foraus – The Swiss Think Tank on Foreign Policy

The Think Tank foraus advocates a constructive foreign policy and an informative dialogue: independent, scientific, relevant. We curate a large network of volunteers and experts.

Through our platform, we offer young talents voluntary access to the discourse, where they can contribute with their ideas to foreign policy – outside the traditional framework of political parties. foraus publishes scientifically-based policy recommendations in the form of discussion papers, policy briefs and blog posts, as well as organizes high-level debates with the aim of creating innovative solutions for foreign policy.

Focusing on the following sustainable development goals (SDGs)

No Poverty
Zero Hunger
Good Health and Well-being
Quality Education
Gender Equality
Clean Water and Sanitation
Affordable and Clean Energy
Decent Work and Economic Growth
Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Reduced Inequalities
Sustainable Cities and Communities
Responsible Consumption and Production
Climate Action
Life Below Water
Life on Land
Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Partnerships to achieve the Goals

How we work

The success of the think tank is based on a unique grassroots model with more than 120 volunteers who are committed to foraus and have a common goal: to constructively shape Swiss foreign policy. The volunteer network is divided into 12 thematic groups and 9 regional groups, which work on content and organize events on foreign policy challenges. The work of our volunteers is supported by two offices in Zurich and Geneva.

... and why

We are committed to a Swiss foreign policy which strives towards constructive, coherent and progressive solutions in the interplay between efficient lobbying and the commitment to a more humane world. foraus promotes efforts of Swiss foreign policy to approach global challenges together with international partners and improve Switzerland’s position within international decision-making bodies. We take a long-term perspective and want to close the gap between science, civil society and politics.

Career opportunities

Seeking candidates mainly in

Sistema bancario e finanziario
Economia
Gestione delle risorse umane
Tecnologia dell'informazione e della coomunicazione
Mass media e comunicazione
Nessun focus particolare (small team)
Sviluppo del settore privato

Opportunities offered

Internships for students yes
Traineeships/Talent programs for graduates no
Positions/programs for young professionals yes
Staff positions for professionals yes
Senior or management positions no
Consultancy opportunities yes

Note:

We are currently looking for: 

Paid: 

  • Eine:n Praktikant:in im Bereich Kommunikation (m/w/d) (80%) | Un·e stagiaire en gestion de projet & communication (80%)

Unpaid: 

  • Co-responsables de programme migration | Co-Programmleitende Migration

  • Co-responsables de programme genre | Co-Programmleitung Gender

  • Co-responsables de programme diplomatie et acteurs internationaux | Co-Programmleitung Diplomatie & internationale Akteure

  • Eine Verstärkung (m/w/d) im foraus Blog-Team (10%)

  • Deux à trois coordinateur·rice·s régionaux·ales à Neuchâtel

  • Deux à trois coordinateur·rice·s régionaux·ales à Fribourg

Find out more 👇 

https://www.foraus.ch/en/offene-stellen/

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Type of organisation

ONG

Field(s) of activity

Promovimento della pace e sicurezza umana

Headquarters

Zurich, Switzerland

Region(s) of operation

Europa occidentale e centrale

Number of employees

In Switzerland:
Meno di 20

Outside Switzerland:
Zero

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