Project Manager 70-80% (m/f/d)
EAWAG Dübendorf, Eidg. Anstalt für Wasser-, Abwasserreinigung & Gewässerschutz
Veröffentlicht:
23 Mai 2025Pensum:
70 – 80%Vertragsart:
Festanstellung- Arbeitsort:Dübendorf
Eawag, the Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology, is an internationally networked aquatic research institute within the ETH Domain (Swiss Federal Institutes of Technology). Eawag conducts research, education and expert consulting to achieve the dual goals of meeting direct human needs for water and maintaining the function and integrity of aquatic ecosystems.
Project Manager 70-80% (m/f/d)
The WASH Learning Lab, within Sandec (Department of Sanitation, Water and Solid Waste for Development), is looking for a highly motivated and qualified early career
Join us in shaping the future of water, sanitation and solid waste management education. The WASH Learning Lab develops and manages global, regional and local education programs in close collaboration with Sandec’s research groups and partners in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Our work bridges research and education, testing innovations to strengthen WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) capacity globally. More information on the WASH Learning Lab can be found here .
In this role, you will contribute to the further development of our global WASH MOOC series and practically test and validate educational innovation. Finding the right balance between AI-driven tools and human expertise will be central to your work.
In this role, you will contribute to the further development of our global WASH MOOC series and practically test and validate educational innovation. Finding the right balance between AI-driven tools and human expertise will be central to your work.
Responsibilities:
- Contribute to the further development of the WASH MOOC-series, including course updates, enhancing overall learner experience, and increasing reach and inclusiveness
- Lead the testing and validation of an educational innovation in the WASH sector
- Contribute to WASH education projects co-developed with partners (universities, ministries, NGO’s) in Africa, Asia, and Latin America
- Experience in instructional design, including the use of learning management systems and the creation of engaging learning materials is required. Experience with video production is a plus
- Demonstrated interest and ability to apply Artificial Intelligence in education
- Solid pedagogical skills, including the ability to design learner-centered experiences and translate complex topics into accessible content.
- Working experience in the WASH sector or familiarity with the research topics of Sandec
- Fluency in English is required, knowledge of other languages (French, Spanish, or others) is a plus
- Excellent project management and teamwork skills; solution-oriented mindset and ability to collaborate across disciplines
Position details
Timeline: Earliest starting date is 1 August 2025.
Duration: Current funding runs until 31 December 2026, with possibility of extension.
Location: This position is based at Eawag in Dübendorf, Switzerland, with intermittent international travel.
Eawag is a modern employer and offers an excellent working environment where staff can contribute their strengths, experience, and ways of thinking. We promote gender equality and are committed to staff diversity and inclusion. The compatibility of career and family is of central importance to us. For more information about Eawag and our work conditions please consult www.eawag.ch and www.eawag.ch/en/aboutus/working/employment .
Applications must be submitted by 30 June 2025 and should include a cover letter describing your motivation, fit for the position and prior achievements (800 words maximum), a CV (two-page maximum), and contact information for two to three references.
For further information, please contact E-Mail schreiben.
We look forward to receiving your application. Please send it through this webpage, as any other way of applying will not be considered. A click on the button below will take you directly to the application form.
Eawag is a modern employer and offers an excellent working environment where staff can contribute their strengths, experience, and ways of thinking. We promote gender equality and are committed to staff diversity and inclusion. The compatibility of career and family is of central importance to us. For more information about Eawag and our work conditions please consult www.eawag.ch and www.eawag.ch/en/aboutus/working/employment .
Applications must be submitted by 30 June 2025 and should include a cover letter describing your motivation, fit for the position and prior achievements (800 words maximum), a CV (two-page maximum), and contact information for two to three references.
For further information, please contact E-Mail schreiben.
We look forward to receiving your application. Please send it through this webpage, as any other way of applying will not be considered. A click on the button below will take you directly to the application form.
Eawag: Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology
