Head of Host Nation Support (HNS)

Berne \| 80-100% What you can contribute • Contribute to the development of the army's specialized Host Nation Support (HNS) domain within the Logistics domain (DBC 4) of the cdmt Op staff, develop the corresponding directives and orders at the operational level and ensure their implementation • Plan and direct the HNS domain in an operational context, and develop directives relating to the planning and conduct of action for current and future engagements • Participate in the operations planning groups (GPA) of the cdmt Op as well as in external working groups and project teams, and represent your own domain on a technical level • Develop case studies, predictive planning and concepts in the HNS domain, taking into account the relevant interfaces with partner organizations (OFT, OFROU, OFPP, OFSP) <br /> What makes you unique • Bachelor's degree from a university or a university of applied sciences or higher education in a technical field or in business management with two to three years of experience related to the function • Staff officer military instruction at the level of a Large Unit with, ideally, experience at the operational level, as well as a good knowledge of the army's logistical processes • Ability to think analytically and in networks, marked conceptual abilities, team spirit, communication and negotiation skills • High skills in leadership, organization and social relations, ability to assert oneself, resistance to stress and sense of responsibility • Good active knowledge in at least one second official language, passive knowledge in a third and very good knowledge of English <br /> In a few words You ensure that Switzerland, as a host country, provides logistical and organizational support to foreign armed forces in the context of exercises and engagements. You thus contribute directly to the operational availability of the Swiss Army and to multinational cooperation in an operational context. In this position, you combine operational planning, conceptual development and coordination with civil and military partners to make an essential contribution to military action capability. What we offer <br /> • Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and to the well-being of the population. • Diversity in everyday life We ensure equal opportunities, which allows us to deploy our skills and express different points of view. • Health at work We assist and advise our employees on all matters related to physical or mental health. All benefits (https://www.stelle.admin.ch/stelle/fr/home/bundesverwaltung/ihre-vorteile-auf-einen-blick.html) <br /> Your commitment to security and freedom The Operations Command (cdmt Op) is responsible for all operations and all military engagements of the Swiss Army. The cdmt Op includes notably the Air Force, the Land Forces, the four territorial divisions, the SWISSINT Competence Center, the Special Forces Command as well as the Military Police. About 40 % of the approximately 2500 employees are employed in civilian roles, from engineers to analysts to aircraft mechanics. The Swiss Army employs more than 9000 employees in four military professions and approximately 200 civilian professions, across 110 sites throughout Switzerland. It also ensures succession by training apprentices in more than 30 trades. Additional information Working for the Swiss Army is a wise option that offers many advantages. More information at armee.ch/avantages (https://www.vtg.admin.ch/fr/avantages). Questions about the position Andreas Dambach Head of Logistics (J4) / acting DCOS Support +41 58 48 89266