Kanton St.Gallen
St.Gallen
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Head of Administration (m/f/d)
- 26 March 2026
- 100%
- St.Gallen
Job summary
Join the GBS St.Gallen, a key educational institution in Eastern Switzerland. Exciting opportunity to shape the future of over 6000 learners!
Tasks
- Manage core administration, properties, and gastronomy operations.
- Oversee financial management and administrative processes.
- Collaborate with HR and a dedicated team for success.
Skills
- Experience in administration and team leadership required.
- Strong financial management skills are essential.
- Excellent collaboration and communication abilities needed.
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About the job
As the fifth largest canton in Switzerland with around 6000 employees, we are committed to the common good of society in the cantonal administration. With an impressive variety of services, our work affects all areas of life, whether education, economy, law, security, nature, health, construction, culture, or finance. Through our meaningful work, we leave a small footprint every day, as it is relevant to over half a million people.
GBS St.Gallen is a significant vocational and continuing education institution in Eastern Switzerland. In addition to vocational and industrial basic education with 4,500 apprentices in over 45 professions, 600 students and course participants are also trained in the field of higher vocational education and training (HBB/WB). Our mission statement People-Education-Success is based on the principle of shared leadership responsibility, focusing on cooperation and collaboration to create a dynamic learning and working environment based on diversity, innovation, and continuous development.
As Head of Administration, you manage and shape the areas of core administration, real estate, and gastronomy at GBS St.Gallen. You are responsible for financial management and ensuring all administrative processes. You will be supported by the HR manager, other staff members, as well as a motivated and committed team in facility services and the gastronomy operation.
For this exciting role, we are looking for a candidate starting August 1, 2026 (or by agreement)
Workload: 100%
Workplace: St.Gallen
Ready for the next step? If we have sparked your interest and you would like to be part of the team, we look forward to receiving your application.
Further information from:
Michael Bossart, Deputy Rector GBS St.Gallen, Phone +41 58 228 26 03, michael.bossart@gbssg.ch
