PROGRAMME OFFICER INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS 80-100%

ppbBiovision /b is committed to building sustainable food systems – from farm to fork. We promote agroecological approaches, socially equitable value chains, food security, and agricultural production that is in harmony with nature. By supporting focused research and projects in sub‑Saharan Africa and in Switzerland, we develop solutions for the future – through initiatives led by us or together with partner organizations. /ppBiovision was founded in 1998 by Swiss entomologist and Right Livelihood Award laureate Hans Rudolf Herren. Our projects and initiatives help to improve the lives of farming families and protect the environment. We focus on agroecology – a holistic approach that includes sustainable farming methods, socially responsible business practices, and inclusive dialogue in the policy space. In this way, we address global challenges such as hunger, climate change, and biodiversity loss. Our goal: a future-proof food system. /ppFor our medium-sized, well-positioned NGO, we are looking for a committed personality to strengthen our team as a /ph3PROGRAMME OFFICER INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS 80-100% /h3h3(Permanent contract, start date: 1 October or upon agreement) /h3pIn this junior position, you will contribute significantly to the measurable success of the International Partnerships team, with the potential to assume project management responsibilities after a few years. /ph3Your main tasks include: /h3ulliSupport (Senior) Programme Managers in the management, coordination, and further development of their project and programme portfolios in Sub-Saharan Africa (i.e. topic, country and value chain related analyses, overviews, conceptsand presentations) /liliContribute to the identification and development of market-based and value chain approaches that enable the scaling of agroecological practices, including engagement with private sector actors, certification schemes, and responsible sourcing initiatives /liliMonitor and integrate relevant (regulatory) private sector frameworks for responsible sourcing and related frameworks/schemes (i.e. HRDD, EUDR, CSDDD, SBTi, RA, SAI, etc.) into projects with a sustainable (export) value chain component /liliCoordinate the work related to our project database/management system, including quality assurance and data overviews for department- and beyond department-related decision making (i.e. budgets, outcomes, countries) /liliBuild overview of project/programme locations on a platform, including GIS /liliSupport the Monitoring, Evaluation Learning (MEL) Focal Point and contribute to the preparation of internal knowledge sharing across projects/programmes /liliFirst contact point for, and triage of, external inquiries (e.g. for donations, collaborations, etc.) /liliProvide support for any other tasks as required /li /ulh3We are looking for a dynamic and motivated team player with the following mandatory qualifications: /h3ulliMaster’s degree in sustainability management, business administration, international development, geography or similar /liliAt least 2 years of professional experience in the field of sustainable agricultural value chains, including related regulations/frameworks/schemes and corresponding data management /liliExperience in working with databases, project management systems, and geographic information platforms (i.e. GIS) /liliStrong analytical and research skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear summaries, concepts and presentations /liliComputer skills in standard Office applications, incl. Generative AI /liliExcellent PPT, database/platform/BI skills /liliExcellent command of English (C1/C2) and good knowledge of German (B2) Swiss passport or Swiss residence permit C / B /li /ulpWe offer a challenging position in a dynamic team and an innovative NGO with an annual salary between CHF 88,600 and CHF 97,400, adequate social security and a centrally located workplace in Zurich (max. 2 days home office/week). /ppbPlease submit your complete electronic application documents via our job portal by May 23 at the latest. /b /ppFor further information, please contact Piera Waibel, Head International Partnerships via /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr