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Join Our Mission for Sustainable Food Systems

At Biovision, our vision is clear: we aim for a food system that is sustainable, healthy, and accessible to all. Our commitment extends across sub-Saharan Africa, Switzerland, and the international community, where we strive to ensure that everyone has access to enough nourishing food produced in environmentally and socially responsible ways.

We showcase that it is possible to cultivate healthy food without compromising natural resources through our collaborative efforts in agriculture, science, and policy. Our unwavering dedication to promoting climate-friendly agriculture enhances human health, soil fertility, animal welfare, and biodiversity.

Your Role in the Policy and Advocacy Team

We seek an engaging individual to enhance our Policy and Advocacy team. This is a pivotal role within a medium-sized, well-positioned NGO dedicated to creating a more coherent and agroecology-friendly policy landscape, while facilitating greater investments in agroecological enterprises.

Main Responsibilities

• Conduct desk research and analysis to support evidence-based advocacy, focusing on policy frameworks related to agroecology and investment trends.
• Develop and promote key advocacy products, including tools, case studies, and targeted communication materials.
• Engage in networking and sensitization activities among public and private stakeholders in agriculture and food systems.
• Assist in organizing national, regional, and international policy-related events, including conferences and high-level meetings.
• Support monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL), along with reporting and fundraising processes.
• Provide logistical support to the P&A programme, ensuring seamless coordination with various teams at Biovision.

Your Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience in sustainable agriculture, with a focus on policy or investment.
• A Master's Degree in agriculture, food systems, or a related field.
• Experience in organizing events and conducting communication strategies.
• A track record of managing projects in complex environments.
• Strong independent work ethic, pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset, with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel frequently, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Fluency in English (C1/C2), proficient in German (C1), and good knowledge of French (B2).
• Possession of a Swiss passport or residence permit (C/B).

Why Join Us?

This position offers an opportunity to be part of a dynamic team in an innovative NGO. We provide competitive wages, comprehensive social security benefits, and a central workplace in Zurich. Embrace the challenge and make a significant impact on sustainable food systems.