Geneva hosts the United Nations Office at Geneva and many international organizations, including WHO, ILO, UNHCR and the International Committee of the Red Cross. This page lists UN jobs in Geneva, NGO jobs, and jobs in banking, trading and international companies.
Many international organizations in Geneva work in English and French. UN professional staff in Geneva receive one of the highest post adjustments in the UN system. Check our UN salary calculator for the current figure.
UN jobs Geneva offices post, NGO jobs Geneva organisations advertise and other international organization jobs Geneva hosts are listed here. English speaking jobs Geneva employers offer are common in these organisations. Geneva internships are listed on the internships page. Jobs in Geneva for foreigners from outside the EU are limited by Swiss quotas, except at international organisations.
UN jobs Geneva include posts at the UN Office at Geneva, WHO, ILO, UNHCR and other agencies based in the city.
International Geneva
Geneva hosts the United Nations Office at Geneva, WHO, ILO, UNHCR, the World Trade Organization, the International Committee of the Red Cross and many other international organizations and NGOs.
Permanent missions of member states and many think tanks also hire staff in the city.
Private sector jobs in Geneva
Private banking, wealth management, commodity trading, luxury goods and watchmaking are important private sector employers.
Many multinational companies also run regional or European offices in the Geneva area.
Living near Geneva
Many people who work in Geneva live in nearby France and cross the border each day with a cross border commuter permit.
Rent in Geneva is high, so compare salaries with housing costs on both sides of the border.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Which UN agencies are in Geneva?
The UN Office at Geneva, WHO, ILO, UNHCR, OHCHR and many others, plus the ICRC.
Are there English speaking jobs in Geneva?
Yes, especially at international organizations and global companies.
How much do UN staff earn in Geneva?
It depends on grade and step. Use our UN salary calculator for the official figures.
What is a G permit?
A G permit is the Swiss cross border commuter permit for people who live in a neighbouring country and work in Switzerland.
Are there internships at international organizations in Geneva?
Yes. Many UN agencies and international organizations in Geneva offer internships, usually for current students or recent graduates.
Which private sector jobs are common in Geneva?
Banking, wealth management, commodity trading and luxury goods offer many private sector jobs.