Helvetas

Highly Engaged Employees

Helvetas is an independent Swiss development organization established in 1955. Operating within the charitable organizations and foundations sector, the entity focuses on building capacity for disadvantaged populations across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe. The organization delivers critical development projects and emergency response services following natural disasters, aiming to foster long-term social and economic stability for vulnerable communities.

With a workforce of 1,000-5,000 employees, Helvetas maintains a significant operational footprint across 7 global locations. Its technical activities are diverse, spanning water management, food security, climate resilience, and education. The organization also prioritizes vocational skills development, governance, and gender equity, while promoting inclusive market systems to support private sector growth. By providing teacher training and constructing essential rural infrastructure, such as bridges and roads, Helvetas addresses systemic barriers to development.

The organization’s service portfolio includes specialized emergency response and international cooperation initiatives. These efforts are designed to empower local governments and communities through sustainable, scalable solutions. Meet Helvetas's team to learn about the leadership and experts driving these global initiatives. By integrating technical expertise with local knowledge, Helvetas continues to influence international development standards and improve the quality of life for millions of people worldwide. The organization remains committed to its core mission of social equity and sustainable development through collaborative, evidence-based interventions.