Head of Central Services

UniBE is right in the middle of it. With us, you benefit from the central location and sites that are conveniently located in terms of transport. Head of Central Services Start date: as agreed or by arrangement Employment relationship: fixed-term 2 years, option for extension. Institute / Workplace [Institut für Sozial- und Präventivmedizin](< >) About us The Institut für Sozial- und Präventivmedizin (ISPM) of the Universität Bern is actively involved in research, service, and teaching in the areas of public health, clinical epidemiology, biostatistics, and international environmental health. With around 180 employees, we are a diverse and dynamic institute with a wide range of research and teaching activities. We are looking for a committed and experienced leader for the role of Head of Central Services, starting per or by arrangement. The position is initially fixed-term for 2 years with an option for extension. In this varied leadership role, you will take overall responsibility for the areas of Personnel, Finance, and IT with a team consisting of around 10 employees. Together with your team, you will ensure the professional and efficient organization of the institute's central services. As a central interface between the research groups and the directorate, you will actively shape the exchange and cooperation between the areas to be led. You will bring together the different requirements of the institute, advise the institute management on cross-cutting issues, and support the implementation of strategic decisions. A key task is also the financial and organizational management of the institute. You will keep an eye on the overall budget and financial developments and ensure forward-looking and reliable planning even in the face of constantly changing framework conditions. In doing so, you will set priorities and develop sustainable solutions for the institute. What you can make a difference with: * Leading and further developing the areas of Personnel, Finance, and IT * Responsible for day-to-day operations with the goal of a scientifically adequate modern administration and the leadership of administrative staff * Ensuring the strategic creation, management, and monitoring of the institute budget and management of the documentation and reporting system * Developing and shaping transparent and reliable communication between the various stakeholders * Monitoring and drafting agreements with external service providers * Responsible for quality management as well as the maintenance and further development of the internal control system (IKS) * Responsible for Facility Management What we expect: * University degree or comparable higher education, preferably in business administration, management, finance, public management, or a related field * Several years of experience as a member of the executive board or comparable leadership experience, ideally in a university or academic environment * Understanding of the peculiarities of the university and research environment as well as complex institutional structures * Sound knowledge in matters relating to Personnel, Finance, and IT * Strong result-oriented and addressee-oriented communication skills and an appreciative and professional manner with different stakeholders within the university * Ability for conceptual-strategic thinking as well as a solution-oriented and binding working style * High organizational talent, as well as flexibility and openness towards new topics and the ability to adapt quickly to changed situations * Very good oral and written variety of expression in German and English, adapted to various contact persons; French language skills are an advantage Your benefits Responsible activity in a socially relevant subject area Collaborative environment and ambitious team Healthy corporate culture and good working atmosphere Central location in the heart of Bern Working at UniBE The Universität Bern offers not only exciting tasks but also an environment that actively promotes development, diversity, and equal opportunity. Discover what distinguishes us as an employer and how you can progress with us. Application and Contact Are you curious? Please send us your online application no later than to the HR-Administration: Prof. Dr. med. Angèle Gayet-Ager will be happy to answer your questions j4id10428860jm j4it1041jm j4iy26jm