Project Support Specialist (m/f/d) 50-70%, fixed-term contract of 6 to 12 months

About the job

Innosuisse promotes science-based innovations for the Switzerland of tomorrow and helps start-ups and SMEs seize future opportunities and remain competitive internationally.

Our Project Support team ensures the efficient processing and monitoring of support applications and projects funded by Innosuisse. It ensures that applications are reviewed within deadlines, coordinates evaluation processes, and communicates support decisions.

To strengthen our team, we are looking for a committed person as

In this role, you ensure the timely processing of applications and the communication of support decisions, particularly for the Engineering thematic subgroup. You guarantee effective support for ongoing projects and inform, advise, and assist various stakeholders throughout the support process.

Your tasks:

• You carry out the formal examination of project applications, organise and draft minutes of evaluation meetings, then communicate support decisions.
• You process progress reports, organise and draft minutes of project reviews, and coordinate project changes, including extensions, budget adjustments, and partner changes.
• You prepare contract amendments and termination agreements, and ensure the smooth administrative running of projects.
• You advise applicants throughout the support process – from application preparation to project closure, including acceptance or rejection decisions and project monitoring.
• You advise and support experts as well as the Innovation Council in handling project applications, conducting evaluation processes, and monitoring ongoing projects.
• You conduct short training sessions for experts, Innovation Council members, and internal staff, and represent Innosuisse at trade fairs and events.
• If necessary, you lead internal projects or sub-projects, participate in working groups, and document internal processes. In this context, you identify optimisation potentials, propose improvements, and implement them.

Your profile:

• You have completed advanced professional training or hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and have at least two to three years of professional experience in a similar role, or an equivalent qualification.
• You have experience in project and process management and stand out through a strong service orientation as well as a good understanding of administrative processes and collaboration with various stakeholders.
• You work in a structured and rigorous manner and place great importance on the quality of your work. You can adopt a cross-functional perspective and perform your tasks independently, reliably, and responsibly while meeting deadlines.
• You are able to work effectively and result-oriented, even under pressure. You know how to set the right priorities and develop pragmatic solutions. Thanks to your good communication skills, both oral and written, you convey information clearly, understandably, and appropriately to the recipients.
• You have very good oral and written knowledge of German, French, or Italian, as well as good oral and written knowledge of a second official language and English.

Innosuisse offers you:

• An exciting and dynamic working environment where you contribute to promoting science-based innovation in Switzerland, in the interest of the economy and society.
• A varied field of activity at the heart of Swiss innovation, where you can apply your knowledge and experience to contribute to the success of highly innovative products and services.
• Flexibility as well as attractive employment conditions with excellent social benefits.
• A motivated, committed, and professional team that looks forward to welcoming you.

Do you want to change the world through Swiss innovations?

Then we look forward to receiving your application via our application portal. For further information, Mr Matthias Furler, Co-Head of Innovation Projects, is happy to assist you at 058 343 60 76 or by email at matthias.furler@innosuisse.ch.

Innosuisse takes into account the diverse needs and life experiences of its employees and promotes diversity. Equal opportunities are a top priority, and we are committed to supporting the professional integration of people with disabilities.