Head of Section International and National Affairs (INA)

Neuenburg, Switzerland (and Home Office) | 100-100%

This is the contribution you can make

• Lead the International and National Affairs (INA) section in terms of personnel, expertise, organization, and finances
• Strategically steer the national and international positioning of the FSO (Federal Statistical Office) and Switzerland in the area of data and statistics
• Coordinate cooperation with federal offices, cantons, international organizations, and other partner institutions
• Lead and support strategic dossiers and negotiations at national and international level
• Further develop the areas of International Affairs, International Cooperation, National Affairs, as well as Event Management and Back Office
• Advise the Directorate and the AK department management on political, institutional, and strategic issues

What makes you unique

• University degree (Master's or equivalent), preferably in Political Science, International Relations, Social Sciences, Economics, Law, or a related field
• Several years of leadership and management experience in a political, administrative, or international environment
• Proven experience in strategic leadership and further development of complex organizational units and programs
• Strong negotiation, communication, and advocacy skills at national and international level
• Willingness to undertake regular business trips within Switzerland and abroad
• Active knowledge of two official languages as well as very good knowledge of English

In a nutshell

What we offer

• Working for Switzerland We are committed to Switzerland's success and work for the well-being of its population.
• Diversity in practice Through equal opportunities, we develop our skills and bring diverse perspectives.
• Healthy at the workplace We support and advise our employees in matters of physical and mental health.

Statistics matter. For you too.

The Federal Statistical Office (FSO) is the national competence center for public statistics and a central player in the Swiss data ecosystem. It produces statistical information, advocates for harmonized data through national data management, and advances data-driven insights using data science methods. In doing so, the FSO contributes to public opinion formation and makes an important contribution to modern democratic governance.

Additional Information

The Federal Statistical Office actively shapes national and international data and statistics policy and represents Switzerland's interests in key national and international bodies. As Head of the International and National Affairs Section, you will lead a diverse organizational unit and, together with the Head of the Foreign Relations and Communication (AK) Department, shape the FSO's positioning towards authorities, international organizations, partner institutions, and other stakeholders. You will thus make a direct contribution to the further development of Switzerland's public data and statistics system, the implementation of Agenda 2030 for Sustainable Development, and the establishment of the new Foreign Relations and Communication (AK) Department, with the focus of the function being on the national coordination and networking of the FSO.

Application Deadline: October 11, 2026

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