Deputy Head of Command Service

Deputy Head of Command Service Bern | 80-100% This is your contribution Fully represent the Head of Command Service Army and Operations Command in their absence or in special situations, and lead the template management area personally, technically, and organizationally Be responsible for the command service for operations, missions, and support services of the army in the Operations Command, and plan, steer, monitor, and further develop the staff control process end-to-end via the phases of action planning, situation monitoring, and action follow-up Coordinate information processing for military decision-making, establish binding specifications, procedures, templates, and products, and ensure command readiness and the secure use of command and information systems Steer operative data management in the Operations Command staff, ensure data quality and data governance, and coordinate Local Data Stewards, Data Owners, IT Service Providers, and business application managers; enforce specifications on data protection and information security Lead complex and interdisciplinary projects on command service, staff processes, and digitalization, represent the interests of the Operations Command in JOPG, committees, and expert bodies, and train employees in command service procedures, information management, and digital working methods What makes you unique Bachelor's degree from a university of applied sciences or university, preferably in business administration, security management, business informatics, or systems engineering, or an equivalent education with function-relevant professional experience Several years of leadership experience, ideally at least three years in leading a team or an organizational unit, as well as at least two years of experience in classical or agile project management; experience in a security-relevant organization is an advantage Proven military career as an officer in the army with at least three to five years of experience in military leadership work, for example as Head of Command Service, S6, S3, or commander at company level or higher; general staff training desired Strong understanding of military command and staff processes, strong analytical, conceptual, and organizational skills, as well as convincing communication, cooperation, and leadership competence in complex and dynamic situations High digital affinity and knowledge of military command and information systems, Microsoft M365, as well as preferably Jira, Confluence, Acta Nova, BPMN, and HERMES or IPMA; German C2, French B2, Italian B1, and English B2. In a nutshell Do you want to help shape the operative command capability of the army and maintain an overview even in complex situations? In this key function, you combine staff control, information and data management, digitalization, and leadership - and ensure that decisions at the operative level are based on reliable information in a timely manner. What we offer Working for Switzerland We are committed to the Swiss success model and work for the benefit of the population. Lived diversity Thanks to equal opportunity, we unfold our competencies and bring in different perspectives. Healthy at the workplace We support and advise our employees in the area of physical and mental health. All benefits Your commitment to security and freedom The Operations Command (Kdo Op) is responsible for all military operations and missions of the army. Kdo Op includes, among others, the Air Force, the Army, the four territorial divisions, the SWISSINT competence center, the Special Forces Command, and the Military Police. Around 40% of the approx. 2,500 employees are civil employees – from engineers to aircraft mechanics to analysts. The army employs over 9,000 employees in four military and around 200 civil professions – and this at 110 locations throughout Switzerland. Provision is also made for new talent: The army trains apprentices in over 30 professions. Additional information Employment with the army makes sense and brings many advantages. Convince yourself at . Questions about the position Lieutenant Colonel GS Head of Command Service Kdo Op jpid559e108jm jit0731jm jiy26jm