District Manager for Rural Construction and Farm Financing (60%) — Canton du Valais
- Location
- Sion
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 8 days ago
Role overview
District Manager for Rural Construction and Farm Financing (60%) with the Department of Agriculture, Office of Structural Improvements, in Châteauneuf (Sion) Your tasks
You advise, examine, manage and conduct files and procedures aimed at the approval and granting of financial aid in the field of rural construction and within the framework of regional development projects
You provide administrative support and technical advice for structural improvement projects in agricultural areas
- District Manager for Rural Construction and Farm Financing (60%) with the Department of Agriculture, Office of Structural Improvements, in Châteauneuf (Sion) Your tasks
- You advise, examine, manage and conduct files and procedures aimed at the approval and granting of financial aid in the field of rural construction and within the framework of regional development projects
- Engineer HES/ETS in agronomy with specialization in agricultural economics or architect HES/ETS in the field of rural construction
- Professional knowledge and experience in the field of rural construction or farm financing Knowledge of agriculture
Key requirements
- Engineer HES/ETS in agronomy with specialization in agricultural economics or architect HES/ETS in the field of rural construction
- Professional knowledge and experience in the field of rural construction or farm financing Knowledge of agriculture
- Aptitude and experience in designing and managing projects Marked interest in financial aspects Ability to work in a team Flexibility and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects in parallel Good IT knowledge (SAP, MS Office, SIT)
- Sense of responsibility and entrepreneurial spirit
- French as mother tongue with good knowledge of the second official language Start date November 1, 2026 or by agreement Information
- Bachelor's degree in agricultural engineering or architecture with specialization in rural construction (HES/ETS)
- Professional experience in rural construction or farm financing Knowledge of agriculture sector
- Proven experience in project design and management Strong interest in financial aspects
- Excellent teamwork and negotiation abilities
- Proficiency in SAP, MS Office, and GIS systems
- French as native language with good knowledge of the second official language
Application process
- Online application preferred: www.vs.ch/jobs or send applications to: Human Resources Department, Place St-Théodule 15, 1951 Sion Application deadline: September 11, 2026 Reference number: 114605
Contacts
- Information about the position: Department of Agriculture (027 606 75 00)
Additional details
- District Manager for Rural Construction and Farm Financing (60%) with the Department of Agriculture, Office of Structural Improvements, in Châteauneuf (Sion)
- Professional knowledge and experience in the field of rural construction or farm financing Knowledge of agriculture
- Aptitude and experience in designing and managing projects Marked interest in financial aspects Ability to work in a team Flexibility and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects in parallel Good IT knowledge (SAP, MS Office, SIT)
- French as mother tongue with good knowledge of the second official language November 1, 2026 or by agreement
- Online application preferred: www.vs.ch/jobs or send applications to: Human Resources Department, Place St-Théodule 15, 1951 Sion Application deadline: September 11, 2026 Reference number: 114605
Notes and original content
- Your tasks
- Your profile
- Professional knowledge and experience in the field of rural construction or farm financing
- Knowledge of agriculture
- Aptitude and experience in designing and managing projects
- Marked interest in financial aspects
- Ability to work in a team
- Flexibility and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects in parallel
- Good IT knowledge (SAP, MS Office, SIT)
Questions about this listing
What salary does Canton du Valais offer for this role?
Canton du Valais lists CHF 104'700 - 183'600 gross per year for this position in Sion. 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 Canton du Valais offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Canton du Valais during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Valais?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Valais can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Valais's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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