International Affairs Division

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.

Barbara Schedler Fischer
Head of International Affairs Division, Vice Director, Ambassador, Member of Senior Management (since 2024)

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  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

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