Head of the International and National Affairs Section (INA)

Neuchâtel, Switzerland (and remote work) | 100-100%

What you can contribute

• Lead the International and National Affairs Section (INA) in terms of personnel, technical, organisational and financial aspects
• Strategically manage the national and international positioning of the FSO and Switzerland in the field of data and statistics
• Coordinate collaboration with federal services, cantons, international organisations and other partner institutions
• Lead and support strategic dossiers as well as negotiations at national and international levels
• Continue the development of the areas: international affairs, international cooperation, national affairs, as well as event management and administrative service
• Advise the office management and the AK division management on political, institutional and strategic matters

What makes you unique

• University degree (master's or equivalent), preferably in political science, international relations, social sciences, economics, law or a related field
• Several years of experience in leadership and management within a political, administrative or international environment
• Proven experience in strategic leadership and development of organisational units and complex programmes
• Strong skills in negotiation, communication and advocacy at national and international levels
• Willingness to undertake regular business travel within Switzerland and abroad
• Active knowledge of two official languages and very good knowledge of English

In a few words

What we offer

• Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and the well-being of the population.
• Diversity every day We ensure equal opportunities, which allow us to deploy our skills and express different viewpoints.
• Health at work We support and advise our employees on all matters related to physical or mental health.

All benefits

Statistics matter. To you too.

The Federal Statistical Office (FSO) is the competence centre for public statistics and the main actor in the Swiss data ecosystem. It produces statistical information, works towards data harmonisation through national data management, and develops processes based on data science to advance data interpretation. The FSO thus contributes to shaping public opinion and makes an important contribution to modern democratic governance.

Additional information

The Federal Statistical Office actively participates in the development of national and international data and statistics policy, and represents Switzerland's interests within key national and international bodies. As head of the International and National Affairs Section, you will lead an organisational unit with varied missions and, in collaboration with the management of the External Relations and Communication division (AK), contribute to defining the FSO's positioning towards authorities, international organisations, partner institutions and other stakeholders. You will thus directly participate in the development of the public data and statistics system in Switzerland, the implementation of the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda, as well as the establishment of the new External Relations and Communication division (AK), with a focus on national coordination and networking of the FSO. Application deadline: 11 October 2026

Questions about the position

Benjamin Rothen Ambassador and Section Head +41 58 46 36482

Questions about the application

Melisa Gonzalez Personnel Service Manager