Scientific staff for children and youth policy — Confederazione Svizzera
- Location
- Bern
- Contract
- other
- Posted
- 2 days ago
Role overview
Lead ambitious, inter-agency projects in the field of children and youth policy, such as the current project on the national strategy on children and youth policy, and develop political and conceptual basis for decision-making
Shaping the follow-up to the implementation of the Convention on the Rights of the Child and coordinating cooperation with the participating federal authorities, cantons and civil organisations
Process parliamentary initiatives, draft reports and dossiers for the Federal Council, answer citizens’ inquiries
- Lead ambitious, inter-agency projects in the field of children and youth policy, such as the current project on the national strategy on children and youth policy, and develop political and conceptual basis for decision-making
- Shaping the follow-up to the implementation of the Convention on the Rights of the Child and coordinating cooperation with the participating federal authorities, cantons and civil organisations
Application process
- Examining grant applications for the loan for children's rights
- Master’s degree in social, legal or political sciences
- In-depth knowledge of child and youth policy as well as children’s rights and a broad understanding of socio-political contexts
- Proven experience in managing complex projects
- Enjoy independent work and interdisciplinary teamwork
- Active knowledge of two official languages and very good knowledge of English
Questions about this listing
What salary does Confederazione Svizzera offer for this role?
Confederazione Svizzera lists CHF 89'000 - 147'500 gross per year for this position in Bern. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Confederazione Svizzera offer?
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