VACANCY NOTICE: DIRECTOR DCAF
The Geneva Centre for the Democratic Control of Armed Forces (DCAF) is recruiting a new Director. DCAF is a non-profit foundation, with some 150 employees. The Centre’s work to support effective, efficient security sectors which are accountable to the political authorities and the citizens is underpinned by the acknowledgement that security, development and the rule of law are essential preconditions for sustainable peace.
TASK
The Director is responsible for the strategic, operational, and administrative management of the DCAF under the guidance of its Foundation Council.
The Director is responsible for the strategic, operational, and administrative management of the DCAF under the guidance of its Foundation Council.
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Relevant longstanding management experience in security issues related to international development cooperation is essential. The candidate has proven experiences on strategic and policy level and in the implementation of operational programs in order to position the DCAF in the broader domains of conflict, security and development in addition to be able to communicate and cooperate with a variety of organisations, including national authorities, UN agencies, NGOs, research institutions, and the private sector. Due to intense cooperation with Swiss Governmental institutions, a solid link to and understanding of Switzerland, its political system and its institutions, completed by a network in the relevant field are required. Strong leadership and management skills, a sound political sense, networking and fundraising capabilities complete the profile of this important position. Fluency in English and French required, other Swiss official languages and any additional language are a plus.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Please send your application (detailed CV and motivation letter), in English only, by e-mail to:
Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs FDFA
Directorate of Political Affairs
Dr Rahul SAHGAL
rahul.sahgal@eda.admin.ch
For further information on the tasks and responsibilities of the DCAF Director, please contact the President a.i. of the DCAF Council of Foundation, a. Ambassador Véronique BUJON-BARRÉ: v.bujon-barre@dcaf.ch
Relevant longstanding management experience in security issues related to international development cooperation is essential. The candidate has proven experiences on strategic and policy level and in the implementation of operational programs in order to position the DCAF in the broader domains of conflict, security and development in addition to be able to communicate and cooperate with a variety of organisations, including national authorities, UN agencies, NGOs, research institutions, and the private sector. Due to intense cooperation with Swiss Governmental institutions, a solid link to and understanding of Switzerland, its political system and its institutions, completed by a network in the relevant field are required. Strong leadership and management skills, a sound political sense, networking and fundraising capabilities complete the profile of this important position. Fluency in English and French required, other Swiss official languages and any additional language are a plus.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Please send your application (detailed CV and motivation letter), in English only, by e-mail to:
Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs FDFA
Directorate of Political Affairs
Dr Rahul SAHGAL
rahul.sahgal@eda.admin.ch
For further information on the tasks and responsibilities of the DCAF Director, please contact the President a.i. of the DCAF Council of Foundation, a. Ambassador Véronique BUJON-BARRÉ: v.bujon-barre@dcaf.ch
Closing date for applications: 05.08.2015
A selection search committee will assess the candidacies and develop a proposal for the DCAF Foundation Council that will appoint the Director from 1stof July, 2016 for an initial four year term. The term can be renewed once for an additional four years.
A selection search committee will assess the candidacies and develop a proposal for the DCAF Foundation Council that will appoint the Director from 1stof July, 2016 for an initial four year term. The term can be renewed once for an additional four years.
