Secretary on a 50% Fixed-Term Contract

The EARLY CHILDHOOD SERVICE (SDPE) is responsible for implementing the early childhood policy of the City of Geneva by managing municipal childcare facilities and supporting the childcare structures it subsidises.

To complete its teams, the SDPE is looking for a

As a secretary,

you ensure telephone reception and provide basic information to users.

you welcome and guide families.

you manage the administrative tasks of the crèche.

you handle operations related to HR administrative activities for staff (printing attendance sheets, keeping follow-up schedules up to date, etc.).

you manage the logistical aspects of the site (storeroom, equipment, public notices, etc.).

you keep an inventory of consumable products and their suppliers to be proactive in managing orders.

Profile of the sought candidate:

You hold a CFC diploma as a commercial employee or an equivalent qualification.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a secretarial position involving regular public contact.
Fluency in French (spoken and written) is required, with strong writing skills.
Excellent command of the Office suite is essential (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Versatility, interpersonal skills, organisational sense, autonomy, priority management, reliability, public service commitment, and a strong interest in early childhood.

Remarks:

Working hours are scheduled every morning.

Holidays must be taken during the crèche’s institutional closures.

Remote work is not possible for this position.

As part of its gender equality policy, the City of Geneva wishes to promote diversity in all administrative services.

You must reside in the canton of Geneva or within the authorised residential zone.

Application deadline: 12 October 2026
Start date: As soon as possible until 31.07.2027.
Return address: Only via JOBUP
Job classification: The position is classified within category E of the salary scale.

Application conditions and procedure:
Committed to sustainable development, the City requests that applications be submitted preferably electronically. Application and hiring conditions are available at: www.ville-geneve.ch/emploi. Incomplete files or those not meeting the job requirements will not be considered.

All municipal administration positions are open to both women and men, in line with the City of Geneva’s gender equality promotion policy. In its effort to combat unemployment, the City encourages applications from the Cantonal Employment Office. Positions are open to anyone holding a valid work permit or authorisation.

Applicants are requested to submit, via the Jobup platform only, a complete digital file (scanned documents) including:

a dated and signed cover letter, a curriculum vitae, copies of diplomas and work certificates, and a recent passport-format photograph scanned.

An acknowledgement of receipt will be sent electronically to all applicants.

Rejected applicants will be informed by email or specific letter as soon as possible.

Applications sent by post will not be considered. Furthermore, they will not be returned unless expressly requested by the applicant.
Electronic files of rejected applicants will not be returned.

Applicants without a curriculum vitae may use the "job application" form.
This form and the map of the authorised residential zone are available for download at www.ville-geneve.ch/emploi.