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economiesuisse Dachverband der Schweizer Wirtschaft
Head of Campaigns (100%)
economiesuisse Dachverband der Schweizer Wirtschaft
Do you enjoy being at the pulse of politics and want to engage in the Swiss economy?
Do you passionately lead campaigns and have several years of professional experience in political and communication work?
Are you well-versed in the political landscape of Switzerland and the parliamentary processes?
Are you well-connected in politics as well as in the communication and media world?
Then this exciting position is for you!
As the umbrella organization of the Swiss economy, economiesuisse represents the interests of various industries and companies in the political process, represents its members at national and international levels, and shapes the economic framework conditions of Switzerland at the forefront. We see ourselves as the voice of the economy and represent its position to politics and the public. We also engage in referendums for a strong location in Switzerland.
For the campaign area, we are looking for a new
Head of Campaigns (100%)
Your Tasks
As Head of Campaigns, you position economiesuisse internally and externally as the largest campaign organization of the Swiss economy.
You successfully lead voting campaigns in conjunction with partner organizations in favor of a strong economic location in Switzerland.
You manage a team of about five people in the campaign area and are responsible for the organizational, personnel, and financial aspects of the voting campaigns, including pre-campaigns.
You design campaign strategies and know how to successfully implement innovative and creative approaches.
In addition to strategy, planning, and implementation of voting campaigns, strategic public relations and media work related to voting proposals is also part of your responsibilities, closely coordinated with the areas of 'Communication' and 'Public Affairs'.
The campaign team works with external agencies and partners as well as with internal departments, especially with communication, public affairs, and specialist areas.
You continuously develop the campaign capabilities of economiesuisse and expand the campaign ecosystem together with partner organizations.
You maintain a broad network in the political, campaign, and media world.
As a member of the extended management team of economiesuisse, you actively shape the strategy and organizational development of the association. You report directly to the chairperson of the management.
Your Profile
University degree.
Several years of professional experience in campaign, political, and communication work with proven track record.
Experience in team leadership and project management. Organizational talent with stringent financial management.
Solid knowledge and experience with national politics, familiarity with the political processes in the Federal Palace.
Broad network in politics, federal administration, and in the communication and media world.
Ability to develop campaign strategies and successfully implement them.
Ability to present complex relationships clearly, eloquence, and confident appearance before the media.
Familiarity with the targeted use of modern campaign tools, campaign community management, and social media campaigns.
High willingness to perform, resilience, integrity, and strong service orientation.
Very good German, French, and English skills.
What We Offer
If you feel addressed, we look forward to receiving your application documents (in pdf). Please send them by October 12, 2025, to [email protected]. For further inquiries, please contact Karin Fergg, Head of Finance & Services.