Zürich
10 hours ago
Mediation Officer Archaeology and Monument Preservation 80%
- Publication date:27 November 2025
- Workload:80%
- Place of work:Zürich
Job summary
Join the Baudirektion Kanton Zürich as a communication lead! This role offers a unique opportunity to shape public engagement in archaeology and heritage.
Tasks
- Plan and coordinate public relations in line with communication strategies.
- Manage the department's Instagram and oversee website content.
- Lead impactful projects like European Heritage Days and exhibitions.
Skills
- Degree in humanities or communication with relevant experience required.
- Strong organizational skills for managing diverse stakeholders.
- Excellent editorial skills with a passion for captivating topics.
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About the job
looking ahead | shaping | preserving
Building Directorate Canton Zurich
80%
From 01.02.2026 or by arrangement, limited to 1 year (with option for extension)
Mediation Officer Archaeology and Monument Preservation
You actively shape the communication of the Department of Archaeology and Monument Preservation. As part of a committed team, you plan, coordinate and manage public relations, maintain the digital channels and implement projects with great impact – from the European Heritage Days to exhibitions and publications.
Your tasks
- Planning, coordination and management of public relations in line with the communication concept
- Responsibility for the department's Instagram presence
- Maintenance of the website, writing and editing press releases, blog posts and newsletters
- Project management, planning and execution of the European Heritage Days in the Canton of Zurich in cooperation with the Cultural Heritage Network, the cities of Zurich and Winterthur, private partners and department staff (annually in September)
- Support and occasional management of projects, for example: Open House Zurich, Long Night of Zurich Museums, exhibitions, information boards, development of new publication formats
Your profile
- You have a completed degree in a humanities subject or in communication.
- You have several years of experience in public relations, event organization and/or science communication.
- Thanks to your organizational talent, you are able to successfully lead projects and campaigns with numerous internal and external stakeholders.
- In addition, you have very good editorial skills and a knack for topics that inspire people.
What to expect
You can expect an exciting activity at the interface of cultural mediation, archaeology and monument preservation. You work in an interdisciplinary environment and actively shape the public perception of the cultural heritage in the Canton of Zurich.
Your contact
Andreas Teuscher
Head of Mediation
+41 43 259 69 40
Head of Mediation
+41 43 259 69 40
Dear personnel service providers! Unfortunately, we cannot consider dossiers associated with fee demands. Only direct applications will be answered and considered in the selection process.
About us
The Office for Spatial Development (ARE) is the cantonal specialist office for spatial planning, geoinformation and cultural heritage preservation. It contributes to promoting the location quality of the living and economic area of Zurich and creates the conditions for attractive settlement and landscape areas. In addition, ARE provides spatial data and preserves the cultural heritage of the Canton of Zurich.
Do you want to use your expertise to contribute to a sustainably attractive Canton of Zurich? We can offer you an exciting environment near Stettbach train station.
Do you want to use your expertise to contribute to a sustainably attractive Canton of Zurich? We can offer you an exciting environment near Stettbach train station.
We offer…
Scope for design
Mobile work / home office
Team
Network
Flexible working time models
Your application process
Pre-selection
First interview
Second interview
Final decision
