Bern
Director 80–100 %
- 14 October 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
About the job
The Swiss Association of Assistant Physicians and Heads of Clinics (asmac) advocates for the professional, political and economic interests of assistant physicians and heads of clinics in Switzerland. With around 24,000 members, a central secretariat based in Bern and 16 regional sections, asmac is an important voice within the Swiss healthcare system. Its commitment focuses primarily on fair and modern working conditions as well as high-quality postgraduate and continuing medical education.
For the succession of the long-standing director, we are looking for a leading personality capable of integrating, uniting and successfully managing projects, starting 1 February 2027 or by agreement. In this key multifaceted role, you will lead the central secretariat, ensure coordination between the different levels of the association and contribute, together with the association's bodies, to the development of asmac.
Director 80–100 %
Your Responsibilities
- Overall operational management of the central secretariat, with responsibility for staff, organisation and finances
- Supervision and professional development of the 12 employees as well as promotion of an open and participative work and management culture
- Active participation in the extended committee as well as other internal and external management bodies
- Ensuring effective collaboration between the central secretariat, the bodies, the sections and external partners
- Implementation of the association's strategy as well as management and support of key projects and change processes
- Coordination of the various interests and development of viable solutions within the federal-structured association
Your Profile
- Tertiary-level degree in management, law or an equivalent field
- Several years of experience in a leadership position in a similar role
- Knowledge of the Swiss healthcare system and good understanding of political and institutional issues
- Experience in the association sector is an advantage
- Inclusive and unifying leadership style, who enjoys developing and valuing their employees
- Ease in dealing with different interest groups, as well as strong communication and networking skills
- Entrepreneurial spirit, initiative and enjoyment in designing and developing structures
- Excellent command of German and fluent command of French
We Offer:
- Varied leadership role, with a wide scope for manoeuvre within a nationally significant professional association
- Opportunity to actively participate in the developments of the Swiss healthcare system
- Committed and autonomous team, with a positive working atmosphere
- Modern and central workplace in Bern
- Attractive employment conditions and excellent social benefits
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