Specialist: Public Transport Advocacy 50% (m/f/d)

About the job

Are you looking for meaningful work? Then you are in the right place. The Swiss Association of the Blind and Visually Impaired sbv is the largest national self-help organization for blind and visually impaired people. We support those affected in leading an independent life. The sbv achieves this goal through education and representing their interests in public, through counseling and raising awareness, as well as promoting innovative technologies.

We are looking for you immediately or by arrangement as

Specialist: Public Transport Advocacy 50% (m/f/d)

You represent the interests of blind and visually impaired people with the goal of equality, self-determination, and social participation in the field of public transport. The position involves external meetings and travel, so we expect a certain flexibility in organizing workdays. At the same time, we value a good balance with your private life. The main workplace is in Bern but can be combined with other sbv locations and home office upon request.

Your tasks

• Responsibility for the national public transport dossier of advocacy
• Collaboration with internal bodies (sections, members, and counseling centers) as well as with external bodies (counseling and specialist centers, authorities, and associations)
• Independent organization and leadership of expert committees and working groups
• Conducting small campaigns and representing campaign concerns to stakeholders and in public
• Providing arguments, statements, and consultation responses

Your profile

• You have professional experience in advocacy and/or political campaigns
• You have knowledge of the Swiss disability sector and are familiar with public transport
• You are an independent, structured, and committed personality with high social competence and sensitivity to the needs of blind and visually impaired people
• You present yourself confidently and persuasively and possess the necessary negotiation skills
• You have very good oral and written German or French skills with good knowledge of the other language
• You work strategically and purposefully, enjoy delving into new topics, and have a quick grasp
• You have a good understanding of social and political processes

What we offer

• Good support during the introduction to your tasks
• Position with scope for design, diverse tasks, and room for independent work at many interfaces
• Collegial team spirit
• Proactive support for further training
• Lived leadership principles, e.g., trust and appreciation
• Half-fare travelcard subscription
• Modern employment conditions
• Openness to diversity and willingness to remove barriers

Do you have questions?

Daniela Lehmann, Head of Advocacy Department, will be happy to assist you.

Email: daniela.lehmann@sbv-fsa.ch

Phone: +41 31 390 88 19

Do you feel addressed?

Would you like to take on this interesting, demanding, and varied role? We look forward to receiving your complete online application via our website Arbeiten beim sbv by January 11, 2026. Initial applicant interviews are planned for

January 21, 2026.

Email and printed applications will not be considered or returned due to data protection reasons.

We look forward to getting to know you.