Managing Director WWF-Sektion Zug (60%)

At WWF Schweiz, around 230 employees and over 10-000 volunteers are committed to nature and environmental protection. Together, we protect the environment and shape a future in which humans and nature live in harmony. We respect the diversity of nature and people, our partners, and the communities with which we work. The people at WWF come from different cultures and have a diverse background. We are connected by our mission, our brand, and our shared core values: courage, respect, integrity, and cooperation. We achieve impact through results-oriented action, we are curious and listen mindfully to others, and innovative thinking drives us.

WWF Luzern, Unterwalden, Uri and Zug work at the cantonal level and represent the goals of WWF in the regional public and in the environmental policy network. With over 12-000 Central Swiss members and numerous volunteers, WWF is a strong voice for nature in the cantons of Luzern, Nid- and Obwalden, Uri and Zug. As support for the WWF-Regiobüro Zentralschweiz in Luzern, we are looking for, effective immediately or by arrangement, a

Managing Director WWF-Sektion Zug 60 %.

Your tasks

• Responsibility for the office of the WWF-Sektion Zug.
• Representation of WWF Schweiz in the region and orientation of regional work towards the national strategy.
• Support for the volunteer board, coordination of environmental policy developments on site, representation of the interests of nature in legal cases, and active contact maintenance with partners, cantonal authorities, and regional committees.
• Confident representation of the WWF Sektion Zug during media appearances or campaigns.
• Partnership-based and constructive cooperation within the section, the regional team, and between the sections.
• Taking on the expert role for the topic "Moorschutz Zentralschweiz" and/or "Raumplanung" through the development and implementation of impact-oriented strategies in cooperation with relevant partners and stakeholders.

Your profile

• Higher degree in natural sciences, spatial planning, environmental law, environmental management, or a comparable field of study.
• At least two to three years of professional experience in the environmental sector (ideally with a connection to the topic areas of biodiversity, moorland protection, nature conservation, or spatial planning).
• Roots in the canton of Zug, very good knowledge of regional conditions, and existing contacts with authorities, administration, and partner organizations.
• Ability to sensitize, inspire, and involve the public, authorities, and interest groups in the concerns of WWF and in finding solutions.
• Strong communication skills, networking competence, and interdisciplinary thinking as well as solution and result orientation.
• German language skills at native level and French language skills at least at level B1.
• Willingness to work outside of regular office hours.

Our offer

• 40-hour week with at least 25 vacation days
• Progressive home office regulations for maximum flexibility
• Modern, family-friendly working time models
• Large scope for your personal and professional development
• Meaningful activity with a direct contribution to environmental protection
• Versatile interface function with scope for design, short paths, and cooperation at eye level
• The annual salary for a 100% workload corresponds to CHF 115-620.-
• Place of work: Luzern

Interested?

Send us your application by 15.11.2026 via our online portal. We cannot accept applications by email or post.

The interviews are expected to take place on 25. and 27.11.2026.

Your application includes your CV as well as your certificates & diplomas. A cover letter is not necessary. Simply tell us three reasons why you want to work at WWF and why you are the right person for this position.

P.S. You are welcome to omit your photo when applying.

Luzern

Permanent position

1-3 years

Published on 29.10.2026