Deputy Secretary General

• 15 July 2026 • 60% • Indefinite duration • German (Intermediate), French (Fluent) • Laupenstrasse 7, 3008 Bern • Log in to see the jobup.ch salary estimate Swiss Nurse Leaders is the Swiss association of nursing executives. It brings together approximately 500 members from all care sectors, all regions of the country, and all hierarchical levels. The association encourages the development of leadership and management in the field of nursing and offers its members an extensive network as well as various training formats. Swiss Nurse Leaders strengthens the role and voice of nursing executives at strategic and political levels and supports initiatives in favor of economically viable, effective, and evidence-based nursing care. For our general secretariat located in Berne, we are looking for, starting from 1 December 2026 or at a date to be agreed upon, a (m/f/d) Deputy Secretary General (60%) Your missions • Preparation of decision-making elements for the committee and the general assembly • Preparation and follow-up of committee meetings, support for organs and working groups • Representation of the association to partner organizations and the general public on specific themes • Organization, implementation, and evaluation of events and training • Planning and implementation of internal and external communication • Assistance and replacement of the Secretary General on certain subjects and projects What you bring • Tertiary-level degree in political science, health, or business management • Knowledge of the Swiss healthcare system, particularly in the field of nursing and the corresponding training system • Excellent understanding of the functioning of Swiss politics and the interactions between actors in the health sector • Proven communication skills (online) and writing talent • Very good command of French and good command of German. Command of Italian is an asset. • Experience in the associative sector or in secretariat management is an asset • Motivation for working in a very varied field of activity and willingness to participate in all activities of the association • Interest in the positioning and development of the association in collaboration with the Secretary General and the committee • What awaits you • a varied position offering great freedom of action and initiative • a very dynamic and motivating environment within a small team • flexible working hours • a very central workplace in the city of Berne and the possibility to work via teleworking Are you interested? We look forward to receiving your application - to be sent to us before 10 August 2026. For any questions, do not hesitate to contact Claudia Wyss-Schmidlin (031 306 93 75).