Genève
Secretary at 50%
- 20 July 2026
- 50%
- Genève
Job summary
Join the University of Geneva as a part-time Secretary (50%). Enjoy a dynamic work environment with great benefits.
Tasks
- Coordinate administrative tasks in the Communication Service.
- Manage orders, invoices, and other administrative activities.
- Support event organization through logistics and documentation.
Skills
- CFC in commerce or equivalent, with administrative experience.
- Fluent in French, good English skills are a plus.
- Strong organizational and planning abilities.
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Secretary at 50%
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Job description
The position is based at the Communication Service of the University of Geneva, specifically within the Projects & Promotion unit.
The post holder is responsible for the following secretarial and administrative support activities:
- Ensure the administrative coordination of the Communication Service and manage communication flows.
- Manage the administrative follow-up of orders, purchases, invoices and other administrative activities of the service.
- Provide administrative support for event organisation (management of invitations, registrations, bookings, logistics and documentation).
- Participate in the promotion of events across various communication channels.
- Contribute to the administrative management of temporary staff and databases related to events.
See the detailed tasks in the attached job description.
Required qualifications and skills
Basic training and professional experience required:
- Commercial employee CFC, commercial maturity or equivalent qualification.
- Professional experience in an administrative role, ideally in an institutional environment or in the field of communication and events.
Specific knowledge useful for the position:
- Excellent command of French, both written and spoken; good knowledge of English is an asset.
- Excellent organisational, planning and priority management skills.
- Service-oriented, good interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
- Proficiency in common office software and ease in using databases and digital tools.
- An interest in institutional communication and event organisation is an asset.
Start date
1 September 2026 or to be agreed
Contact
Applications including a cover letter, CV, copies of diplomas and work certificates must be submitted exclusively online by clicking the button below "Apply now".
No paper applications will be accepted.
Further information can be obtained from Ms Tanja Spring Flores,
at 022 379 77 17 or by email: Tanja.Spring@unige.ch
Additional information
The 50% activity rate is spread over five half-days, mornings from Monday to Friday.
Permanent public law contract
The University of Geneva offers motivating employment conditions in a stimulating work environment. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to showcase your skills and personality and actively contribute to the reputation of an institution founded in 1559.
From a parity perspective, the University encourages applications from the under-represented sex.
