Humanitarian Diplomacy and Strategic Engagement Delegate

07 May 2026
100%
Permanent position
Wabern

Job summary

Join the Swiss Red Cross as a Humanitarian Diplomacy Delegate! Make a global impact in a supportive team.

Tasks

Drive humanitarian advocacy aligned with strategic priorities.
Build strategic partnerships with key stakeholders and donors.
Identify trends in international humanitarian funding.

Skills

Master's in international relations or related field; 10+ years experience.
Fluent in English and German or French; strong analytical skills.
Experience in project management and effective communication.

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About the job

Humanitarian Diplomacy and Strategic Engagement Delegate

Join us in advocating for a more humane world!

As a Delegate for Humanitarian Diplomacy and Strategic Engagement, you play a key role in strengthening the Swiss Red Cross's (SRC) global commitment and expanding strategic partnerships. As part of a dynamic and motivated team, you support the SRC's multilateral engagement in priority areas such as strengthening international humanitarian law and humanitarian principles, climate change, migration, or health. This position is fixed-term (01.06.2026 to 31.12.2028).

What you can achieve

Advocacy and diplomacy in the humanitarian field in line with the SRC's strategic priorities according to its International Cooperation Programme 2025–2028 (including promotion of international humanitarian law)

Strengthening and building strategic partnerships within the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and with other partners, especially institutional partners as well as donors in Switzerland

Strategic positioning of the SRC at the global level

Identifying trends and opportunities in international multilateral financing and developments in the humanitarian field worldwide

What you bring

University degree in international relations, political science, law, or a related field. Additional specialisation in international humanitarian law (IHL) or specific training related to the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is an advantage

At least 10 years of professional experience in international relations, politics, or diplomacy

Knowledge in strategy analysis and editorial skills for reporting and promoting strategic engagement with diverse stakeholders

Experience in project management

Excellent language skills in English as well as German or French (C1+)

What to expect from us

An unusual and interesting field of activity with plenty of scope for creativity

Meaningfulness of the work

Collegial and appreciative working environment

Support for training and further education

Flexible and family-friendly working hours

How to join us

We look forward to receiving your complete online application addressed to Ms Petra Loser. For further information, Ms Damaris Carnal, Head of International Policy Department, is available at policy@redcross.ch