Chair of the Executive Board 80 - 100 %

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BWO – the foundation in Emmental with six locations
BWO – committed for over 50 years to people with and without disabilities
BWO – expertise combined with great humanity

Chair of the Executive Board 80 – 100 %

As part of a succession arrangement, we are looking for a committed individual as Chair of the Executive Board 80 - 100 % from 1 October 2026 or by arrangement.

In this responsible role, you will chair an executive board that has been working as an equal leadership team since 1 January 2025. You will play a key role in an established foundation, promote the consolidation of the new leadership model and the targeted further development of the organisation.

Your impact with us

• You promote constructive and binding collaboration within the executive board team and actively develop the leadership model in everyday practice.
• You coordinate cross-departmental topics, create orientation and ensure that decision-making and implementation processes are clearly structured and communicated.
• You coordinate with the executive board the implementation of strategic directives and provide clear decision-making and information bases for the foundation board.
• You represent the BWO foundation towards authorities, partner organisations and other stakeholders and strengthen internal and external communication.

Your profile

• A tertiary-level qualification, preferably in social work, social management, business administration or a comparable field.
• Several years of leadership or management experience in a social institution, a non-profit organisation, or in the education, health or public sector.
• Experience in strategy, organisational and development processes as well as enthusiasm for shaping and further developing structures, roles and procedures together with others.
• A good understanding of business management contexts, financing, service contracts and the management of organisations in the social sector.
• Strong communication, moderation and coordination skills as well as confidence in dealing with committees, authorities and various stakeholders.
• A personality who leads at eye level, connects perspectives and creates clarity and commitment even during transitional phases.
• High identification with the mission of the BWO foundation and a person-centred, participation-oriented attitude towards people with disabilities.

What to expect

• A meaningful leadership role in an established foundation with a broad range of services in the areas of school, housing, work and vocational training.
• The opportunity to further develop and sustainably anchor a still young leadership model together with a committed executive board team.
• A key role with great scope for design, where coordination, dialogue skills and strategic thinking are as important as implementation strength.
• A demanding and personally enriching environment with committed employees and diverse stakeholders.
• Modern employment conditions, attractive social benefits, trust-based working hours with optional additional compensation, as well as support for targeted further training and good work-life balance.