Head of the Office for Asylum and Refugees

26 August 2026
100%
Permanent position
6371 Stans

About the job

Incredibly versatile

We are the SME among administrations – versatile, agile and close to the people. With around 900 employees, we take joint responsibility, think in a networked way and tackle tasks where we are needed. This makes our work demanding, varied and meaningful. There is room for co-creation and initiative with us.

Responsibilities

Management of the Office for Asylum and Refugees with 50 employees in terms of expertise, personnel, organisation and finances
Development of planning bases, concepts and measures as well as further development of the office taking into account global, national and cantonal developments
Leadership and support of projects, participation in cantonal legislative processes as well as responsibility for the further development and coordination of IT topics
Advising and supporting the Directorate, ensuring the flow of information, attending Directorate meetings, working in the internal crisis team and handling demanding special cases and client matters
Management of the Care Team Nidwalden / Engelberg
Representation of the canton in conferences and working groups

Your profile

Strong leadership, organisational and project management skills as well as strategic and networked thinking
Higher education (MAS), preferably in Social Work, Law, Public Management or a comparable field, as well as several years of professional and leadership experience
Affinity for asylum and migration issues
Sound knowledge of public administration, legislation, finance and controlling
Experience in crisis management and extraordinary situations
Strong communication and social skills as well as confident, authentic and approachable demeanour
High resilience, personal responsibility, decisiveness and willingness to work outside usual hours

Here for you

For further information about this role, please contact Peter Truttmann, Government Councillor, telephone 041 618 76 00.

Categories:

Administration / Office management, Public Administration