Sector Manager

About the job

Organisational entity Training and Student Division Function Sector Manager Function code 004021 Maximum grade 21 Body Administrative and technical staff Activity rate 10 Registration deadline 25-10-2026 Reference 7058

Job description

The post holder is responsible for:

• Designing and implementing the institutional policy regarding physical and sporting activities for students
• Leading and supervising regular activities and projects to promote sport practice within the university community (students, teaching staff, administrative and technical personnel, Alumni, External participants depending on activities – e.g. camps or activities to be organised in the future)

• Ensuring the coordination, organisation and facilitation of all activities of the University Sports Service and its relations with external entities.
• Guaranteeing that the service’s offerings meet quality and efficiency requirements, as well as the legal constraints specific to the professions
• Representing the University of Geneva and the DIFE with external entities related to the sports field, at regional, national and international levels.

Required qualifications and skills

a) Basic education and possible additional training

• Complete university studies: Master’s degree in Sport Sciences and Physical and Sporting Activity

• Additional training and skills in specific areas of the Sports field

b) Professional experience (nature and duration)

• Extensive experience in teaching physical education and organising in the sports field

• Knowledge in adult education and teaching.

• Leadership ability
• Team organisation and coordination skills
• Organisation and management of special sporting events

Start date

1 March 2027

Additional information

This is a permanent contract at 10% funded by DIP

Remarks

THE POSITION WILL LIKELY BE REFILLED WITHIN THE SERVICE.

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 prominence of an institution founded in 1559.

From a parity perspective, the University encourages applications from the underrepresented gender.