The Centre for Cybersecurity (C4C) established by the World Economic Forum is actively hiring young professionals in the cybersecurity roles. The center emphasizes the critical importance of cybersecurity as a strategic priority and endeavors to drive global public-private action in addressing systemic cybersecurity challenges. Currently collaborating with over 150 organizations from both public and private sectors, the C4C plays a crucial role in securing our digital future.

Role and Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be responsible for:

• Managing the weekly team meeting and ensuring there is a compelling agenda and capture of takeaways. Follow up with team members to ensure identified next steps are actioned
• Updating and maintaining internal documents and processes (Box Folder, C4C events calendar, organizational chart etc.)
• Providing ad-hoc support for Project teams including on initiatives and virtual meetings
• End-to-end coordination of operational and logistical elements pertaining to the Annual Meeting on Cybersecurity including coordination with various internal teams such as hospitality, registration, events and security teams etc.
• Creation of Salesforce Marketing Cloud email invitation, and other SFMC communications such as the C4C Newsletter

Preferred Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a field related to Technology or International Relations.
• Previous professional experience, such as an internship in a relevant business or not-for-profit organization, including consulting or academia.
• Prior responsibilities related to project management/coordination or event management.

Desired Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively work with a diverse community.
• Proficiency in analyzing data and news sources, demonstrating an ability to develop high-quality reports.
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English.

Application Guidance

The application is suited for recent graduates, preferably at the master’s level, with up to 2 years of cumulative professional experience.

Application deadline: February 16, 2024.

Applicants are required to submit an updated resume and a cover letter indicating the desired role and reasons for consideration.

Conditions and Benefits of the Early Careers Program

• Full-time onsite employment for 6 months at the World Economic Forum Geneva office.
• Start dates between April 1 and April 30, 2024.
• Monthly gross compensation of CHF 4,400 (CHF 4,050 salary plus CHF 350 health benefits).
• Provision of necessary technological equipment (laptop and mobile phone) and accesses.
• Immigration and minimal relocation support.

For More Information and to Apply:

Visit the World Economic Forum Early Career Program: Centre for Cybersecurity.