The Embassy of Switzerland in Khartoum is looking for an experienced National Programme Officer
(NPO). This is a new position within the embassy. The NPO will work closely with the Senior Peace and
Political Affairs Advisor on all aspects of Sudan's transition.

Responsibilities
The NPO actively contributes within the embassy team to the effective implementation of Switzerland's
Cooperation Programme in Sudan, with a main focus on the peace and human rights pillar. Key tasks
include:
Context analysis, coordination and representation: Ongoing analysis of the situation for the Swiss
Embassy in Sudan; Support the Peace Advisor in establishing and maintaining a network of contacts
with Sudanese authorities, institutions, civil society organisations and individuals; support or represent
the Peace Advisor in meetings and working groups when requested.
Programme development: Develop, support and monitor projects in accordance with established
management processes; Identify opportunities, evaluate project proposals, elaborate concepts and
suggestions for areas of support in Sudan in line with the result framework. Conduct monitoring visits,
provide inputs on the ground and feedback on results.
Support to the embassy management in Khartoum: Provide inputs for internal meetings and
written contributions to annual reports and other reports related to peace building and human rights as
requested by

Qualifications
Essential
 Master’s Degree or equivalent university degree in a relevant field (e.g. political science, conflict
studies);
 15 years of relevant working experience with an embassy, multilateral or regional organisation, think
tank or NGO;
 Thorough understanding of the political, social, economic and humanitarian situation in Sudan;
 A comprehensive network of relevant stakeholders in Sudan (and possibly in the region);
 Tact, integrity, entrepreneurship and ability to work efficiently in a multi-cultural environment, under
pressure and sometimes in arduous circumstances. Willingness and flexibility to undertake field
trips;
 Proven ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision; team player;
 Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic is essential;
 Strong writing and communication skills;
Desirable
 Applied knowledge in conflict analysis, negotiation/mediation, conflict sensitivity is an asset;
 Project cycle management;

Date limite de candidature: 06/12/2022