Mediation Support Program Officer in the 'Mediation Support Project' 80%-100%, Zurich, fixed-term 01.10.2026 | Center for Security Studies (CSS)

This position is for a Program Officer in the Mediation Support Project at ETH Zurich, focused on strengthening Swiss and international mediation efforts. Key responsibilities include knowledge management and applied research on mediation, designing and delivering training, conflict analysis, and supporting mediation activities, often in conflict contexts. A relevant MA degree, at least three years of experience in mediation support or related fields, and experience in conflict-affected contexts are required.

• The successful candidate will join the Mediation and Peace Team, supporting and leading the implementation of MSP activities. The position will involve the following responsibilities:
• Knowledge management and applied research related to mediation in peace processes
• Design and delivery of negotiation and mediation trainings and other capacity building activities
• Support the operation of mediation networks
• Management tasks related to the MSP program
• Further training and the ability to conduct applied research, publish the results in different formats and provide your own process support related to peace mediation are part of the career development and are central elements of our personnel policy.

• Relevant MA degree in Social Sciences or Humanities (e.g. peace and conflict studies, political science, sociology, anthropology, environment)
• A minimum of three years’ work experience related to mediation/mediation support, project management or (applied) research in the peace and conflict field
• Excellent proficiency in English is required

• We offer the opportunity to apply and develop mediation support and research skills, within the environment of a university-based think tank working on security and peace issues.
• We offer a workplace in the center of Zurich with attractive working conditions.