Ittigen, Switzerland (and remote work) | 80-100%

What you can contribute

• Lead and develop the Circular Economy and Emissions Management division, structured into four departments: Economy and Innovation, Waste and Raw Materials, Air and Chemicals Protection, Noise and Non-Ionising Radiation (NIR), comprising approximately 150 employees in total
• As a member of the management team, ensure joint responsibility for the strategic leadership of the office and represent it in national and international bodies
• Represent the affairs under your responsibility within the management and department, before Parliament and with stakeholders, cantons, economic organisations and NGOs, as well as internationally
• Drive and advance strategically important dossiers, particularly those related to the circular economy and chemical substances (PFAS), and ensure the implementation of strategies, objectives and regulations defined at a higher level
• Establish and maintain useful contacts and relationships, defend the office’s position in discussions related to economic and financial policy as well as research and innovation policy

What makes you unique

• Advanced degree in economic and social sciences, natural sciences or law, along with several years of proven professional and leadership experience
• Leadership personality with assertiveness, negotiation skills and foresight, interest in interdisciplinary issues
• Proven analytical and conceptual skills, very good knowledge of project management as well as process and change management
• High stress tolerance, ease in decision-making and implementation, planning and organisational talent
• Good active knowledge of two official languages, passive knowledge of a third, very good knowledge of English

In a few words

You ensure the management of the strategic and political affairs of the entire office in collaboration with the management. Working closely with the executives reporting to you, you are responsible for the development and implementation of the strategic thematic areas of circular economy and the reduction of burdens and risks related to chemical substances.

What we offer

• Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and the well-being of the population.
• Diversity every day We ensure equal opportunities, which allow us to deploy our skills and express different viewpoints.
• Health at work We support and advise our employees on all matters related to physical or mental health.

Our quality of life for today and tomorrow.

The Federal Office for the Environment (FOEN) is responsible for ensuring the sustainable use of natural resources such as soil, water, air and forests. FOEN is an office of the Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and Communications (DETEC). We are interested in today’s Switzerland while preparing for tomorrow. By taking on responsibilities within demanding projects, we contribute to the smooth running of the country. FOEN offers a modern working environment in which we can make a significant contribution to the sustainable development of Switzerland.

Additional information

Start date: 01.11.2026 or by agreement.

Questions about the position

Katrin Schneeberger Director 058 462 48 36