Etat de Vaud
Lausanne
Unit Secretary
- 02 November 2026
- 50%
- Permanent position
- Lausanne
About the job
Job Description
The Administrative Unit (UADM) of the General Directorate of Social Cohesion (DGCS) is a cross-functional unit responsible for supporting the various entities of the DGCS with administrative tasks. A dynamic, supportive team with a calm atmosphere, the UADM is looking for a Unit Secretary.
Responsibilities
- Keep the flow of investigations and reports of the Control, Audit and Investigations Unit (UCAE) up to date.
- Support the Head of the UCAE in their administrative activities.
- Periodically provide cover for the secretariat of CIVESS (Control of interdisciplinary visits of social and health institutions).
- Contribute to the operation and tasks of the Administrative Unit (UADM).
For more information, please consult the terms of reference by clicking here or contact Ms Loyse Beer, Head of the Administrative Unit (UADM), at the email address: dgcs.recrutement@vd.ch
Qualifications
- Holder of a Federal VET Diploma as a commercial employee or an equivalent qualification.
- Proven professional experience in administrative roles and/or supporting senior management, minimum 5 years.
- Very good command of basic office and IT tools (MS Office).
- Good writing skills.
- Spirit of mutual aid and collaboration.
- Organisation and time management.
- Stress resistance and self-control.
- Sense of responsibility and public service ethics.
- Adaptability and flexibility.
- Listening and communication skills.
WHO ARE WE?
The General Directorate of Social Cohesion (DGCS) offers the inhabitants of the Canton of Vaud support and integration measures, accommodation services in medico-social institutions as well as financial aid. With more than 450 committed collaborators, we are dedicated to improving the quality of life of our various publics by working towards greater social justice in our Canton.
We offer an autonomous and flexible work organisation, including the possibility of teleworking.
Our culture and work environment are focused on diversity and equity. Finally, we promote human values daily such as solidarity, respect and trust.
For more information, click here to visit our website.
We offer an autonomous and flexible work organisation, including the possibility of teleworking.
Our culture and work environment are focused on diversity and equity. Finally, we promote human values daily such as solidarity, respect and trust.
For more information, click here to visit our website.
Why join the State of Vaud?
The State of Vaud offers a wide variety of jobs and opportunities for advancement. Working conditions are guided by themes of equality, inclusion, sustainability and professional ethics in an environment conducive to work-life balance.
To learn more about our benefits, visit our Employer State page.
- Publication Date02/11/2026 06:00
- LocationLausanne, Switzerland
- Apply by15/11/2026 22:55
- Start Date1st January 2027 or to be agreed
- Salary Grade6
- Contract TypePermanent Public Law
- Work Rate50%
- AddressGeneral Directorate of Social Cohesion (DGCS)
Avenue des Casernes 2 - BAP
1014 Lausanne