Welcome Isabelle – our new Programme Manager from 1 November We are very excited to welcome Isabelle Gemperle as the new Programme Manager of the SEC. Isabelle has been with Swisscontact for many years, most recently serving as Deputy Programme Manager of the Development Programme, the centre piece of Swisscontact. Since the SEC is part […]
Category Archives: Charity
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Jul 2025
Jul 2025
To strengthen the next generation of skilled workers and bring fresh momentum to IMP’s production processes, Managing Director Valdrin Nikaj turned to SEC for support. The company, based in Gjakova, Kosovo, produces high-precision CNC components for a variety of industries – relying on modern technology, a dedicated team, and continuous improvement. Training and inspiring For […]
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May 2025
May 2025
Interview with Swisscontact CEO Philippe Schneuwly on the Future of International Development Cooperation
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Apr 2025
Apr 2025
The SEC Strategy 2028 has resulted in personnel changes at the SEC. Nicole Luis, who played a key role in coordinating numerous SEC assignments, particularly in Nepal and Benin, left Swisscontact at the end of February after more than 20 years. We would like to thank Nicole for her many years of work at SEC. […]
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Mar 2025
Mar 2025
We are pleased to present you the results achieved by the Senior Expert Contact (SEC) in 2024.
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Feb 2025
Feb 2025
Changes Ahead – A Glimpse into our Future The SEC Strategy 2028 is set to align seamlessly with Swisscontact’s overarching goals. This strategy focuses on leveraging SEC’s expertise to empower SMEs and partner organisations, thereby strengthening our collaboration with the private sector. By integrating SEC more closely into Swisscontact’s national strategies, we aim to bolster […]
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Feb 2025
Feb 2025
A two-week training course for milk processors took place in the dairy region of Cajamarca, Peru. This was initiated by the professional association CODELAC and organised in collaboration with the CEFOP Vocational School. The aim was to improve the quality of the dairy products produced, develop new types of cheese – with a longer shelf […]
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Jan 2025
Jan 2025
It is with great sadness, but also deep gratitude, that we say goodbye to Brigitte Mäntele, our SEC coordinator in Benin for many years. She passed away on 11 January 2025 after a short illness. Brigitte had been working as a coordinator for the SEC in Benin since 1 July 2011. Her journey to West […]
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Nov 2024
Nov 2024
In the southwest of Guatemala, Gold Label embarked on an ambitious journey to revolutionize their mango dehydration process. Faced with challenges such as short shelf life and undesirable colour changes, they sought to enhance their methods to produce top-quality dried mangoes that could meet international standards. In January, José Luis Rueda Calvet, Gold Label’s general […]
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Sep 2024
Sep 2024
At the end of September, the SEC coordinators and the team from Zurich came together in Rabat for a week-long seminar. The objectives were to introduce the new coordinators, present and deepen their knowledge of the SEC Strategy 2028, exchange ideas, learn from previous experiences, optimise processes and strengthen the SEC identity. The intensive seminar […]
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