Junior Professinonal Officer

Building Peace Together

The Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP) is an international foundation that aims to advance global cooperation, security and peace. The foundation is supported by the Swiss government and governed by 55 member states and the Canton of Geneva. The GCSP provides a unique 360° approach to learning about and solving global challenges.

Our Mission is to educate leaders, facilitate dialogue, advise through in-house research, inspire new ideas and connect experts to develop sustainable solutions to build a more peaceful future. Located in the state-of-the-art Maison de la Paix at the heart of international Geneva, we are recognised as a cutting-edge, dynamic and impactful platform that facilitates dialogue and exchange in support of peace, security and international cooperation.

Are you interested in joining our highly motivated team of over 90 professionals? If you are entrepreneurial, results-driven and a team player who is dedicated to making a meaningful impact in today’s world, you may be our future:

Junior Professinonal Officer

100% - 1 Year Limited Duration
Location: Geneva

Mission

The Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP) is offering a full-time position, to a recent graduate in international relations, politics, development or a related field (or who possesses relevant vocational qualifications and project management experience). This position will be specifically dealing with events, projects and activities and will include coordinating events and visits, assisting with internal and external communication and reporting activities and providing overall administrative support to the Global support Group.

Under the supervision of the Project & Team Manager, the Junior Professional Officer, Global Support Group works closely with colleagues within the department and cooperates with other internal stakeholders, including the Director’s Office, GCSP’s Programmes, and other support services such as Administration, Finance, ICT, and Human Resources.

Main Activities and Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative and logistical support to activities within the center;
  • Coordinate events, visits and workshops including make presentations;
  • Manage the reception and welcome desk;
  • Establish and maintain documentation and databases, ensure project documentation is up to date and accurate;
  • Prepare updates, reports and contribute to internal communication;
  • Organise and attend both internal and external meetings;
  • Communicate and coordinate with colleagues, guests and customers in a professional manner that reflects the values and aims of the Centre.
     

Required Education

  • A university degree in an area related to international security, law, social sciences, political science or business or public administration.

Experience

  • Ideally 1–2 years of relevant experience;
  • An experience in events management and/or hospitality environment would be a real asset;
  • Experience in an international or multicultural environment is an asset.

Desired Skills

  • Fluency in spoken and written English and French is required;
  • Great communication and interpersonal skills;
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications: Word, Excel, Teams & Outlook;
  • Flexible, with a positive attitude;
  • Strong organisational skills and detail-oriented;
  • Ability to multi-task;
  • Reliable, proactive and motivated, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively;
  • Ability to interact with colleagues, partners and customers from diverse professional sectors and cultures; respect for diversity;
  • Interest and understanding of the non-profit sector.

Application Process

Due to Swiss employment regulations, only candidates with Swiss/EU citizenship or a valid work permit for Switzerland will be accepted.

Applications should include: 

  1. A comprehensive curriculum vitae giving details of relevant achievements in recent posts as well as your education and professional qualifications.
  2. A cover letter that summarises your interest in this post, providing evidence of your ability to match the criteria outlined in the job description.
  3. Notice period and names of two referees, together with a brief statement of the capacity in which they have known you and an indication of when in the process they can be contacted (please note we will not contact your referees without your expressed permission).

The successful candidate will be expected to take up the position at the earliest mutually convenient date.

If you see yourself undertaking this exciting challenge, we are eager to receive your application file on [email protected] until 1 February 2026 midnight. Please include job title for reference when submitting your application.

The GCSP is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The GCSP recruits and employs staff regardless of disability, sex, age, gender identity, religion, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds or any other personal characteristics.

 

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest. However, please note that candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.