Head of FCC Territorial Implementation and Host State Relations (SR-SE-2026-125-LD) — CERN
CHF 83'500 - 126'500
CERN · Geneva, GENEVA, Switzerland (GE)
- Location
- Geneva
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 24 days ago
SalaryCHF 83'500 - 126'500
Role overview
Introduction
CERN is preparing the Future Circular Collider (FCC) project for a potential decision by the CERN Council on a 2028 timescale.
Given its scale, complexity and territorial footprint, the FCC requires strong, credible and continuous engagement with the Host States of France and Switzerland at all institutional levels.
- Introduction
- CERN is preparing the Future Circular Collider (FCC) project for a potential decision by the CERN Council on a 2028 timescale.
Application process
- We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States .
- This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 08.07.2026 at 23:59 CEST . Employment Conditions
- Contract type: Limited duration contract (5 years).
- Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position. Working Hours: 40 hours per week Job Flexibility: Fully Onsite This position involves:
Company and context
- Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization.
- Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success.
- Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays, when required by the needs of the Organization. Job grade: 8 Job reference: SR-SE-2026-125-LD Field of work: International Relations
- Benchmark Job Title: Communications/Public Relations /External Relations Professional Global Benefits
- A competitive salary (tax free), increasing in line with your years of relevant experience.
- 30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.
- Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.
- Family, child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances.
- A relocation package (installation grant, removal, travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances.
- Possibility to extend your contract up to 8 years + eligibility for indefinite contract tenure.
Additional details
- Administrative reporting is through the Stakeholder Relations Sector.
- Master's degree or PhD or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Public Administration, Civil Engineering, Law, Political Science, Environmental Governance, Territorial Planning or a related field.
- Strong understanding of French and/or Swiss administrative and regulatory frameworks. Technical competencies:
- Strategic communications planning, and utilising effective negotiation techniques to achieve long-term results acceptable to all parties involved. Behavioural competencies:
- Communicating Effectively: excellent communication, representation and negotiation abilities.
- Spoken and written both English and French. Eligibility and closing date:
- This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 08.07.2026 at 23:59 CEST . Employment Conditions
- Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position. Working Hours: 40 hours per week Job Flexibility: Fully Onsite This position involves:
- Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays, when required by the needs of the Organization. Job reference: SR-SE-2026-125-LD Field of work: International Relations
- Benchmark Job Title: Communications/Public Relations /External Relations Professional
Notes and original content
- Experience:
- Strong understanding of French and/or Swiss administrative and regulatory frameworks.
- Technical competencies:
- Strategic communications planning, and utilising effective negotiation techniques to achieve long-term results acceptable to all parties involved.
- Behavioural competencies:
- Language skills:
- Spoken and written both English and French.
- Eligibility and closing date:
- This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 08.07.2026 at 23:59 CEST .
- Employment Conditions
