Jacqueline Schmid is a highly skilled professional with a background in Geology, Mineralogy, and Geophysics.

With a PhD in Geology from the University of Bern and an MSc in Mineralogy, Geology, Geophysics from Université de Fribourg, Jacqueline combines academic expertise with practical experience in Disaster Risk Reduction, Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation, and Dialogue within Humanitarian Aid and Development Cooperation.

Jacqueline's work focuses on systemic thinking, integrating scientific and tacit knowledge to address complex challenges in international cooperation.

She has developed and published Research Partnership concepts and Programs to advance the field, emphasizing the importance of capitalization and mainstreaming of experiences.

Currently serving as a member of the Review Panel of the Research for Development Programme of the Swiss National Science Foundation and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation, Jacqueline continues to contribute significantly to advancing research and development initiatives.

With a diverse professional background that includes roles such as Policy Advisor in Disaster Risk Reduction, Global Programme Climate Change/China, Program Manager in Bangladesh, Research Officer, and Earth Sciences Specialist, Jacqueline Schmid has demonstrated her expertise and commitment to making a positive impact in the realm of international cooperation.