertise are deliberately placed at the centre. - Conceptual and analytical skills, as well as the ability to think strategically in a complex working environment that demands a high degree of flexibility. - A proactive approach to work & an engaging personality with a network in International Cooperation - Willingness to take on responsibility within an organisation incorporating agile elements (hybrid organisational model).   Education - University degree. - Further training(s) in organisational development, coaching, leadership, facilitation, adult education, consultancy, or related subjects.   Working at cinfo is characterised by varied, challenging and diverse tasks within a dedicated team, in a dynamic organisational structure. cinfo offers excellent terms of employment with flexible working arrangements, as well as a wide range of development and training opportunities.   Location: in Bern, in a very attractive environment (with home-office options). Contact: If you have any questions, please contact Silvan Büchler, Lead Career & Capacity Development, at [recruitment@cinfo.ch](https://cinfo365.sharepoint.com/sites/Management_public/Freigegebene Dokumente/19_Austauschordner/192_Austauschordner_GFuebergreifend/Senior Advisor - Training, Capacity Development/recruitment@cinfo.ch) or on +41 32 365 80 02. Application: - Pease submit your application via the "apply" link below by 29 July 2026. - To apply, submit your CV, a cover letter (no more than 3,500 characters, which you can enter in the pop-up window after clicking 'Apply') and upload your employment references, diplomas and academic transcripts (in PDF format) in the 'Documents' section in your profile. - First-round interviews are scheduled for 10 and 11 August 2026 - If you already have a cinfoposte profile, please ensure it is up to date and complete. - Applicants must be Swiss nationals, EU/EFTA citizens, or hold a valid Swiss work permit to be eligible for this position.   cinfo is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who meet the eligibility criteria. If you have any accessibility requirements or would benefit from reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please feel free to contact us.  

Für unsere Geschäftsstelle in Luzern suchen wir per 1. November 2026 oder nach Vereinbarung eine unternehmerisch und strategisch denkende Persönlichkeit als Leiter:in Fundraising, Marketing & Kommunikation (80-100%) / Mitglied der Geschäftsleitung Ihre Aufgabe Sie tragen die Gesamtverantwortung für die Bereiche Fundraising sowie Kommunikation und stellen dabei als Datenschutzbeauftragte die Einhaltung aller relevanten Datenschutzbestimmungen sicher. In dieser Funktion führen Sie ein Team von derzeit neun Mitarbeitenden. Gemeinsam mit Ihrem Team entwickeln und steuern Sie die Fundraising- und Kommunikationsstrategie weiter und verantworten die Jahres- und Mehrjahresplanung. Sie stellen unter den derzeit anspruchsvollen Fundraising-Bedingungen eine wirkungsvolle, zielgruppengerechte Kombination aus analogen und digitalen Kanälen sicher und entwickeln die Instrumente strategisch und kontinuierlich weiter. Zudem zeichnen Sie verantwortlich für die Akquise von gebundenen und ungebundenen Mitteln sowie für die Erschliessung von neuen Finanzierungsquellen. Sie verantworten die Kommunikationskampagne von SolidarMed, schaffen damit Sichtbarkeit und erhöhen die Bekanntheit unserer Organisation. Sie definieren relevante Wirkungs- und Leistungsindikatoren, stellen ein professionelles Monitoring sicher und nutzen Erkenntnisse zur laufenden Optimierung der Aktivitäten. Bei Bedarf unterstützen Sie Ihr Team auch operativ und fördern dessen fachliche und persönliche Weiterentwicklung. Als Mitglied der Geschäftsleitung arbeiten Sie eng mit den weiteren Bereichsverantwortlichen der Geschäftsstelle sowie den Teams in den Projektländern zusammen. Sie vertreten Ihren Bereich gegenüber dem Vorstand, relevanten Stakeholdern und in Netzwerken und leisten einen aktiven Beitrag zur strategischen und institutionellen Weiterentwicklung von SolidarMed. Anforderungen Ihr Profil Sie sind eine führungsstarke, strategisch denkende und kommunikativ überzeugende Persönlichkeit mit mehrjähriger Erfahrung in den Bereichen Fundraising, Marketing und/oder Kommunikation im internationalen Umfeld. Zudem verfügen Sie über ein starkes Netzwerk im Fundraising- und Kommunikationsbereich in der Schweiz. Sie verfügen über eine Ausbildung auf Tertiärstufe oder eine vergleichbare Qualifikation sowie mehrjährige Führungserfahrung in einer ähnlichen Funktion. Erfahrung im Non-Profit-Sektor ist gewünscht – wir sind ausdrücklich auch offen für Persönlichkeiten aus anderen Branchen, die ihre Erfahrung in die internationale Entwicklungszusammenarbeit einbringen möchten. Sie denken unternehmerisch, handeln daten- und wirkungsorientiert und verbinden strategische Perspektive mit operativer Umsetzungsstärke. Integrierte Kommunikation ist für Sie kein Fremdwort. Sie kommunizieren klar und überzeugend und verstehen es, Teams zu motivieren und weiterzuentwickeln. Besonders wichtig sind uns: - Mehrjährige Führungserfahrung auf Team- und Geschäftsleitungsebene - Kompetenz im Aufbau und in der Weiterentwicklung von Partnerschaften, einschliesslich Kooperationen mit dem Privatsektor - Erfahrung in der Medienarbeit und Kenntnis der Schweizer Medienlandschaft - Erfahrung in der Konzipierung, Durchführung und Evaluation von Kommunikations-/Image-Kampagnen - Etabliertes Netzwerk im relevanten Umfeld - Erfahrung im Umgang mit Datenbanken und CRM-Systemen zur Steuerung von Fundraising- und Kommunikationsaktivitäten - Persönliches Interesse an internationaler Zusammenarbeit und globaler Gesundheit Ihre Muttersprache ist Deutsch (stilsicher), Englisch beherrschen Sie verhandlungssicher; Französisch ist von Vorteil. In internationalen Zusammenhängen überzeugen Sie durch Präsenz, Klarheit und interkulturelle Kompetenz.   Leistungen Wir bieten Ihnen Eine sinnstiftende Leitungsaufgabe mit Gestaltungsspielraum in einem kompetenten, engagierten und internationalen Team. Dazu kommen moderne Arbeitsbedingungen (u.a. Jahresarbeitszeit), gute Sozialleistungen, Homeoffice sowie Weiterbildungs- und Vernetzungsangebote.  Wir freuen uns auf Ihre vollständige Bewerbung bis spätestens 21. Juli 2026. Für weiterführende Informationen wenden Sie sich an Frau Eliane Kiener, Geschäftsleiterin SolidarMed, unter e.kiener@solidarmed.ch oder Tel. 041 310 66 60.