Deputy Head of Staff of the Health Protection management unit, with specialization in finance and acquisitions

Ref 2584587 | Date: 10 Oct 2026 Administration fédérale Deputy Head of Staff of the Health Protection management unit, with specialization in finance and acquisitions Bern, Schweiz (and home office) | 80-80% | What you can contribute * represent the Head of Staff for technical, organizational, strategic, and personnel matters * assume, with the Head of Staff, the planning and steering tasks of the management unit and co-lead financial controlling * coordinate parliamentary affairs, supervise their content, deadline, and progress, and inform the Head of the management unit regularly * ensure the management of acquisitions and contracts, ensure that acquisitions and subsidies are carried out economically and in accordance with the law, advise contract managers on questions concerning public procurement law * support and relieve the management team of the management unit in tasks and matters relating to business administration, collaborate on cross-functional missions and files What makes you unique * degree from a university of applied sciences or a higher education institution, preferably in business administration or an equivalent discipline; an asset: knowledge of public procurement and experience in this field * excellent ability to reason and act analytically and systemically, from a business administration perspective * strong interest in political processes and health policy themes; ideally, experience in the conduct of political or parliamentary affairs * acute sense of responsibility, great commitment and spirit of cooperation; ability to work independently and in a structured manner * very good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel; an asset: knowledge of SAP software; active knowledge of two official languages and, if possible, passive knowledge of the third In a few words Thanks to your analytical approach and your interest in public policy and business administration issues, you will play a key role in the planning and steering of our management unit. What we offer * 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](< >) Committing to health We are competently committed at the national level to the health of the population and the health system in Switzerland. We also collaborate within international networks. Our task is demanding, exciting; we accomplish it by betting on equal exchange. Our values? Commitment, open-mindedness and respect. If you are looking for useful work in various fields and in a dynamic and attractive environment, the OFSP is for you. Additional information Questions about the position Chantal Kaiser Questions about the application HR Service Center jpidf964152jm jpit1041jm jpiy26jm