Recherche Portfolio Manager (Mental Health) or Programme Officer (Generalist)

Société: Cinfo

Localisation: Genève

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Mandaté par une société établie en Suisse Romande, nous sommes à la recherche d’un / une Portfolio Manager (Mental Health) or Programme Officer (Generalist)… Lire la suite

The If! Foundation (IF) is a Swiss, independent and not-for-profit foundation, based in Geneva. The Foundation’s work is driven by a spirit of empathy and solidarity for those in need and distress.IF has a global reach and provides multi-year grants to organizations working across 4 thematic domains: education, economic inclusion, health, and mental health. The Foundation is active in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East with approximately 70 active projects across the thematic domains.We are seeking a highly motivated individual with a long-term vision to manage and monitor portfolio partners and projects supported by the Foundation. This is one position (80%) that can be shaped as:– Portfolio Manager (PM) – for candidates with senior-level technical expertise and experience managing mental health programmes.
– Programme Officer (PO) – for candidates with a strong generalist background, managing projects across two or more of the IF thematic domains.
If the selected candidate has a high degree of seniority, technical knowledge and experience managing Mental Health programmes, the role will be offered at PM level. If the selected candidate has a broader, generalist profile, the role will be offered at PO level.Priority will be given to people with lived experience in the field of mental health and those showing dedication to supporting functional recovery.Note: IF is a sunset foundation. While the contract will be indefinite, the position will be reconsidered in 2030 as the Foundation enters its final sunset phase and will close in 2033.Key responsibilitiesFor both PM and PO:– Support IF portfolio partners in the management of their projects.
– Analyze and report on partner progress, achievements, and budget usage.
– Assess disbursement requests and conduct project assessments during site visits.
– Identify prospects that may be of interest to the Foundation in Mental Health and/or other domains.
– Conduct due diligence on prospects biannually, alongside ongoing project management.
– Assist in preparing Board documents and other internal/external meetings.
– Represent prospects at bi-annual board meetings; integrate and reflect Board feedback into projects.
– Research and report on thematic or geographic issues.
– Occasionally represent the Foundation externally (conferences, seminars, workshops, bilateral meetings, written communication).
– Prepare official communication for grantees and stakeholders.
– Contribute to the development and maintenance of strong governance practices during the Foundation’s sunset phase.
Additional PM-specific responsibilities:– Provide technical support to other PMs on mental health issues arising in their portfolios.
– Manage a majority of projects in the Mental Health sector in Europe, and an increasing number in Africa and MENA regions.
Additional PO-specific responsibilities:– Manage a variety of projects across all IF thematic domains (education, health, economic inclusion, and mental health).Firmenname: If! FoundationBranche: Community/Sozialer Dienst/Non-ProfitFunktion: AnderesStellenprozent: 80-100% / 100%Anstellungsart: Staff (Permanent and Fixed Term)Schul- / Studienniveau: MasterFor both PM and PO:– Fluent in French and English.
– Relevant Bachelor’s/Master’s degree or equivalent.
– 8+ years of experience in philanthropy, the non-profit sector in high- and low-income countries, and/or international development.
– Expertise in managing and assessing development programs in Europe, Africa, and/or MENA.
– Strong research, analytical, and writing skills.
– Strong monitoring and evaluation frameworks and financial analysis skills.
– Excellent communication, writing, and IT skills.
– Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small team.
– Highly organized, adaptable, and accountable.
– Proactive, creative problem-solver with the ability to work in an environment prone to change.
– Positive attitude and sense of humor.
Additional for PM:– 10+ years of experience leading or supporting mental health programs.
– Experience managing studies, research projects, and/or clinical trials (advantage).
Additional for PO:– 5+ years of experience covering two or more of the IF thematic domains.
Assets for both roles:– Lived experience in mental health and proven dedication to supporting functional recovery.Start date: As soon as possible, but no later than December 2025.Our offer: A versatile position within a dynamic team of committed professionals, with the opportunity to help shape an outcome-oriented portfolio in an international environment.
We offer attractive and flexible working conditions, including partial remote work.Application: Please submit your complete application (motivation letter and CV) by 24 August 2025 at the latest via the online application link at the bottom of the job advertisement. Please mention your work permit status, earliest start date, and salary expectations in your application.Eligibility: Candidates should be based in Geneva, Switzerland, and have or be able to easily obtain a Swiss work permit (citizens of EU/EFTA member states).The If! Foundation has commissioned cinfo, the Centre for Information, Counselling and Training for Professions relating to International Cooperation in Bern, to carry out the pre-selection process. Questions can be directed to recruitment@cinfo.ch.Selection process:– Pre‑screening calls: Short (approx. 30 minutes) video conversations will be held with selected candidates as the first step of the process. These calls are not formal interviews but an opportunity for both sides to clarify expectations, discuss your motivation and background, and provide more details about the position.
– First round interviews: September/October 2025 via Zoom.
– Written assessment and second-round interviews will follow. Lire la suite

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✅ Recherche Portfolio Manager (Mental Health) or Programme Officer (Generalist)
⚙️ Société: Cinfo
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