Beschreibung

Swiss Olympic is the umbrella organization of Swiss sports and the Olympic Committee of Switzerland. In this dual role, Swiss Olympic creates the best possible conditions for sporting success on the stage and defends the interests of organized Swiss sport in a private manner. Through its commitment, the umbrella organization supports and strengthens its 117 members (87 sports organizations and 30 partners), which encompass about 2.5 million people within nearly 1,000 clubs. Swiss Olympic is a non-profit organization with approximately 100 employees and generates an annual turnover of CHF 125 million. Furthermore, Swiss Olympic promotes and anchors the Olympic values of excellence, friendship, and respect in society, and is committed to a healthy, respectful, fair, and equitable Swiss sport.We are looking for an experienced personality for the position of Director. In this demanding and exposed role, you will assume overall responsibility for Swiss Olympic as the umbrella organization of Swiss sports and the Olympic Committee. You will work closely with the president and report directly to the executive board. You will lead the organization consisting of about 100 employees and effectively implement the strategic goals. In this capacity, you will ensure that the structures, processes, and governance rules are adapted to current requirements, that the organization continues its professional development, and that Swiss Olympic positions itself with its members as a modern, service-oriented, and reliable entity.As the head of the management committee, you encourage a performance-oriented, integrated culture based on values, strengthen cross-departmental collaboration, and, as one of the faces of Swiss Olympic, guarantee clear and professional internal and external communications. In the area of financing, you are responsible for managing public funds and developing new funding models. You oversee budget management and control, as well as positioning and representing Swiss Olympic as a central player in Swiss sports policy with authorities, the Olympic Committee, and other stakeholders. You identify relevant developments early and contribute to the sustainable anchoring of areas such as talent development, performance sports, and good governance. You are also responsible for the optimal preparation of Swiss Olympians and represent Swiss Olympic at the Olympic Games as the Secretary General of the Olympic Committee of Switzerland.We are addressing an experienced and inspiring executive personality who possesses extensive management experience at the C-level in complex environments, ideally linked to the sports sector or sports policy. A strong affinity for sports is essential. You have a proven track record in management development within demanding multi-stakeholder environments as well as in implementing strategic developments. You are comfortable interacting with stakeholders and the media. Excellent political acumen, resilience, skills, and authority characterize you, along with integrity and a strong commitment to Olympic values. A very good command of German, French, and English is required; any other language, particularly Italian, is an advantage.If this executive position, which is of major importance for Swiss sport, interests you (start date to be agreed), please send your complete application file electronically by April 27 to the recruitment agency guido schilling ag, mentioning reference number [reference]. For any questions, Ms. [Name] is gladly available at [contact information]. jid6f26e78aen jit0414aen jpiy26aen