Deputy Head of Unit of the "Fairs and Markets" Unit at 80%
- 29 October 2026
- 80%
- Permanent position
- Genève
About the job
The Public Space Service (SEP) brings together administrative and uniformed staff responsible for managing public spaces within the territory of the City of Geneva. In this capacity, it processes requests related to events, construction sites, terraces, or advertising methods. Also responsible for all municipal markets, the SEP works towards an attractive, dynamic, and lively city. To strengthen its team, the service is looking for a
Deputy Head of Unit of the "Fairs and Markets" Unit at 80%
Your mission and responsibilities
- Assist the hierarchy in the organisational, administrative, and operational management of the unit, and ensure deputising in case of absence or by delegation.
- Contribute to defining strategic priorities and monitoring activity, notably through the development of performance indicators, project monitoring, and continuous optimisation of procedures.
- Coordinate the administrative and operational monitoring of markets, ensure their smooth running, and intervene directly on site to manage complex or unforeseen situations.
- Act as a point of contact for traders, facilitate their procedures, and ensure the interface with internal and external partners.
- Guarantee strict application of legal and regulatory bases, anticipate operational risks, and ensure continuity and quality of services.
Your profile
- Hold a higher education qualification (or equivalent) and have at least 5 years of proven experience in a similar role with responsibilities.
- Demonstrate strong skills in administrative and operational management, coupled with excellent organisational, analytical, and planning abilities.
- Have a perfect command of the French language (spoken and written) as well as common office tools; familiarity with specialised software and data management is an asset.
- Show autonomy, rigour, proactivity, and the ability to make decisions in varied and complex contexts.
- Display natural interpersonal skills, diplomacy, and a strong sense of public service to establish constructive dialogue with traders, partners, and users.
- Collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team and propose pragmatic solutions adapted to field constraints.
- Having a good knowledge of public administration functioning and the market domain is an asset.
Conditions and application procedure
Application deadline: 19.11.2026
Start date: to be agreed
Job classification: Class I of the salary scale
Application file
The application file must contain the following elements: cover letter; detailed curriculum vitae or, failing that, completed "Job Application" form (available for download on our website); copies of diplomas and work certificates; recent photo (passport format).
In its commitment to combat unemployment, the city encourages applications from the Cantonal Employment Office.
Application follow-up
In the City of Geneva, the recruitment process is decentralised. This means that each service or department is responsible for following up applications for the positions it offers. An acknowledgement of receipt will be sent to candidates.
Employment conditions
Employees of the City of Geneva must reside within the authorised residential zone and hold a valid work permit or authorisation..
More information on the working conditions of the City of Geneva: https://www.geneve.ch/emploi
- Assist the hierarchy in the organisational, administrative, and operational management of the unit, and ensure deputising in case of absence or by delegation.
- Contribute to defining strategic priorities and monitoring activity, notably through the development of performance indicators, project monitoring, and continuous optimisation of procedures.
- Coordinate the administrative and operational monitoring of markets, ensure their smooth running, and intervene directly on site to manage complex or unforeseen situations.
- Act as a point of contact for traders, facilitate their procedures, and ensure the interface with internal and external partners.
- Guarantee strict application of legal and regulatory bases, anticipate operational risks, and ensure continuity and quality of services.
Your profile
- Hold a higher education qualification (or equivalent) and have at least 5 years of proven experience in a similar role with responsibilities.
- Demonstrate strong skills in administrative and operational management, coupled with excellent organisational, analytical, and planning abilities.
- Have a perfect command of the French language (spoken and written) as well as common office tools; familiarity with specialised software and data management is an asset.
- Show autonomy, rigour, proactivity, and the ability to make decisions in varied and complex contexts.
- Display natural interpersonal skills, diplomacy, and a strong sense of public service to establish constructive dialogue with traders, partners, and users.
- Collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team and propose pragmatic solutions adapted to field constraints.
- Having a good knowledge of public administration functioning and the market domain is an asset.
Conditions and application procedure
Application deadline: 19.11.2026
Start date: to be agreed
Job classification: Class I of the salary scale
Application file
The application file must contain the following elements: cover letter; detailed curriculum vitae or, failing that, completed "Job Application" form (available for download on our website); copies of diplomas and work certificates; recent photo (passport format).
In its commitment to combat unemployment, the city encourages applications from the Cantonal Employment Office.
Application follow-up
In the City of Geneva, the recruitment process is decentralised. This means that each service or department is responsible for following up applications for the positions it offers. An acknowledgement of receipt will be sent to candidates.
Employment conditions
Employees of the City of Geneva must reside within the authorised residential zone and hold a valid work permit or authorisation..
More information on the working conditions of the City of Geneva: https://www.geneve.ch/emploi
