Innosuisse, promotes science-based innovations for the Switzerland of tomorrow, helping start-ups and SMEs to take advantage of the opportunities of the future and to be internationally competitive.

Senior Chairmanship Coordinator Eureka (m/f/d) 90-100 %

The Knowledge Transfer and International Programmes Division promotes the transfer of knowledge between research institutions and companies and supports international cooperation and programmes in the field of innovation and technology. As a Scientific Officer, you will coordinate all activities related to the Swiss Chairmanship 2025/26 at Eureka, the world's largest public network for international innovation cooperation. You will support the Chair and the Chair team in all operational matters and play a key role in the preparation and realisation of the Swiss Chairmanship. You will help to advance Eureka and position Switzerland internationally. The position is limited to two years.

Your responsibilities:

You will be responsible for coordinating the creation and implementation of the chairmanship programme
You are the link between the Eureka Secretariat (ESE) and the Innosuisse team
You coordinate the regular exchange meetings with the ESE and travel to Brussels as required
Together with the ESE and the Chairman, you are responsible for the timely compilation of documents for all official Eureka meetings
In your role as Deputy High Level Representative (HLR), you represent the Swiss positions at Eureka

What we are looking for:

For this responsible position, you have a Master's degree and at least 3-5 years of functionally relevant professional experience. You have gained experience in an international environment through professional stays abroad and are characterised by strong intercultural skills and above-average negotiating skills. You have experience in the coordination of complex tasks and in working with various stakeholders, ideally in the context of international organisations or public administration.

You have a high level of personal responsibility, a quick grasp of new ideas, as well as an independent, efficient and careful way of working and are a strong communicator, both verbally and in writing. You have an above-average service orientation, enjoy direct dialogue with international partners and think and act in a results-oriented manner.

You are also characterised by argumentation skills, a positive attitude towards change and a high level of resilience and commitment. You have a strong team spirit and find it easy to liaise with different internal and external stakeholders. Very good knowledge of two national languages and English round off your profile.

What Innosuisse is offering:

An exciting and dynamic working environment in which you will contribute to positioning Switzerland in the world's largest public network for international innovation co-operation.
A challenging, temporary role in which you can work independently, which offers you creative opportunities and freedom and can serve as a springboard for a career in international organisations.
Flexibility and attractive terms and conditions including excellent social benefits.
A motivated, committed and professional team awaits you.

Do you want to move the world with Swiss innovations? Then we look forward to receiving your application. Please use our official job portal for this purpose (no other submissions accepted). For additional information, please contact Mr Marc Pauchard, Head of Knowledge Transfer and International Programmes Division (Tel. +41 58 483 64 78 or e-mail: marc.pauchard@innosuisse.ch).

Innosuisse respects the different needs and life experiences of its employees and promotes their diversity. Equal opportunities are a top priority, and we are committed to promoting the professional integration of people with disabilities.