Mediation Support Program Officer in the 'Mediation Support Project' — ETH Zürich
- Location
- Zurich
- Contract
- fixed-term
- Posted
- Today
Role overview
Mediation Support Program Officer in the 'Mediation Support Project
80%-100%, Zurich, fixed-term
The Center for Security Studies (CSS) at ETH Zurich is a center of competence for Swiss and international security policy and peace promotion.
- Mediation Support Program Officer in the 'Mediation Support Project
- 80%-100%, Zurich, fixed-term
- The position will involve the following responsibilities:
- Knowledge management and applied research related to mediation in peace processes
Main responsibilities
- The position will involve the following responsibilities:
- Knowledge management and applied research related to mediation in peace processes
- Design and delivery of negotiation and mediation trainings and other capacity building activities
- Support the operation of mediation networks Conflict analysis
- Support dialogue, negotiation and mediation activities Work in conflict contexts
- Training of future mediators and peace practitioners
- Training for parties in conflict contexts (e.g. www.peacemediation.ch , www.mas-mediation.ethz.ch ) Coordination of MSP activities
Application process
- We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:
- Letter of interest explaining the skills and motivation you would bring to the post
- One to two single-authored writing samples (e.g. an academic article, policy brief, or thesis chapter – can be draft form)
- Please list at least two references to be approached (in case you are invited to an interview).
- Please add copy of your Master’s Degree and any job references
- Application deadline is 31 October 2026 .
- Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal.
- Further information about us can be found on our website .
Contacts
- Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.
- Questions regarding the position should be directed to Sabina Stein, [email protected] (no applications).
- We would like to point out that the pre-selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters and not by artificial intelligence. About ETH Zürich
- ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in
- science and technology.
- We are renowned for our excellent education,
- cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge
- into society.
- Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our
- university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an
Company and context
- of MSP activities
- Management tasks related to the MSP program Profile
- Relevant MA degree in Social Sciences or Humanities (e.g. peace and conflict studies, political science, sociology, anthropology, environment)
- A minimum of three years’ work experience related to mediation/mediation support, project management or (applied) research in the peace and conflict field
- Experience working and living in a conflict-affected context, as well as concrete mediation process support work
- Experience writing, publishing, and editing applied research
- Work experience in international organizations, NGOs or think tanks related to the topic of mediation and mediation support
- Strong analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills
- Curious, cooperative and independent personality Proactive approach to tasks
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Additional details
- It offers expertise in research, teaching, and consultancy. Project background
- MSP seeks to strengthen Swiss and international mediation efforts.
- Support the operation of mediation networks
- Support dialogue, negotiation and mediation activities Work in conflict contexts
- Training for parties in conflict contexts (e.g. www.peacemediation.ch , www.mas-mediation.ethz.ch ) Coordination of MSP activities Organization of MSP activities
- Management tasks related to the MSP program
- Curious, cooperative and independent personality Proactive approach to tasks
- At least one Swiss national language is a significant plus Other language skills are beneficial
- Further training and the ability to conduct applied research, publish the results in different formats and provide your own process support related to peace mediation are part of the career development and are central elements of our personnel policy. We value diversity and sustainability
- We would like to point out that the pre-selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters and not by artificial intelligence.
Notes and original content
- It offers expertise in research, teaching, and consultancy.
- Project background
- Job description
- Conflict analysis
- Support dialogue, negotiation and mediation activities
- Work in conflict contexts
- Training for parties in conflict contexts (e.g. www.peacemediation.ch , www.mas-mediation.ethz.ch )
- Coordination of MSP activities
- Organization of MSP activities
- Curious, cooperative and independent personality
Questions about this listing
What salary does ETH Zürich offer for this role?
ETH Zürich lists CHF 73'500 - 111'500 gross per year for this position in Zurich. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does ETH Zürich offer?
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