Executive Assistant

About the job

The two pastoral areas "Am See und Rhy" and "Thurtal-Seerücken-Untersee" are further developing their collaboration and will be led by a joint pastoral leader from January 2027.

To support the pastoral leadership, we are seeking from 1 January 2027 or by arrangement an organised, socially competent and motivated individual as

Executive Assistant 80 – 100 %

Area of responsibility

Confidential assistance to the pastoral leadership and support with leadership, organisational and development tasks of the two pastoral areas. This includes taking on delegated tasks in close coordination with the pastoral leadership. Planning, coordination and organisation of meetings, events and ongoing processes in the two pastoral areas. Coordination of internal and external communication as well as public relations in agreement with the pastoral leadership. Participation in projects and active support in the further development of the two pastoral areas in close cooperation with the pastoral leadership. Collaboration with church communities, commissions, volunteers and other church bodies. Support with budget processes, expenditure control and other administrative tasks in the financial area. Involvement in personnel administrative tasks and support of the pastoral leadership in personnel matters. Ensuring and further developing efficient administrative procedures and processes. Handling general secretarial and administrative tasks.

You bring with you

You have completed commercial training and have several years of professional experience. You bring experience in the areas of organisation, communication and administration and ideally have leadership experience or experience in project management. You have further training in human resources or a comparable qualification or corresponding professional experience. You possess very good knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications and are open to digital working methods and processes. You enjoy working with different stakeholders and understand how to competently combine administrative, organisational and interpersonal concerns. Loyalty, discretion and confidentiality are as natural to you as an independent, structured and solution-oriented way of working. Even in demanding situations, you remain resilient, flexible and keep an overview. You have a positive attitude towards the Roman Catholic Church and its values. You are willing to continue your professional and personal development continuously.

We offer

A meaningful role at the interface of pastoral care, organisation and church development. The opportunity to actively shape the establishment of a joint leadership structure in two pastoral areas. A appreciative working environment with short decision-making paths and a high degree of independence. Opportunities for professional and personal development as well as participation in overarching projects. Contemporary employment conditions according to the salary regulations and the applicable guidelines of the Catholic Regional Church of Thurgau.

We look forward to receiving your complete application by Wednesday, 18 November 2026 at the latest.

For questions and information:

Josif Trajkov, Pastoral Area Leader, Tel.: 076 830 13 64

Please send your application to:

Josif Trajkov, Pastoral Area Am See und Rhy, Frauenfelderstrasse 11, 8264 Eschenz