Tasks of the Programme Manager include:

• Content conception, preparation and organisation of conferences, events and visitor programmes in close cooperation with the director
• Providing analyses on current developments in multilateral Geneva (mainly on global health topics)
• Communication with offices and staff members of global health organisations in Geneva as well as with other offices of the Konrad Adenauer Foundation, members of parliament, partners worldwide and experts
• Contribution to the extension of the expert data base of the programme
• Support in presenting the office in social media

The following qualifications are expected:

• A university degree in Public Health, International Relations, Economics, Political Science, Law or similar
• A first professional experience in the areas of research, event and project management or in European and/or international institutions
• Experience in one of the multilateral organisations based in Geneva is considered an advantage
• Pronounced interest in international issues, in particular global health
• Very good command of German and English, knowledge of French is preferable, knowledge of any other official language of the UN is considered an advantage
• Good knowledge of MS Office

We expect:

• Reliability and diligence
• Organisational talent, communication skills and the ability to work in a team
• Commitment to the goals and principles of the Konrad Adenauer Foundation, independence and flexibility

We offer:

• A one-year contract for a full-time position with a local salary (based on the Echelle des Traitements of the Canton of Geneva)
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and highly motivated team

We value the quality of opportunities and a family friendly environment. Candidates with disabilities and the same level of qualification are given special attention.