Associate Specialist - Strategy and Partnerships

• Associate Specialist - Strategy & Partnerships
  
  • International Organization

About Our Client

Our client is a international organization based in Geneva.

As part of a temporary reinforcement of its Market Shaping, Partnerships & Innovation activities, the organization is seeking an Associate Specialist, Strategy & Partnerships to support the delivery of strategic initiatives and partnerships.

Job Description

Reporting to the Manager, Market Shaping & Partnerships, the Associate Specialist will support the development, implementation and monitoring of strategic interventions, working closely with internal teams and a broad range of external partners.

This role combines partnership strategy, strategic coordination and project management, within a complex and highly exposed international environment.Partnership Strategy & Management

• Support the mapping of key external partners relevant to market shaping initiatives
• Contribute to the development and implementation of partnership strategies, engagement plans and joint workplans
• Monitor progress against agreed partnership objectives and report on results
• Proactively identify risks, bottlenecks and mitigation actions in coordination with the Manager

Strategic Coordination & Communications

• Coordinate and contribute to briefing notes, presentations and talking points for senior leadership and external partners
• Support annual workplan development and strategic priority-setting processes
• Coordinate meetings, workshops and partner engagements, working with internal and external stakeholders

Strategic Initiative Project Management

• Lead day-to-day project management for a major strategic initiative, including workplans, timelines and deliverables
• Coordinate internal and external reporting, producing high-quality analyses, narratives and visuals
• Identify and escalate implementation risks and contribute to mitigation strategies

The Successful Applicant

• Master's degree in business administration, strategy, global health, international relations or a related field
• Proven experience in strategy, partnerships, project management or consulting roles
• Exposure to international organizations, global health institutions or multilateral environments
• Strong experience in stakeholder management and cross-functional coordination
• Excellent analytical, writing and presentation skills, with experience preparing materials for senior audiences
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex, fast-paced environment

Background in management consulting or advisory roles is a strong asset.

Languages

• Fluent English required
• French is an asset; additional languages are a plus

What's on Offer

• Contract type: Temporary contract
• Location: Geneva, Switzerland
• Duration: May 2026 - December 2026

Quote job ref

JN-052026-7008941

Job Function

Consultancy, Strategy & Change

Specialisation

Consulting

Industry

Public Sector

Location

Geneva

Contract Type

Interim

Job Reference

JN-052026-7008941