Head of Occupational Health Promotion Unit (m/f/d)

06 February 2026
100%
St. Gallen

Job summary

As the fifth largest canton in Switzerland, we serve the community. Join us in a diverse work environment that impacts over half a million lives.

Tasks

Ensure high-quality healthcare through optimal hospital planning.
Promote health and safety for both humans and animals.
Support various sectors including education, business, and culture.

Skills

200+ staff with expertise in health promotion and prevention.
Experience in public health initiatives and community outreach.
Strong communication skills for diverse audiences.

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About the job

As the fifth largest canton in Switzerland with around 6000 employees, we at the cantonal administration are committed to the common good of society. With an impressive variety of services, our work touches all areas of life, whether education, economy, law, security, nature, health, construction, culture, or finance. Through our meaningful work, we leave a small footprint every day, as it is relevant to over half a million people.

The Department of Health, with its four offices and five services as well as around 200 employees, is responsible for the protection, promotion, and maintenance of the health of humans and animals. This includes ensuring high-quality basic medical care through optimal hospital planning in the areas of acute somatics and psychiatry, health promotion, consumer protection, and veterinary services.

The Office for Health Prevention sees itself as the "Health Competence Center" in the canton. It actively contributes to promoting comprehensive health for the population of the canton of St. Gallen. The service offerings are located in the areas of medical as well as psychosocial, non-medical prevention and health promotion. They are aimed at professionals, schools, municipalities, companies, institutions, associations, and individuals.

We are looking for a

Position start: June 1, 2026, or by arrangement

Workload: 80%

Workplace: St. Gallen

Ready for the next step? If we have sparked your interest and you would like to be part of the team, we look forward to receiving your application.

Further information:

For additional information, please contact Stefan Christen, Head of ZEPRA, Tel. 058 229 87 61. More information can be found at www.zepra.info.