Strategic Project & Outreach Manager

EHL Group

Lausanne 25

Infos sur l'emploi

Date de publication :03 octobre 2025
Taux d'activité :100%
Type de contrat :Durée indéterminée
Lieu de travail :Route de Berne 301, 1000 Lausanne 25

Join us and shape the future of hospitality today!

EHL's dynamic campuses form a unique network where passionate students, academics and industry experts from over 120 countries come together with a common goal: to develop and disseminate hospitality knowledge, while supporting the sector's continued growth.

We are constantly striving to improve the working environment and personal development opportunities for our more than 800 staff and teachers, who are among the most recognized experts in their respective fields. Since its foundation in 1893, EHL has been widely recognized by the industry and consistently ranked among the world's top hospitality management schools. Everything we do is based on our values of excellence, family and learning, and we are committed to bringing them to life in tangible ways for our employees.

The Academic Office department is responsible for fostering an environment of academic excellence and integrity across the EHL Group. Its mission includes overseeing academic governance, ensuring compliance and accreditation, managing faculty affairs and development, supporting thought leadership and research strategy, and maintaining institutional relations with academic authorities. Through these responsibilities, the Academic Office strives to build a dynamic and supportive academic ecosystem that empowers students, faculty, and researchers to reach their highest potential.

To join our amazing team, we are looking for a candidate who is not only skilled and passionate about hospitality but also aligns with our leadership principles: transparency, accountability, collaboration, care, and experimentation.

The mission of the Strategic Project & Outreach Manager is to enhance the visibility, communication, and impact of research and academic initiatives within the EHL Academic Office. Reporting to the Associate Dean of Research & Thought Leadership, this role operates at the intersection of marketing, communications, and strategic projects. It leads a team of four and collaborates closely with Communications, Marketing, and Social Media teams to oversee content creation, digital presence, and outreach projects, ensuring alignment with EHL’s brand and strategic goals.

What will you do?

Defines and executes strategic communication plans to elevate EHL’s research and thought leadership visibility.

Leads outreach initiatives and coordinates with Communications, Marketing, and Social Media teams.

Manages PR, media relations, and communications for academic events.

Oversees digital content strategy, including blogs, newsletters, and academic platforms.

Maintains accurate faculty research profiles and drives SEO and analytics for online engagement.

Leads a team of four, ensuring effective collaboration and high-quality delivery.

Supports transversal projects and provides expertise in marketing, tech, and academic communications.

Promotes EHL values, contributes to teaching excellence, and supports accreditation and quality processes.

Who you are?

You have a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.

You have 5 years of professional experience in related field and 5 year in a similar position.

You are skilled in cross-departmental collaboration and building strong relationships with faculty, staff, and external partners.

You have excellent project management and organizational abilities, capable of handling multiple priorities.

You are fluent in English with strong writing and editing skills, and proficient in French.

You have strong leadership experience, including team management and cross-functional collaboration.

You are experienced in digital marketing, SEO, and tools like HubSpot or similar CRM platforms.

You have a strategic mindset with proven skills in content creation, editorial management, and data-driven communication.

You understand the Swiss and international higher education landscape and have experience in academic or research environments.

You are fluent in French and in English (C1).

What we offer?

We offer you a permanent contract within a business area of an educational institution, with exceptional employee benefits including free meals, an attractive number of days off, a parking space or public transport contribution, as well as access to various services and facilities.

We offer you responsibility, challenge, development opportunities and encouragement to help you achieve your professional and personal goals.

We offer you the opportunity to make a tangible impact on our students’, staff and partners’ experience as well as contribute to the growth of our institution.

You will enjoy being part of a passionate, multidisciplinary and talented team.