Specialist Collaborator for the CPI

Neuchâtel, Switzerland (and remote work) | 80-100% |

What you can contribute to

• Plan and organise the decentralised survey for the CPI in the regions, in close collaboration with an external contractor; support, training of surveyors, report writing and quality assurance
• Independent planning and execution of complex surveys, including scanned and online data; recruitment of points of sale
• Deputise for the head of the production team, support other members of the production team
• Quality assurance of all prices collected for the CPI using IT analyses, preparation of the publication
• Collaboration on revision and update work to ensure the maintenance of survey quality
• Advice and support for users of the index

What makes you unique

• Commercial training or equivalent professional skills
• Strong organisational skills, transparent communication with internal and external partners. Autonomous, deadline-oriented, systematic and precise working method, good work planning
• Very good IT skills (MS Office, use of dedicated applications, R, etc.)
• Interest in retail, experience in several consumer sectors
• Active knowledge of two official languages, knowledge of a third is an advantage

In a few words

You independently coordinate the decentralised price survey with an external contractor. You plan the process, participate in training and ensure the quality of the data provided. In addition, you carry out complex surveys using various IT tools (scanned data, online surveys, energy price surveys, etc.). You take charge of quality assurance activities that help prepare the monthly publication of the index. You provide support to the production manager by participating in planning and taking on temporary tasks in case of absences within the team.

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 assist and advise our collaborators 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 player in the Swiss data ecosystem. It produces statistical information, works towards data harmonisation through national data management and develops processes derived from 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

Questions about the position

Christoph Streubel Group Leader +41 58 46 23814

Questions about the application

Isabel Morandi Personnel Service Manager