International Project Manager

Job advertisement

The Institute of Federalism (IFF) is a nationally and internationally recognised centre of excellence for multilevel governance, democracy, the rule of law, and human rights. Its International Research and Consulting Centre (IRCC) aims at contributing to the peaceful coexistence of peoples, the respect and promotion of human rights, democracy, good governance and development by doing research and by providing teaching, capacity building and consultancy.

The IRCC is currently recruiting:

Two International Project Managers (80-100%)

to start in September/October 2026 for four years (with the possibility of extension depending on funding availability). The position is based in Freiburg/Fribourg, Switzerland. Remote work options are available.

The main duties include:

• Lead international consultancy projects individually or as part of a team.

• Lead training and capacity building activities independently or as part of a team.

• Manage and coordinate inhouse and international activities, including budget planning and reporting.

• Support and further develop outreach and communication activities.

• Help consolidate and expand the IRCC network across the globe.

• Support the IRCC research agenda in the areas of federalism, decentralization, local government, human and minority rights, democratization, and constitution building, particularly (but not exclusively) with a focus on the Global South.