The International Affairs Division manages the FOPH’s international work. It represents Switzerland’s interests at international organisations, in particular the World Health Organization (WHO), working closely with our directorates.
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Barbara Schedler Fischer
Head of International Affairs Division, Vice Director, Ambassador, Member of the Senior management (from 1 August 2024)
Education
lic. phil. in English, History and Journalism (University of Zurich)
Professional career
2021–2024: Deputy Head of Mission at the Swiss Embassy in Vienna | 2016–2021: Chief of Staff and subsequently Deputy Head of Peace & Human Rights Division, FDFA | 2012–2016: Deputy Head of Mission at the Swiss Embassy in Ottawa | 2008–2012: Head of HR, Safeguarding of Interests, Directorate for Resources, FDFA | From 2002: FDFA diplomat, serving in Beirut, Vienna and at the SDC
Last modification 27.05.2024
Contact
Federal Office of Public Health FOPH
International Affairs Division
Schwarzenburgstrasse 157
3003
Bern
Switzerland
Tel.
+41 58 464 55 65