DCAF – Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance is dedicated to improving the security of states and their people within a framework of democratic governance, the rule of law, respect for human rights, and gender equality. Since its founding in 2000, DCAF has contributed to making peace and development more sustainable by assisting partner states, and international actors supporting these states, to improve the governance of their security sector through inclusive and participatory reforms. It creates innovative knowledge products, promotes norms and good practices, provides legal and policy advice and supports capacity‐building of both state and non‐state security sector stakeholders.

DCAF’s Foundation Council members represent over 50 countries and the Canton of Geneva. Active in over 70 countries, DCAF is internationally recognized as one of the world's leading centres of excellence for security sector governance (SSG) and security sector reform (SSR). DCAF is guided by the principles of neutrality, impartiality, local ownership, inclusive participation, and gender equality. For more information visit www.dcaf.ch and follow us on Twitter @DCAF_Geneva.

DCAF’s Cybersecurity programme, implemented by the Europe and Central Asia Division, aims to support good governance in cybersecurity. The programme contributes to making cybersecurity responsive and effective by working with cybersecurity actors from the public and private sector on improving law and policies, stakeholder cooperation and the effective provision and oversight of cybersecurity. To this end, the programme provides advice and research, organises technical trainings and workshops and organises stakeholder exchanges.

The Cybersecurity programme is currently looking for a qualified, dynamic and motivated junior project officer:

 Junior Project Officer (JPO) 50%

• Location: Geneva, Switzerland
• Starting date: 1 September 2023
• Duration: One year (with the possibility of extension)

YOUR ROLE

The Junior Project Officer will be responsible for supporting. Under the supervision of the Principal Programme Manager and in close cooperation with other project team members in Geneva, Belgrade and Prishtina, the Junior Project Officer is in charge of supporting the implementation of cybersecurity governance capacity building projects in Southeast and Eastern Europe.

• Contribute to project administrative and finance processes; follow up contracts, keep track of reporting requirements and relevant payments;
• Assist in organizing capacity building activities, including the set-up of workshops, seminars and other training activities, including the logistical set-up of events and the preparation of training materials;
• Assist in drafting funding proposals and correspondence with donors;
• Facilitate research on project-related topics;
• drafting of project proposals, implementation of and reporting on project activities and preparation of information dissemination on project results;Prepare material for webpage and IT based project management tools;
• Any other assigned substantive and administrative tasks

YOUR EXPERIENCE

• University degree in political science / international relations and/or law or related subjects. A specialization in security policy / security and conflict management / security sector governance is considered an asset.
• Prior experience in assisting in the organization of conferences, workshops and training activities is preferred.
• Knowledge of / academic focus on the Western Balkan region, Eastern Europe and the South Caucasus with a focus on security sector reform, particularly cybersecurity is considered an asset.
• Prior experience in assisting the management of projects, including support to administrative and finance processes related to project management is considered an asset;
• Prior experience in drafting narrative and financial donor reports is considered an asset.
• Prior experience in managing, monitoring and reporting on project finances is considered an asset.
• Experience in results-based project management will be considered an asset.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Swiss or EU citizenship or a valid work permit for Switzerland at the time of application is a pre-requisite
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Excellent drafting and editing capacities.
• Knowledge of Albanian, Serbian/Croatian/Bosnian or Russian language is considered an asset for this position.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural environment.
• Strong organizational skills with effective time management and ability to prioritize and plan own work to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with colleagues at all levels, to multitask, and to handle tight deadlines and stressful situations.
• Precision and accuracy in executing tasks.
• Diplomacy, tact, discretion, and an impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards.

 WE OFFER

• a rewarding, dynamic and challenging work experience
• the chance to be part of a multicultural team of supportive, hardworking and values-driven people
• the chance to contribute to improving security of states and their people within a framework of democratic governance, the rule of law, and respect for human rights

If you think you are a good match for DCAF and the position advertised, please apply online at https://dcaf-flexperso.ch by 18/08/2023 enclosing:

• a one-page motivational statement in English describing your relevant experience and what you can bring to DCAF
• a concise CV (maximum two pages)
• a copy of your diplomas and work certificates

DCAF is committed to equality of opportunity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of sex, age, disability, gender identity, religion, or ethnicity.

Individuals who seek to serve with DCAF in any individual capacity will be required, if short-listed, to complete a self-attestation stating that they have not committed or been convicted of any criminal offence and have not been involved, by act or omission, in the commission of any violation of international human rights law or international humanitarian law.