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HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation
Zurich, CHImpact-drivenNGODevelopment CooperationSocial Impact
Impact3Sustainability Goals
Employees1,001 - 5,000
Founded1955
LocationZurich
About HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation
HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation is a Swiss development organization dedicated to fostering fair opportunities worldwide. It promotes access to clean water, education, and empowers citizens' voices to build inclusive and resilient systems. With head offices in Switzerland, Germany, and the USA, and projects in 34 partner countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe, the organization supports millions of people. Its work focuses on seven key areas, including Water, Food & Climate, and Skills, Jobs & Income, significantly contributing to SDGs 6, 4, and 10.
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Sustainability Goals
Clean Water & Sanitation
Access to Clean Water and Basic Sanitation
The organization promotes access to safe drinking water and sanitation facilities worldwide, for instance by integrating gender and social equity into water governance in Haiti.
Quality Education
Equal Opportunities Through Quality Education
Helvetas is committed to ensuring access to inclusive and equitable quality education, empowering individuals and opening up fairer opportunities for their future.
Reduced Inequalities
Empowering Marginalized Groups and Reducing Inequality
The organization promotes fair opportunities and strengthens the voices of marginalized groups, for instance through projects expanding access to economic opportunities in Mali.
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FAQs
Q1What is the core mission of HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation?
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HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation is a Swiss development organization committed to fostering fair opportunities worldwide. It promotes access to clean water, education, and empowers citizens' voices to build inclusive and resilient systems that benefit all, especially marginalized groups.
Q2Where does HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation operate globally?
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The organization maintains head offices in Switzerland, Germany, and the USA. It is active with projects in 34 partner countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe, including countries such as Benin, Nepal, Haiti, and Ukraine.
Q3Which thematic areas and SDGs does HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation focus on?
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Helvetas focuses on seven key areas, including Water, Food & Climate, and Skills, Jobs & Income. Its work primarily contributes to SDGs 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), 4 (Quality Education), and 10 (Reduced Inequalities).
Q4Where can interested individuals find current job openings at HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation?
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Current job openings and information on career opportunities at HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation are available directly on the organization's official careers page. This can be found at helvetas.org/de/schweiz/wer-wir-sind/jobs.
Q5How many employees does HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation have?
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HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation employs over 1,300 staff worldwide. This places the organization among the larger players in development cooperation, with a workforce ranging from 1,001 to 5,000 people.
