Switzerland: External Relations Officer
Country: Switzerland
Closing date: 31 Oct 2013
Interpeace is a Swiss non-profit organisation that works in close partnership with national partner organizations and the UN. Its aim is to strengthen the capacities of societies to manage conflict in non-violent, non-coercive ways by assisting national actors in their efforts to develop social and political cohesion. Interpeace also strives to assist the international community (and in particular the United Nations) to play a more effective role in supporting peacebuilding efforts around the world through better understanding and response to the challenges of creating local capacities that enhance social and political cohesion.
Chaired by former President John Kufuor and headquartered in Geneva, Interpeace is supported by bilateral and multilateral donors as well as private funding. The organization is currently active in Africa, Central America, the Middle East and Southeast Asia.
General Position Summary
External relations are a key function of the organization in which all Interpeace staff play a role. Under the general supervision of the Director of External Relations, the External Relations Officer provides support to the organization on fundraising, relationship management and in the preparation of external events. S/he will work closely with the Director of External Relations, Director-General, Deputy Directors General, Regional Directors, and Chief Financial Officer and Admin team to ensure that Interpeace’s external relations and fundraising strategies are implemented in a coherent fashion, rooted in Interpeace’s programmatic experience and with an emphasis on donors as stakeholders.
How to apply:
Swiss citizens or EU/EFTA or holder of a valid work permit
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application, including a letter of interest and curriculum vitae to the Administrative Officer at: recruitment@interpeace.org . "EXTERNAL RELATIONS OFFICER" MUST BE included in the subject line of the application email to be considered.
Interpeace is an equal opportunity employer.
Please note that due to high volume of applications, ONLY short-listed for interviews candidates will be notified.
This recruitment will remain open until the post is filled.
For more information about Interpeace, its values and working principles, please visit the Interpeace website (www.interpeace.org)
