IFSW Europe Regional Commissioner to the United Nations
The IFSW Global Commission to the UN and IFSW Europe are reopening the call for the main Regional Commissioner to the UN focused on the work in the Geneva office.
(Previously submitted applications will be processed after this new call and don‘t need to be resubmitted)
This role is part of the IFSW global UN Commission and has a special responsibility to liaise with the IFSW European region. This position is voluntary (unremunerated) with expenses payable. The Regional Commissioner will be invited to liaise with other IFSW European committees and structures.
The overarching objective of IFSW representations to the UN is to represent a social work perspective to the UN and the UN Agencies and to work towards joint action based on social work principles.
Representatives are requested to focus on one or two themes (e.g. social protection and health) that are relevant for global social work and coordinated within the Commission. Ability to travel easily to Geneva is preferable, but the Regional Commissioner can be based in any part of Europe.
We encourage applications from individuals who have interest and/or experience in policy and advocacy and a strong understanding of international Social Work. For more information please read the role description on our website and IFSW commissioner terms of reference here
To apply:
- Read the background documents and role descriptions here IFSW UN Commission.
- All applicants must provide evidence that they are nominated by their national association in Europe (which must be in good standing with IFSW Global) in the form of a letter or statement from their Board or other leadership body.
- Send a supporting statement explaining your motivation and how you meet the role description, and your CV to by 5pm CET on 7 August 2025.