Etat de Vaud
Lausanne
Executive Secretary
- 21 August 2026
- 80%
- Permanent position
About the job
Job Description
The Administrative Unit (UADM) of the General Directorate of Social Cohesion (DGCS) is a cross-functional unit responsible for supporting the various entities of the DGCS with administrative tasks. A dynamic, supportive team with a calm atmosphere, the UADM is looking for an Executive Secretary.
Responsibilities
- Assist the co-directors of support and accommodation (DIRHEB) in administrative matters and ensure optimal management of internal and external relations.
- Prepare and follow up on the files of the DIRHEB co-directors, gather the necessary information and documents for decision-making, and organise document filing.
- Support the DIRHEB co-directors proactively in organising their directorate and manage the follow-up of files.
- Contribute to the operation and tasks of the Administrative Unit (UADM).
For further information, please consult the job description by clicking here or contact Mrs Christine Andreoni, Head of the Administrative Unit, at the email address: dgcs.recrutement@vd.ch
Qualifications
- Holder of a Federal VET Diploma as a commercial employee, complemented by a Federal Certificate as an executive assistant.
- Proven professional experience in an executive secretary position within a large company or in the public or semi-public sector, minimum 5 years.
- Excellent command of office and IT tools.
- Excellent writing skills and interpersonal ease.
- Time and priority management.
- Stress resistance and self-control.
- Proven analytical and synthesis skills.
- Sense of responsibility and public service ethics.
- Adaptability and flexibility.
WHO ARE WE?
The General Directorate of Social Cohesion (DGCS) offers the inhabitants of the Canton of Vaud support and integration measures, accommodation services in medico-social institutions, as well as financial aid. With more than 450 committed collaborators, we are dedicated to improving the quality of life of our various publics by working towards greater social justice in our Canton.
We offer an autonomous and flexible work organisation, including the possibility of teleworking.
Our culture and work environment focus on diversity and equity. Finally, we promote human values daily such as solidarity, respect, and trust.
For more information, click here to visit our website.
We offer an autonomous and flexible work organisation, including the possibility of teleworking.
Our culture and work environment focus on diversity and equity. Finally, we promote human values daily such as solidarity, respect, and trust.
For more information, click here to visit our website.
Why join the State of Vaud?
The State of Vaud offers a wide variety of jobs and career opportunities. Working conditions are guided by themes of equality, inclusion, sustainability, and professional ethics in an environment conducive to work-life balance.
To learn more about our benefits, visit our Employer State page.
- Publication Date20/08/2026 05:00
- LocationLausanne, Switzerland
- Apply by02/09/2026 21:55
- Start Date1st November 2026 or to be agreed
- Salary Grade7
- Contract TypePermanent Public Law
- Work Rate80%
- AddressGeneral Directorate of Social Cohesion (DGCS)
Avenue des Casernes 2 - BAP
1014 Lausanne