Overview of actors

Service Civil International - Switzerland
(
SCI Switzerland
)

Volunteering for peace all around the world! Make a large contribution to a charitable short- or long-term project in Switzerland or abroad.

SCI Switzerland is part of the international network Service Civil International (SCI). The international organization has been committed to peace, intercultural exchange and sustainability since 1920. SCI organizes volunteering projects around the world that contribute to peace in a broad sense: to social justice, sustainable development, equality, solidarity and non-violent conflict resolution. You can be part of our network as a volunteer, as a project partner or as a member.

Focusing on the following sustainable development goals (SDGs)

How we work

We commit to ensure that voluntary work can be undertaken by everyone and is recognized by society.
Non-violence:As a principle and method
Respect for everyone:as stated in the UN’s UDHR.
We commit to sustainable development through ecological projects
International solidarity for a fairer world and solidarity between people at all levels
We are open to everyone.
We work closely with local communities, charities and NGOs to strengthen the potential of an active, international civil society.

... and why

SCI Switzerland is committed to global peace through volunteering at national and international levels. Under the slogan “Volunteering for Peace” it enables volunteers from all over the world to work in charitable projects. Working together enables them to experience mutual respect and understanding – without prejudice. This way, volunteering becomes a symbol of a peaceful and cooperative world.

Career opportunities

Seeking candidates mainly in

No particular focus (few employees)

Opportunities offered

Internships for students yes

Traineeships/Talent programs for graduates yes

Positions/programs for young professionals yes

Staff positions for professionals yes

Senior or management positions no

Consultancy opportunities no

See current vacancies on cinfoPoste

Type of organisation

NGO

Field(s) of activity

Development Cooperation

Peace Promotion and Human Security

Headquarters

Bern, Switzerland

Region(s) of operation

Eastern Europe and Central Asia

Latin America and the Caribbean

Middle East and Northern Africa

North America

South/East Asia and Pacific

Sub-Saharan Africa

Switzerland

Western and Central Europe

Number of employees

In Switzerland:

Less than 20

Outside Switzerland:

None

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Service Civil International - Switzerland ( SCI Switzerland )