Head of Coordination External Relations 100%
Kanton Zürich
Zürich
Key information
- Publication date:03 October 2025
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:Zürich
Job summary
Join the Staatskanzlei as the Leiter/in Koordination Aussenbeziehungen! This role supports the government in managing external relations effectively.
Tasks
- Advise the government on inter-cantonal and international matters.
- Represent Zurich in various institutions and coordinate external relations.
- Build networks and provide support for delegations and conferences.
Skills
- University degree in political science or related fields required.
- Strong communication skills in German, English, and French.
- Proven experience in strategic or political roles, especially in the public sector.
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The State Chancellery advises and supports the Government Council and the Government Presidency in the performance of government tasks. It acts as an interface between the directorates and provides services as a staff unit that ensure the smooth functioning of the Government Council as a collegial authority.
The Coordination External Relations division in the State Chancellery manages cross-directorate matters in the area of external relations of the Canton of Zurich, especially in the inter-cantonal, cross-border, international, and European areas as well as vis-à-vis the federal government. It supports the members of the Government Council in fulfilling their tasks in inter-cantonal and international bodies and in receiving foreign delegations. The division is also responsible for cantonal voting planning and acts as a liaison to the Cantonal Council.
As Head of Coordination External Relations, you lead a dynamic team of three people.
Starting June 1, 2026, or by agreement, we are looking for a qualified individual who enjoys taking responsibility, is future-oriented, and eager to shape the future.
Your new challenge
- Advising and supporting the Government Council on inter-cantonal, international, and European political issues as well as in fulfilling its representative duties in conferences and committees
- Preparation of federal policy, advocacy
- Representation of the Canton of Zurich in various institutions and committees
- Professional support of the Government Council in international representation tasks, reception of delegations
- Coordination of the external relations of the directorates and the State Chancellery as well as information exchange
- Network building and maintenance, forward-looking environmental controlling
- Member of the steering committee (management) of the State Chancellery
You bring with you
- University degree in political science, law, or international relations
- Profound knowledge of political institutions (canton, inter-cantonal, federal, EU)
- Relevant professional experience in a strategic, political, or diplomatic function, with experience in the public sector
- Strong communication skills and fluency in oral and written expression in German, English, and French
- Confident and engaging demeanor, even in sensitive situations, political judgment, and political sensitivity
- Several years of experience in implementing modern leadership approaches
Our offer
We offer you a versatile and exciting activity in the midst of current political events, modern working conditions, and a workplace in close proximity to Zurich main train station.
Application
For further information, please contact Luzia Lehmann, Head of Coordination External Relations, at 043 259 20 24 or Marc Renold, Head of Personnel, at 043 259 20 64.
