We are happy to invite you to ’Crossing sectors: rethinking career paths between International Cooperation, Philanthropy, and the Private Sector’ event, organized in partnership with cinfo.
Shifting funding landscapes are reshaping careers across international cooperation. With ongoing budget cuts affecting roles in the UN, NGOs and development organizations, many professionals are asking what comes next - and how their skills, experience and networks can translate across sectors.
A dedicated space for women and allies
This event offers a dedicated space for women and allies to explore career opportunities across international cooperation, philanthropy and the private sector. The discussion will focus on how professional goals can be pursued beyond linear career paths, and how periods of change can become opportunities to rethink positioning, identify transferable skills and build new connections.
The session will combine practical guidance with real-life testimonials from professionals who have built careers across sectors. Together, we will explore possible pathways, common challenges and the skills, networks and mindsets that can support successful transitions.
Speakers
- Nathalie Chuard, Director of DCAF – Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance
- Nicole Acquarone, Head of HR Advisory Top Management and Detachments at the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs
- Cristina Davies, Director of Development at the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
- Charlotte Deveaux-Jallerat, Recruitment Expert specialising in Marketing, Communication, Digital and Sales roles at Michael Page
- Rodica Zerguine, Leadership Profiler & Career Strategist at ARYS Executive Partners
The discussion will be moderated by Hulya Kurt, Vocation Architect specialising in career guidance, tailored capacity building, leadership and business development.
Whether you are directly affected by these changes or simply thinking ahead, this is a space for women and allies to reflect, learn, and connect.
We look forward to seeing you there!
OWIT Lake Geneva Team
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