Coordinator MSc Resilient Cities and Communities Programme (50 - 60 %)

About the job

• Coordinate the MSc Resilient Cities and Communities programme and ensure the flow of information as well as collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure smooth study operations and advise and support students on organisational and administrative matters
• Participate in projects as well as in the planning, organisation and execution of internal and external specialist events
• Plan personnel deployment and create study schedules
• Collaborate with the programme directors and the programme secretariat

The workplaces are Biel, Burgdorf and Bern.

• University degree, preferably in a field related to urban development or urban planning, as well as further training or experience in business administration
• Several years of professional experience at a university or educational institution is an advantage
• Organisational talent, strong communication skills and enjoyment in working with diverse stakeholders
• Analytical and conceptual skills as well as an independent, structured and proactive working style
• Very good English and German skills, good French skills are an advantage, as well as digital affinity and openness to new IT tools

• Many contacts with young, inquisitive people from all over the world who want to achieve something.
• Curiosity is required, and not just a little. And a lot of independence and personal responsibility.
• Great freedom in designing working hours – including mobile working.
• A "colourful bunch" of cheerful people with very different backgrounds, views and experiences awaits you.

Barbara Zwahlen
HR Consultant
T +41 31 848 50 55

At the Department of Architecture, Wood and Civil Engineering we shape the built environment for the future. Together with partners from business and society, we develop pioneering solutions for sustainable living spaces and infrastructures and learn from nature through the material wood.