Clerk / Secretary KESB Secretariat

About the job

Your new challenge from 1 March 2027 or by arrangement:

Clerk / Secretary KESB Secretariat

80% to 100% workload

Your tasks

• General secretarial duties to relieve the authority and supporting specialist services
• Telephone and direct contact at the counter with clients, third parties and authorities
• Mail processing (incoming and outgoing mail, case intake)
• Administrative case management (registry, file management, filing and archiving)
• Preparation and dispatch of official decisions
• Independent handling of assigned matters
• Contact person for internal IT user queries

Requirements

• Commercial training with a Federal VET Diploma or equivalent training with professional experience
• Experience in public administration, preferably in the area of child and adult protection (KESB) and/or social services is an advantage
• Quick comprehension as well as independent, reliable and efficient working style
• Confident oral and written expression
• Proficient use of MS Office programmes
• Reliable, team-oriented and empathetic personality, especially in dealing with people in difficult life situations

Further information

• Theres von Flüe, Head of Audit/Secretariat KESB Obwalden, 041 666 61 26

Have we aroused your interest?
We look forward to receiving your application by 8 December 2026.