Director of the Bulle Vocational School of Craft and Commerce 95-100%

Who are we?

The EPAC - Vocational School of Craft and Commerce in Bulle provides courses for apprentices in the commercial and craft sectors of the region. It operates a dual system that allows young people to train in a company while attending courses at the vocational school. The commercial section also hosts classes for the Commercial Vocational Maturity, integrated economics type, both full-time and part-time. 

Why join us?

Joining the Vocational Training Service (SFP) or the Vocational School of Craft and Commerce means benefiting from the solidity and resources of a large organisation, the State of Fribourg, and contributing concretely to useful achievements for vocational training in the canton of Fribourg.

The State as an employer encourages work-life balance and offers an attractive environment and working conditions to its employees.

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Are you motivated to participate in the professional succession in our canton? Then we look forward to receiving your application!

Your missions

Your main activities consist of managing the Vocational School of Craft and Commerce (EPAC) in Bulle, subordinate to the Vocational Training Service (SFP). The EPAC provides professional education for more than 1000 apprentices in commerce, retail, pharmacy, and crafts.

• You are responsible for managing approximately 110 employees
• You prepare budgets and financial plans
• You participate with the SFP management and other vocational schools in the canton in strategic reflections and work and ensure their implementation
• You represent the canton in national or inter-cantonal conferences.

Desired profile

• You hold a master’s degree from a university of applied sciences with a teaching diploma for upper secondary level or a DAS in management or equivalent diplomas and experience
• You are familiar with the Swiss education system, particularly vocational training
• You have leadership experience in a management role
• You prioritise your activities and work cross-functionally
• You are goal-oriented, responsible, respectful towards your employees, and ensure your decisions are implemented
• You communicate openly, foster a work climate based on trust, and seek constructive solutions to conflicts
• You implement efficient processes, appropriate structures, and influence the organisational culture through efficient quality system management
• You are fluent in French and also comfortable in German

Contact details

Christophe Nydegger, Head of Department
T +41 26 305 25 00