Head of Growth Policy Section

Bern, Switzerland \| 100-100% Your contribution <br /> • Direct the new Growth Policy section, with five employees, and develop it from a strategic, specialist, and organizational perspective • Participate in defining Swiss economic policy as a member of the Directorate • Analyze macroeconomic framework conditions and prepare the Federal Council's report on growth • Identify areas for intervention and develop reform options to strengthen Switzerland's growth potential • Develop strategic lines and SECO's positions on key growth policy issues • Represent Switzerland in international organizations and manage contacts within and outside the country <br /> What distinguishes you <br /> • Master's degree in economics with a specialization in macroeconomics; a doctorate is a preferred qualification • Several years of experience as a qualified specialist and manager, in-depth knowledge of economic policy • Excellent analytical skills, political sensitivity, and a strategic approach to tackling complex economic policy issues • Willingness to contribute to the definition of a growth policy that stimulates productivity, competitiveness, and prosperity • Clear and goal-oriented leadership, personal responsibility, resilience, systemic vision, compelling communication, and a predisposition for cooperation and cross-sectoral networking • Excellent active knowledge of two official languages and proficiency in English <br /> In summary SECO's Economic Policy Directorate defines the strategic foundations of Swiss economic policy. It converges economic analysis, political-economic framing, and concrete implementation into legislation and administrative practice. Our goal is to create framework conditions that promote the growth, productivity, and attractiveness of the Swiss economic center, thereby ensuring Switzerland's long-term prosperity. As a competence center for fundamental issues, we work at the interface between politics, administration, science, and the economy. With the new section responsible for growth policy, the Directorate intensifies its work on the foundations of well-being in Switzerland. The section interprets national and international developments from a growth policy perspective and develops reform options for an economy that is as efficient as possible. Particular attention is paid to the external economy, protectionism and industrial policy abroad, digitalization, and the financial and real estate markets. The section is also responsible for the OECD country examinations and departmental research. What we offer <br /> • Working for Switzerland We strive for the successful Swiss model and work for the well-being of the population. • Experiencing diversity The implementation of equal opportunities allows us to best express our skills and consider different viewpoints. • Fit in the workplace We provide support and advice to our employees on the topic of physical and mental health. All benefits (https://www.stelle.admin.ch/stelle/it/home/bundesverwaltung/ihre-vorteile-auf-einen-blick.html) <br /> The State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) is the Confederation's competence center for all issues relating to economic and labor policy and is integrated into the Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research (EAER). SECO works to open free access to all markets for goods, services, and investments. SECO's commitment to fighting poverty is implemented within the framework of economic development cooperation. SECO defines economic and trade policy measures to the benefit of developing countries, countries in Eastern Europe and Central Asia, as well as new member states of the European Union (EU). Additional information Please apply via our application management system (complete dossier with cover letter, CV, work certificates, and diplomas). To this end, click on <<Apply>>. Questions about the workplace Ronald Indergand +41 58 46 05558