Working at Caritas Switzerland (CACH)

Organizational Mission: Caritas Switzerland is an independent aid agency dedicated to preventing, alleviating, and combating poverty both within Switzerland and across more than 30 countries globally. Headquartered in Lucerne, the organization operates as a key member of the international Caritas network, which spans 165 organizations in over 200 countries.

Core Operating Pillars

1. Domestic Engagement (Switzerland)

• Working alongside regional networks to support individuals impacted by poverty in Switzerland, including low-income families, single parents, the unemployed, and the working poor.

• Coordinating volunteer placements and managing specialized integration and care programs for asylum seekers and refugees.

2. International Humanitarian Aid

• Deploying immediate emergency relief operations in response to sudden-onset natural disasters and conflict zones.

• Managing long-term community reconstruction and infrastructure rehabilitation projects following crises.

3. Global Development Cooperation

• Engineering and implementing sustainable projects focused on:

  • Food Security: Enhancing agricultural yields and local food systems.

  • Water & Sanitation: Improving access to clean water and hygiene infrastructure.

  • Climate Change & Disaster Prevention: Building resilient systems to mitigate environmental and weather-related risks.

  • Education: Facilitating accessible educational frameworks for both children and adults.

The Global Network: By collaborating with Caritas Switzerland, employees and consultants join a multi-layered, internationally respected humanitarian structure that combines hyper-local community knowledge with massive global logistics capabilities.