About the role

We are looking for a Programme Officer to join our small team in Geneva.
This is a desk-based role focused on reading, reviewing, and improving reports from our members across Europe. You will help ensure that information is clear, accurate, and well structured.
This is not a field role. There is no project implementation or travel to project sites.

What you will do

- Read and review reports submitted by members
- Improve and rewrite content to make it clear and consistent
- Check data for accuracy and completeness
- Provide feedback to members on how to improve their reports
- Maintain and update programme data and systems
- Prepare summaries and simple analyses of programme results
- Support communication (emails, documents, translations)
- Help organise webinars, annual meeting and programme-related activities

Who we are looking for

Experience
- Recent graduate or early-career professional (0–3 years)
- Some experience through internships, studies, or volunteering

Education
- Degree in a relevant field (e.g. social sciences, international relations, communications, languages)

Key skills

- Strong writing skills – you enjoy rewriting and improving texts
- Attention to detail – you notice mistakes and inconsistencies
- Structured and organised – you like working methodically
- Comfort with repetitive tasks – you can stay focused and consistent
- Digital skills – confident with Word, Excel, AI and online tools
- Clear communication – professional and patient when working with others

Languages

- Fluent in English and French (required)
- Strong writing ability in both
- at least one language is native (English or French)

What this role is (and is not)

This role is:
- Analytical and structured
- Focused on quality, reporting, and data
- Behind-the-scenes but essential

This role is NOT:
- Project management
- Field work or travel-heavy
- Policy design

What motivates you

- You enjoy working with text, structure, and detail
- You take pride in producing clear and high-quality work
- You are interested in supporting impact indirectly
- You are curious and open to learning
- You enjoy working in small team

About us

We are an international organisation working to improve the lives of women and girls, contributing to global goals such as gender equality and education.

Practical information

- Location: Geneva (office-based)
- Work rate: 100%, CDD 12 months with possibility to renew
- Swiss citizen, valid work permit
- Start: as of May 1^st 2026

How to Apply:

Send, in English, your 1-page CV and motivational letter to recruitment@soroptimisteurope.org
Qualified applicants will be answered
Application window closes June 5th 2026