Journalist "commodities" (investigations and reporting) at 80%

Public Eye takes a critical look at the impact of Switzerland and its companies on economically disadvantaged countries. Through investigative work, advocacy, and campaigning, we denounce injustices that originate in Switzerland and demand respect for human rights everywhere in the world. Supported by its 29,000 members, Public Eye acts here for a fairer world. Public Eye employs approximately 40 female and male collaborators at its sites in Zurich and Lausanne. To strengthen its Investigations & Advocacy team, Public Eye is looking, starting from 1 January 2027 or by arrangement: Journalist "commodities" (investigations and reporting) at 80% Do you want to put your pen at the service of an NGO that believes we can contribute to changing the world by shedding light on hidden facts of public interest? Then this position might be made for you! In this exciting role, you carry out investigations and reports in lower-income countries, focusing primarily on human rights violations and economic crime in the commodities sector. You write for the Public Eye magazine and website, and present the results of your research in the media and at events intended for a wide audience. You also contribute to political projects, campaigns, as well as to the strengthening of investigative work within the NGO. Your profile: • University degree or from a specialized university of applied sciences, or equivalent practical experience • Several years of professional experience as a journalist, with a strong emphasis on reporting and investigative work; • Proven expertise in at least one of the following areas: the commodities sector; human rights and ecology; economic crime (in particular corruption); • Great motivation for fieldwork, including in sensitive areas; • Very good writing skills, as well as the ability to analyze and synthesize complex research results; • French native speaker, with very good knowledge of German and English - Spanish and Portuguese, a strong asset; • Autonomy, sense of initiative and flexibility (annualized working hours); • Taste for teamwork and project management; • Identification with the goals and values of Public Eye. We offer you: A varied and demanding job within a multidisciplinary team engaged in a dynamic non-governmental organization. A salary in line with NGO practices (between CHF 88,100 and 97,800 depending on the level of experience for an 80% rate), 5 weeks of vacation and good social benefits. A primary workplace in Lausanne, with a regular presence at the Zurich office. Please submit your application dossier (with a cover letter) by 11 September 2026 to work@publiceye.ch, with the subject "Journalist commodities". The first interviews will take place on 08.10.2026 in Lausanne and the second on 20.10.2026. For any additional information, please contact Silvie Lang, co-head of the Investigation & Advocacy team: silvie.lang@publiceye.ch. Lausanne Festanstellung 3-5 Jahre Master- / Diplom Doktorat / PhD CHF70,000 - 90,000 CHF Published on 17.08.2026