People are standing on a bridge, leaning on the wooden railing and laughing.
Women's Hope team.

Our vision is to empower women to lead healthy, self-determined lives. Together with our local partner organisations and their staff, we work towards this goal every day – with experience, dedication and passion.

Almost all members of our team work part-time, allowing them to strike a healthy balance between their professional commitments and their personal lives.

Our team

Portrait Judith Auer

Judith Auer

Fundraising & Communications Officer

Judith Auer

Full of energy at the stadium (Go YB!), a calming influence in the office: that’s Judith, our all-rounder. She manages our social media channels, whips up project reports in no time at all and steps in wherever help is needed.

Portrait Juste Bationon

Juste Bationon

Programme Coordinator, Chad

Juste Bationon

He keeps a cool head, even when things get heated: that’s Juste, our programme coordinator in Chad. With patience and a keen instinct for local dynamics, he drives our projects forward – and in his free time, he’s just as happy tinkering with small repairs as with big ideas.

Portrait Maxence Couche-Franquet

Maxence Couche-Franquet

Programme Officer, Chad

Maxence Couche-Franquet

Charming in his greeting (“Hello! Ça va?”), serious about the work: that’s Maxence, our programme officer for Chad and Ethiopia. On the job, he impresses with his French skills; off the clock, with his badminton swing.

Portrait Phoebe Denenodji

Phoebe Denenodji

Technical Intern, Chad

Phoebe Denenodji

With a passion for supporting mothers and an eye for innovative solutions: meet Phoebe, our technical intern in Chad. Drawing on her expertise in maternal and newborn health and digital solutions, she works to reach women even in places where healthcare professionals and internet access are scarce.

Portrait Menelic Djima

Menelic Djima

Head of Finance, Chad

Menelic Djima

At home, he enjoys reading books on personal development; at the office, his solution-oriented approach gets results: Menelic, our finance manager in Chad, not only keeps track of the numbers but also stands out as a great listener and dedicated team player.

Portrait Sandra Ege

Sandra Ege

Programme Manager, Ethiopia

Sandra Ege

With her children, she’s a creative explorer; at her desk, a structured go-getter: Sandra, our programme manager for Ethiopia. Analytical and extremely well-organised, she enriches our team with her big heart as much as her willingness to listen.

Rahel Erhardt

Rahel Erhardt

Programme Officer

Rahel Erhardt

Whether she’s developing thoughtful concepts or crafting her own ceramic creations, Rahel, our Programme Officer, brings together strategic thinking and creative talent. At the office, she turns ideas into clear concepts; in her free time, she shapes clay and flowers into beautiful creations.

Portrait Rahel Gebremariam

Rahel Gebremariam

Country Director, Ethiopia

Rahel Gebremariam

When she’s not reading a novel or catching up on international news, she champions sustainable, locally driven change. That’s Rahel, our country director in Ethiopia, who leads her team with strategic vision and empathy.

Portrait Charlotte Gisler

Charlotte Gisler

Programme Manager, Chad

Charlotte Gisler

At home between cultures, deeply devoted to women's empowerment: Charlotte, our programme manager for Chad. Twelve years of experience abroad shape her work – as does her unwavering commitment to combating gender-based violence. 

 

Portrait Noemi Grossen

Noemi Grossen

CEO & Programme Manager

Noemi Grossen

She keeps her dog on a short lead – but trusts her team implicitly: Noemi, our CEO. With professional expertise, strategic vision and interpersonal sensitivity, she keeps the organisation on track – and the team together.
 

Portrait Getachew Kebede

Getachew Kebede

Finance Officer, Ethiopia

Getachew Kebede

Fun-loving with his kids, no-nonsense with numbers: Getachew is our finance expert. With his warm heart, open ear and keen eye for results, we couldn’t imagine our office in Ethiopia without him.

Portrait Selina Leu

Selina Leu

Head of Communications & Public Fundraising

Selina Leu

Hair tousled by the wind, plans perfectly in order: that’s Selina, our communications expert. Whether at her keyboard, in conversation with private donors or out on her bike – she likes things to keep moving.

Portrait Rahel Mas

Rahel Mas

Head of Institutional Fundraising

Rahel Mas

Quick as her two cats, sharp as a bookworm: Rahel is in charge of institutional fundraising. With plenty of warmth and drive, she wins over people and institutions for our cause – laying the groundwork on which our projects can grow.

Fabienne Moosmann

Fabienne Moosmann

Maternity Cover Afghanistan & Bangladesh

Fabienne Moosmann

She loves numbers, whether in Sudoku puzzles or budgets. Fabienne coordinates our country programmes in Afghanistan and Bangladesh. With her calm, meticulous approach, she keeps track of even the most complex tasks and ensures everything runs smoothly – all while raising two children.

Portrait Marionna Schmid

Marionna Schmid

Head of Finance & Human Resources

Marionna Schmid

Whether in the kitchen or in accounting: Marionna loves finding the perfect recipe. With well-structured processes, she truly comes into her own. HR administration is especially close to her heart – because appreciation starts where people feel seen and well looked after. 

Portrait Muriel Weyermann

Muriel Weyermann

Head of International Programmes (on maternity leave)

Muriel Weyermann

A bundle of energy at the office, at home she is kept on her toes by her young son: Muriel heads up our international programmes. Thanks to her experience, her network and her clear vision, she keeps our projects on track.

Our board

Our Board provides strategic leadership for Women’s Hope International and guides our work with vision and responsibility. Board members serve on a voluntary basis and are elected by the General Assembly.

Portrait Manuela Bracale

Manuela Bracale

President
Business economist and paramedic, Wilen

Portrait Eva Fischer

Eva Fischer

HR specialist, Kloten

Portrait Matthias Lüscher

Matthias Lüscher

Head of Public Relations, Bern

Portrait Klaus Thieme

Klaus Thieme

Head of International Programmes, Solidar Suisse, Lucerne

Portrait Rebecca Zachariah

Rebecca Zachariah

Specialist in gynaecology, Seuzach

Portrait Christian Zysset

Christian Zysset

Finance and ICT consultant, Board member of Women Climate Entrepreneurs, Oberwil BL

People are standing under plane trees, laughing.
Board and members of the head office.
Stronger together

Through our collaboration with local organisations, we focus our efforts where the need is greatest.

Women are sitting in rows and listening. Many are laughing.
Women in the maternity waiting room for high-risk pregnancies at Attat Hospital in Ethiopia.
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