Head of Policies and Practices

EPFL, the École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne, is one of the most dynamic university campuses in Europe and is ranked among the top 20 in the world in numerous academic rankings. EPFL has more than 6'500 staff members who bring to life the three main missions of the School: education, research, and innovation. The EPFL campus offers an exceptional working environment at the heart of a community of more than 17'000 people, including nearly 12'500 students and 4'000 researchers from over 120 different nationalities. Head of Policies and Practices (Vice-Presidency for Human Development) Mission Join the Vice-Presidency for Human Development (VPH) of EPFL and shape the HR policies and practices in the service of VPH and the EPFL community. The VPH Office is one of the areas of the Vice-Presidency for Human Development, serving all its areas and the Vice-Presidency itself. Our reason for being? Combining creativity with framework, that's opening up possibilities. In a demanding institutional environment, we help navigate these frameworks while allowing ideas and projects to move forward, thanks to our expertise in governance, communication, and project and change management. To join its team, the VPH Office is looking for a Head of Policies and Practices to ensure a consistent, compliant, and evolving framework. At the heart of the function, you structure and develop HR policies, practices, and processes, ensuring their alignment with institutional guidelines, legal requirements, and field needs. You support the VPH areas - particularly People Experience and People Operations - in developing relevant, efficient, and meaningful practices for staff members. Main tasks and responsibilities HR policy and regulation governance Develop, structure, and evolve HR policies, practices, and regulations with the VPH areas and stakeholders. Ensure compliance with legal and administrative frameworks (Confederation, CEPF, EPFL) and maintain proactive regulatory watch. Continuous process improvement Review and update HR regulations, directives, and processes, intervening directly on documents and forms. Monitor indicators (KPI) and identify optimization levers to serve efficiency, consistency, and user experience. Support for VPH areas Advise and support teams, particularly People Experience, in developing and adopting HR practices and tools. Be a driving force in the evolution of the institutional HR framework. Transversal project management Coordinate VPH operational and strategic projects: planning, deliverables, indicators, and stakeholders. Lead working groups and represent the Policies & Practices function in institutional projects. Communication and dissemination Ensure validation, dissemination, and understanding of policies and practices among managers, areas, and teams. Collaborate with communication to implement clear and accessible HR policy and practice developments. Profile Proven experience (around 8 to 10 years) in human resources, including significant experience in HR project management and design or implementation of HR policies and practices. University degree at the master's level. The federal HR certificate, or good knowledge of the Swiss HR framework and labor law, is an asset. Solid mastery of legal and regulatory frameworks in personnel management and ability to translate them into operational practices. Analytical and structured mind, results-oriented and service-oriented. Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to federate, build trust relationships, and develop practices with pedagogy. Autonomy, organizational rigor, and ease in managing multiple files simultaneously. Mastery of French and English. We offer A position where you will have the opportunity to build, analyze, propose improvements to bring real added value A stimulating, dynamic, and multicultural work environment within our Vice-Presidency for Human Development Attractive working conditions that promote balance, development, and professional engagement. Information Start date: As soon as possible Min occupancy rate: 80.00 Max occupancy rate: 100.00 Type of contract: CDI Reference: 2314 jpid7c6bb63jm jpit0625jm jpiy26jm