Collaboratrice/tore — USI – Università della Svizzera italiana

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Open position at the University of Italian Switzerland (USI). Department/Institute: Career and Alumni Service. Role: Career Services Coordinator. Location: Lugano, Switzerland (Canton Ticino). Career and Alumni Service Coordinator at the Career and Alumni Service (100%) The University of Italian Switzerland (USI) is a young and agile entity in continuous development, driven by its three core values: quality, openness, and responsibility. Active in various fields of study and research, USI offers its students a proactive, engaging, and interdisciplinary education, and provides its researchers and staff with a privileged space of autonomy and initiative. The Career and Alumni Service fosters privileged relationships and connections between USI students and graduates with major professional entities, facilitating the qualified integration of graduates into the workforce. The service also maintains relationships with USI alumni by establishing and consolidating contact networks among USI graduates, promoting exchange among graduates, companies, and institutions, and supporting professional development and networking within the alumni community. To complete the team of the Career and Alumni Service, USI is opening a position for a Career Services Coordinator (100%). Position

• Coordination of activities with alumni, planning and organizing dedicated events, involving graduates in university activities (Master Info Day, classroom presentations, testimonials collection – Career Stories,...).
• Collaboration in organizing events for students (Career workshops, White Night of Careers, …) and graduates (Reunions, Graduation Ceremonies, Alumni Awards, Mentoring programs,...).
• Management and updating of the alumni database.
• Communication management with alumni.
• Content creation for news, website, and newsletters dedicated to the alumni community. Profile, skills, and professional experience Education
• University Master’s degree, preferably in humanities or economics.
• Excellent oral and written skills in English.
• Knowledge of at least one other national language besides Italian (preferably German).
• Strong IT skills (Office suite, online management tools, etc.). Personal / transversal skills
• Interpersonal skills for working with diverse and multicultural audiences.
• Operational and learning agility, precision, and discretion.
• Ability to take responsibility and manage work independently, responding to high-quality standards.
• Precision, attention to detail, and a culture of quality and ethics.
• Service-oriented attitude, motivation, and predisposition to integrate into a highly dynamic and productive team.
• Reactivity, proactivity, problem-solving skills, and project management.
• Good organizational skills.
• Awareness of context and appropriateness in approach and interaction.
• Flexibility in managing multiple activities simultaneously, adaptability, and capacity to handle workload, responsibilities, and complexity.
• Open personality capable of working in an international and intercultural environment. Preferred qualifications
• Knowledge of the specific USI context. In accordance with Art. 10a of the Law on Universities (LSU), candidates residing in the area who meet the requirements and qualifications will be given priority. Working at USI USI staff contribute to the smooth functioning of the university through cohesive teams and a streamlined organizational environment. The dynamic and flexible environment serves as a motivational lever for innovative and efficient management with a multicultural and interdisciplinary orientation. As an institution promoting diversity and inclusion, USI encourages applications from all underrepresented categories. Working conditions and benefits
• Stimulating work environment within a university setting.
• Support for continuous training and professional development.
• Flexible hours and teleworking options.
• Fringe benefits (e.g., public transport support, sports activities).
• Competitive contractual and social security conditions. Contract terms
• Start date: July 1, 2026.
• Fixed-term contract, 9 months (after an appropriate trial period).
• Full-time (100%).
• Initial salary: according to collective labor agreement (CCL) and to be negotiated based on profile and experience (minimum CHF 65,325 / maximum CHF 90,932, class 6).
• Standard legal benefits.
• Hierarchical position: Career Services Coordinator, reporting to the manager, Silvia Invrea.
• Location: Lugano. Applications Applications can be submitted after accepting the for candidates, available at the following LINK.
• Applications must be submitted ONLINE via the form accessible by clicking the following link: APPLY.
• Completion of the form is mandatory to submit an application.
• The form requires filling out:
• Personal details;
• Educational qualifications;
• Professional experience;
• Language skills;
• At least two references;
• A brief motivation letter.
• The form must include uploading the following documents:
• Cover letter explaining the reasons for interest in the position;
• Curriculum vitae;
• Work and educational certificates (latest qualification). Applications received in other formats will not be considered.
• Deadline for applications: June 5, 2026. Contact Contact person for the position: Silvia Invrea, Career and Alumni Service, [email protected]. Contact person for the ONLINE form: Danijela Milicevic, Human Resources, [email protected]. Lugano, 11.05.2026 Official announcement available in PDF.