Contribution to implementation of SCTM Strategic Plan

01.01.2023 - 31.12.2026

This contribution will support the Standing Conference of Towns and Municipalities (SCTM) to implement its cross-sectoral strategic plan, promoting decentralization, good governance and local governance reforms and assisting the implementation of the Serbian Government’s Local Government Reform Programme. SCTM will improve capacities of local governments (LG) to act efficiently, accountably, in the best interest of citizens, and defend LG interests at the central level.

SME Hub - Connecting Private Service Providers, Public Agencies and SMEs

01.07.2022 - 30.09.2028

In order to grow and create more and better jobs and higher incomes for their workforce, Serbian manufacturing companies urgently need to raise productivity. The most productive ones are those that manage to access the supply chains of large, export-oriented corporations. By partnering with the private sector, Switzerland aims to bundle and connect the so-far fragmented services and subsidies of relevant private and public actors into an accessible offer tailor-made to the needs of SMEs- the SME Hub.

Civil society resilience strengthening

18.02.2022 - 17.02.2027

This project, in delegated cooperation with USAID, supports democratic development in Serbia by fostering an enabling environment for civil society and strengthening its resilience. It improves capacities of civil society to perform its monitoring and advocacy roles, to facilitate citizen’s engagement and to engage in constructive dialogue with the government. Ultimately, this leads towards a more resilient, inclusive and pluralistic society.

Municipal Development in Eastern Serbia

01.05.2021 - 30.04.2025

Culture for Democracy

15.07.2020 - 28.02.2025

The Project supports the independent cultural sector to contribute to improved social cohesion and tolerance at the local level. Cultural actors will be provided with resources to unleash their potential for triggering critical thinking and dialogue around topics of immediate relevance for their communities, as well as for creating networks that will empower and enable them to uphold a stimulating space for promoting pluralistic values and inter-cultural dialogue in Serbia.

From Education to Employment (E2E)

01.01.2020 - 31.03.2024

The E2E program supports direct labor market measures in 5 locations in Serbia, through Career Guidance and Counselling and an Opportunity Fund for companies and training providers targeting 12'000 young women and men, of whom 20% vulnerable. Based on Work Based Learning (WBL) that will generate a minimum of 625 decent jobs for young people, the program will contribute to the re-design of inclusive and innovative youth employment measures and policies.

Des solutions de logement pour les personnes déplacées

01.03.2019 - 30.06.2024

Par suite de la guerre des années 1990, plus de trois millions de personnes ont été déplacées à la fois à l’intérieur et au-delà des frontières de la Bosnie et Herzégovine, de la Croatie, du Monténégro et de la Serbie. Vingt-cinq ans après les accords de Dayton, les Balkans occidentaux abritent encore près d’un demi-million de personnes vulnérables déplacées par le conflit en ex-Yougoslavie. Le programme régional de logement (PRL) vise à offrir des solutions de logement durables aux réfugiés et aux déplacés internes dans le besoin.

Private Sector Development in South-West Serbia

01.06.2017 - 30.06.2024

The Private Sector Development (PSD) South-West Serbia Programme supports the development of more inclusive, equitable and non-discriminatory market systems, through interventions in the sectors of traditional products (raspberry and honey) and tourism. This will provide rural population and specifically young people and women, access to employment and income opportunities, as well as improved access to finance, social benefits and know-how.

Alliance publique-privée en faveur d’un projet de formation en Serbie

01.10.2014 - 31.12.2023

La crise économique a affaibli la compétitivité de la Serbie. Les entreprises manquent de personnel qualifié, malgré un taux de chômage élevé parmi les jeunes. Un projet de la DDC fondé sur une approche inclusive résout ces deux problèmes dans un secteur économique très prometteur. 

Refinancing Fund for Serbia: small and medium-sized enterprises loan programme for Serbia

01.10.2004 - 31.12.2024

Local Government Finance Reforms Serbia, Phase III

01.02.2023 - 30.06.2027

The project builds on results of the previous phases and assists Serbia’s local governments in reaching the next level in their efforts to become more effective and accountable by introducing Managerial Accountability and Performance Management. It continues to improve Internal Audit, Financial Management and Control and oversight of fiscal risks.

City Resilience Program, Phase II

01.12.2022 - 31.12.2027

The City Resilience Program scales up the resilience of cities against adverse impacts of disasters and climate change. It does so by supporting risk-informed und multisector planning efforts, identify suitable interventions and investments that enhance the resilience of cities, and supports their bankability and access multiple financing sources.