Swiss Public Affairs Coordinator - German Speaking

Swiss Public Affairs Coordinator

The World Economic Forum, committed to improving the state of the world, is the international organization for public-private cooperation.

The Forum engages the foremost political, business and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas.

The Forum’s Swiss Public Affairs Team manages the Forum’s interaction with Switzerland and is responsible for securing a trusted relationship with its host country via government engagement (integrating its projects and activities at federal, cantonal, and communal level) and the public.

The team is looking for a Swiss Public Affairs Coordinator to support its work in the scope of Swiss government relations and act as interface with other parts of the house.

Why we are recruiting

Tasks would include (1) supporting the team on year‑round projects and events, (2) ensuring effective interactions with internal and external stakeholders, and (3) managing processes and logistics of the team.

Reporting Lines & Interactions

The Swiss Public Affairs Coordinator reports to the Head, Swiss Public Affairs and interacts with the Swiss Public Affairs Lead, Swiss Public Affairs Specialist, and President & CEO.

Breakdown of main responsibilities

50% Coordination and admin support, 30% Project management, 20% Events planning and logistics.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management and coordination support based on team requirements – including arranging conference calls and internal/external meetings, taking minutes, drafting letters, and acting as a liaison with other teams within the Forum as well as external consultants, suppliers and/or constituents.
• Manage event planning and logistics for the team, i. e. the Annual Meeting.
• Actively seek and support linkages between activities of the Swiss Public Affairs Team, other relevant Forum teams/projects and external stakeholders, in line with the Agreement to be renewed with Switzerland.
• Contribute to developing and implementing the new strategy of the team, internally and externally, on deepening the engagement with Switzerland and the communication around it, e. g.

Swiss parliamentarians and Davos in particular.

• Work to develop efficient team‑related processes, support the preparation of briefing documents/PPTs as required and keep important team documents and internal platforms up to date.
• Support monitoring of Swiss politics and Swiss media as well as the Forum’s Editorial Unit.
• Coordinate and support meetings or visits with Swiss Government Officials, Swiss Parliamentarians, partners within the Swiss Federal Administration, Global Shapers, activists and university/school students, among others.
• Provide logistical support for the Annual Meeting and other Forum events throughout the year.
• Manage logistics for the team (travel arrangements, invoices and expenses, etc.) and facilitate collaboration within the team.
• Organise public events, monitor Swiss politics, map existing initiatives and future collaboration opportunities, internally coordinate and follow up with thematic Forum teams, produce communication materials and prepare meetings for Swiss delegations in Switzerland and abroad.
• Preferred Requirements and Experience
• University‑level education.
• One to two years of work experience in project management/coordination, event management or administration.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, fluency in spoken and written English; mother‑tongue Swiss German and/or German; any other Swiss national language a plus.
• Ability to work with high‑level government and business leaders, leading issue experts in academia, international organisations, non‑governmental organisations, as well as representatives from grassroots organisations.
• Proficient in MS Office; experience with digital platforms and tools.
• Detail‑oriented, strong organisational, interpersonal and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, understanding stakeholder needs and being a committed, collaborative, optimistic and solution‑oriented team player.
• Analytical capabilities; data‑savvy.
• Why join us

Join an independent and impartial organization with over 55 years of connecting leaders to make sense of global challenges and move the world forward together.

Be part of a global team that brings leaders together through dialogue, to build trust, and turn shared understanding of complex global issues into collective solutions.

Our culture is grounded in care, curiosity and respect, encouraging genuine dialogue and meaningful collaboration.

By investing in trust and understanding, we create an environment where everyone can contribute fully to our shared mission.

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