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Event Assistants and Volunteers at the Geneva Peace Forum 2026
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Publish Date 9/3/2026 Application Deadline 9/16/2026 Opportunity Type Jobs Publisher Foras Khadra Available Countries All World, The Arab World, Palestine, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Oman, Yemen, Egypt, Sudan, Libya, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Mauritania, Djibouti, Somalia, Comoros Description

The Geneva Peace Forum is an annual gathering that brings together local and international actors from different sectors to exchange experiences and solutions related to peacebuilding. It is hosted by the Geneva Peacebuilding Platform and focuses on cross-sector collaboration and highlighting diverse voices in the field of peacebuilding. The 13th edition of the Forum will take place under the theme "Choose Peace" from 12 to 15 October 2026 at the International Conference Centre of Geneva (CICG), Switzerland.

The Forum is looking for volunteers to help ensure the smooth running of its activities. Volunteers will work on-site to support the organization of sessions, welcome guests and participants, assist attendees, and prepare and arrange meeting rooms. They will also assist during question-and-answer sessions by passing microphones, distributing information related to simultaneous interpretation, and helping maintain an organized and quiet environment during the sessions.
Details
  • Location: International Conference Centre of Geneva (CICG), Switzerland.
  • Duration: Four days, from 12 to 15 October 2026.
  • Available positions: Event Assistants and Volunteers.
  • Event Assistants: Paid positions, but applicants must be residents of Switzerland and hold a valid Swiss work permit.
  • Volunteers: Unpaid positions, and the announcement does not specify any nationality restriction.
  • Fees: No application fees are specified.
  • Funding: The page does not specify a salary or financial allowance, nor does it mention coverage of travel or accommodation.
  • Nature of the work: On-site work at the Forum venue; the opportunity is not remote.
Eligibility Criteria
  • Full availability for all four days from 12 to 15 October 2026.
  • Applicants should be proactive and able to assist the organizing team.
  • Fluency in English.
  • French is not mandatory but is considered an advantage.
  • Punctuality and reliability are essential requirements.
  • The volunteer announcement does not specify a minimum or maximum age.
  • No specific university degree is required.
  • No previous professional experience in event organization is required.
  • No previous experience in peacebuilding is required.
Opportunity Benefits
  • Participation in the Geneva Peace Forum 2026, an international event focused on peacebuilding.
  • Practical experience in organizing and managing an international event.
  • The opportunity to interact with participants and guests from diverse backgrounds and sectors.
  • Development of communication, participant-support, and teamwork skills.
  • Experience in session and conference organization.
  • Expansion of professional and international networks.
  • A certificate of participation after volunteering.
  • A symbolic appreciation gift from the organizers.
  • Meals provided during the volunteering period.
  • Access to the mandatory training before the Forum.