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Pro Helvetia is the Game Design (80%) Pro Helvetia is the Swiss cultural foundation established by It brings together about 110 staff members in Switzerland and in six branches abroad who are committed to contemporary artistic and cultural activities. The promotion of diversity and quality in professional artistic practice and its dissemination worldwide is supported. Equal opportunities in employment and diversity among staff are fundamental principles of Pro Helvetia. In our Design division, within the Visual Arts & Design sector, we are looking for a person for the position of Game Design Specialist (80%) starting from September 1st or at a mutually agreed date. What we offer:- A dynamic and stimulating work environment, with significant cultural and political impact- Opportunities for responsibility- Workplace located in downtown Zurich with the possibility of performing part of the tasks remotely- Very good social benefits for childcare and family support- 26 days of vacation (+ five additional days starting at age 50)- Half-price public transportation subscription or discount on general subscription (CFF)- Neutral contact point for social issues- Commitment to removing barriers and ensuring accessibility to workYour tasks will include:- Supporting the development of game design promotion (e.g., within the context of the cultural message) and collaboration with other public entities; monitoring other game funding models in Switzerland and abroad- Designing and implementing presence and contests, from selection by the jury to support in the design and implementation of projects with the industry in Switzerland and abroad; scouting, networking, and support measures to strengthen connections and coaching measures aimed at developing the skills of stakeholders in the field of game design- Acting as an internal and external contact for the field of game design, including communication and implementation of measures on the website, social networks, and application portal, with support from the sector- Collaborating with other divisions on cross-sectional or interdivisional projects, including with branches- Various tasks and reports for the division, such as managing calls for applications, processing inquiries, establishing reports, and budgeting follow-upYour profile:For this versatile position, we are looking for a committed person who meets at least some of the following requirements:- Tertiary education or equivalent professional experience- Several years of experience in the game design industry with a network within the Swiss game scene and its stakeholders, ideally also knowledge of the game industry as well as market requirements in Switzerland and abroad- Basic knowledge of cultural promotion in Switzerland and interest in its development in relation to new developments and trends- Experience in project management and availability for flexible working hours as well as missions abroad- A personality with strong analytical skills and excellent teamwork capabilities, with very good oral skills in a multilingual environment and strong writing skills: minimum C1 level in one language and two official languages; proficiency in French at a level that constitutes an asset for this positionWe look forward to receiving your application until April 26th at the latest, which should include your CV and a letter or video (approximately 90 seconds) in which you describe your interest and your experiences. Please also attach your diplomas or work references. Non-formal or informal paths are also considered in the application.Apply now. Anja Gmür is gladly available for further inquiries. Gmür Human Resources Pro Helvetia - Swiss Foundation for Culture Hirschengraben 22 CH-8001 Zurich Instagram jidfe860b8aen jit0414aen jpiy26aen