Research and grassroots secretary for the project « Transition écologique de l'industrie MEM » 50 to 60%, fixed-term until the end of June 2027

• 08 September 2026
• 100%
• Temporary
• Weltpoststrasse 20, 3000 Bern
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Research and grassroots secretary for the project « Transition écologique de l'industrie MEM » (50 to 60%, fixed-term project until the end of June 2027)

Your tasks
The Machine, Electrical and Metal industry (MEM) is directly impacted by the climate crisis. To achieve energy and climate goals, companies must use resources more efficiently and reduce their emissions. In this context, the challenges for trade unions consist of preserving jobs and guaranteeing the rights of employees.

Employees subject to the MEM CCT enjoy participation rights regarding the environment. To strengthen these, the associations Unia, Syna and Sec Suisse are organizing a cycle of training sessions on the ecological transition of the MEM industry. Its objective is to transmit basic knowledge on the climate crisis, the legal framework in the national and international context, as well as to point out and discuss perspectives for action within staff commissions and companies.

This project, funded by the continuing education fund of the MEM CCT, was launched in spring 2025. You will develop the training program, establish a regular bulletin, and organize the courses on a substantive and administrative level. Project website: https://industrie-zeroemission.ch.

Your background

• Holder of a university degree or about to obtain one or comparable training
• Proven skills in targeted research and text writing
• Sensitivity to transmitting subject matter to various target groups
• Ability to establish plans and priorities over extended periods and skill in organizing
• Identification with the values of the founding organizations Unia, Syna and Sec Suisse
• Knowledge of climate issues, particularly of a scientific, technical or legal nature, would be an asset
• Proficiency in French or German, both spoken and written, and excellent knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of Italian would be desirable
• Persevering personality, having initiative and team spirit

What we offer you

• An exciting field of activity with high technical and political relevance
• Attractive salaries and good social benefits
• A 40-hour week and at least 5 weeks of vacation
• Continuing education and a good balance between work and private life
• A respectful, collegial and lively environment

Interested?
Send us your eloquent application file by 25 September 2026.

Contact: Moritz Bischof, Projet « industrie zéro émission » / Département politique, moritz.bischof@unia.ch, +41 31 350 25 89 or Magnus Meister, Services MCM / Économie et politique, magnus.meister@unia.ch, +41 31 350 23 21.