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Forum cinfo

Immerse yourself in the world of international cooperation at Forum cinfo.

Forum cinfo is the Swiss career event for international cooperation. It inspires, informs, facilitates networking, and provides a setting to gain new perspectives and broaden your horizons. It connects professionals at all stages of their careers with a wide range of internationally active organisations – and is an excellent opportunity to make new contacts and open doors.

Forum cinfo stage
Location
Bern (Wankdorf Center) and online
Duration
1 day
Languages
English
Price CHF  
20

From experienced to junior professionals in international cooperation, to career changers, graduates and students.

  • Learn to navigate the labour market
  • Find inspiration for your career, work and job search
  • Make new contacts

Date: 22 November 2024
Location: Bern & Online

Mark your calendars for an exciting event taking place on 22 November 2024 in Bern and accessible online. This hybrid event promises to offer something for everyone, whether you're joining us in person or virtually.

Registration opens early summer 2024
Stay tuned! Registration for this must-attend event will open in early summer 2024. Keep an eye out for more information and be ready to secure your place.

We look forward to seeing you!

Unique event in Switzerland

cinfo organises the Forum, the only career event for international cooperation in Switzerland. It is geared to the needs of a wide range of actors and represents the commitment and dynamism of an entire professional field.

I was at a crossroads in my career, and someone suggested I should explore opportunities with the UN. But I had no clue how or where to apply.

I learned about the forum. There I had the opportunity to submit my CV for feedback. I spoke to a UNFPA HR professional. The discussion was fruitful, and he guided me on the way forward. This was my entry point to the UN.
Jacqueline Bernhard
Jacqueline
 
Bernhard
Midwife Specialist
UNFPA South Sudan
I now understand better which organisations to engage with and which are not applicable.

A great saving of time and effort!
Woman
Participant
 
in the last forum
Career changer
It was at a cinfo forum that I made first contacts with several organisations. I had just completed my PhD and wanted to explore new opportunities in the humanitarian and impact sector.

A few months later, I was contacted by the World Food Programme for a consultancy at their HQ in Rome – my first job and invaluable hands-on experience in the UN system.
Samuel Sieber
Samuel
 
Sieber
Knowledge Translation and Communication Specialist
World Health Organization

Forum cinfo at a glance

Career fair

  • Information booths from employers and educational institutions
  • Consultation corner with a range of services for participants and organisations

You benefit from a huge range of information and advice services, which you can freely choose from according to your interests.

Conference

  • Input presentations
  • Large group workshops
  • Panel discussions
  • Short presentations by participating organisations

Learn what’s happening in the sector and get updated on current trends through presentations and discussions.

Networking

  • Network with representatives from organisations throughout the fair
  • Speedmeetings / 1 to 1 meetings
  • Informal networking: bar, lounge, after work

Make valuable connections for the future and review the day’s events with other participants in an informal atmosphere.

Forum cinfo 2022

The first hybrid Forum cinfo

11 November 2022, Wankdorf Center, Bern and online

Forum cinfo 2021

The first virtual Forum cinfo

11-12 November 2021, Hopin

Forum cinfo 2018

The Art of International Cooperation

16 November 2018, Stade de Suisse, Berne

Forum cinfo 2016

A Journey in International Cooperation

28 October 2016, Stade de Suisse, Berne