Desk Climate and Sustainable Livelihoods (60-80%)

terre des hommes schweiz is a development organisation that empowers young people in Africa, Latin America, and Switzerland. Together, we strive to promote social cohesion, climate justice, a life with dignity, and global justice through fair North–South relations. In collaboration with partners in 10 countries, as well as strategic partnerships and alliances, we work to strengthen civil societies. Youth participation is a central part of our approach: we are committed to ensuring that young people play a role in decision-making processes and can actively shape their own future. 

If you thrive in collaborative environments, have a genuine commitment to promoting global social equity, and has solid experience and skills as described below, we encourage you to apply for the position starting on 1 October 2026 or by agreement:   

Responsibilities:

• Co-lead the management and strategic development of “Climate and Sustainable Livelihoods” within the framework of terre des hommes schweiz strategy, including the formulation and continuous development of programme‑level concepts, standards and theory of change. 

• Monitoring, reporting, and evaluation of key indicators, in collaboration with Regional Desks in Africa and Latin-America. 

• Develop Community of Practices, including fostering South–South and South-North collaborations with Regional Desks.  

• Institutional fundraising by developing topic-related applications and calls, including grant acquisition, major project proposals, mandates, and consortia development. 

• Contribute to advocacy activities on climate justice for youth, with a focus on Social and Ecological Transformation and Sustainable Livelihood opportunities for youth, as well as to international processes.  

• Collaborate closely with partners in Switzerland and the Global South and actively engage in relevant national and international networks. 

Experience and qualification:

• University degree in environmental and climate studies and sustainable development.  

• Proven experience in the implementation of Climate and Sustainable Livelihoods programmes, with a strong track record in multi-country programme management and in community-based approaches in Africa and Latin America. 

• Experience in grant acquisition and managing mandates on climate, Social and Ecological Transformation and Sustainable Livelihood for youth topics. 

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to quickly grasp and assess complex issues. 

• Strong communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with Regional Co-Desks and diverse stakeholders. 

• Strong adaptability and flexibility to respond to varying contexts, priorities, and country-level dynamics.  

• Fluency in German and English (written and spoken). Portuguese and/or Spanish is an asset.  

• Strong interest in development cooperation and a high level of motivation to positively influence national and international policy frameworks. 

• Proactive and independent working style, combined with enthusiasm for working in a multilingual team.  

• Ability to work collaboratively within multicultural and interdisciplinary teams. 

We offer:

We offer a challenging role within a well-established organisation, a motivated team, competitive remuneration, and attractive social benefits. The place of work is Basel. Please submit your application electronically by 10 June 2026. For more detailed question about the position please contact Fabiana Kuriki.

First-round interviews will take place onsite in Basel between 15 - 17 June. Second-round interviews will be held in the following week 22 - 25 June.