Scientific Project Manager

Neuchâtel, Switzerland (and remote work) | 80-80% |

What you can contribute to

• Plan, manage and control project work related to the indicator survey within the framework of the Swiss Integration Agenda (AIS)
• Develop and advance concepts for statistical analysis and quality assurance
• Consolidate and describe the technical requirements of the cantons, federal services and other stakeholders
• Develop decision-making bases for the client, bodies and project management
• Conduct statistical analyses and present results in a form adapted to the recipients
• Support strategic and conceptual work in the field of social assistance statistics

What makes you unique

• Degree from a university (master's) in social sciences, statistics, data science, computer science or a related field
• Experience in project management, knowledge of HERMES is an advantage
• Strong knowledge of statistical methods and good command of R, Python and Power BI; knowledge of SAS would be an additional asset
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills, as well as a keen interest in working at the intersection of technical expertise, statistics and digitalisation
• Active knowledge of one official language and good knowledge of a second

In a few words

In this role, you will play a key part in implementing the indicator survey for the Swiss Integration Agenda (AIS), which represents the first extension of the modernised social assistance statistics. By combining project management, statistics and data analysis, you will make a major contribution to the development of official statistics in the field of integration and social assistance.

What we offer

• Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and the well-being of the population.
• Diversity every day We ensure equal opportunities, which allow us to deploy our skills and express different viewpoints.
• Health at work We assist and advise our employees on all matters related to physical or mental health.

All benefits

Statistics matter. To you too.

The Federal Statistical Office (FSO) is the competence centre for public statistics and the main player in the Swiss data ecosystem. It produces statistical information, works towards data harmonisation through national data management and develops processes derived from data science to advance data interpretation. The FSO thus contributes to shaping public opinion and makes an important contribution to modern democratic governance.

Additional information

The Social Assistance section is responsible for collecting, processing, analysing and publishing data on means-tested social benefits in Switzerland. It manages social assistance statistics in collaboration with the cantons, municipalities and other partners, providing up-to-date information for social policy management. Furthermore, it develops and manages statistical databases, indicators, monitoring systems and analyses concerning the social protection system.

Questions about the position

Marc Dubach Section Head +41 58 46 36578

Questions about the application

Marianne Zumbach Personnel Service Manager