Project Manager International Cooperation Data and Statistics

Neuenburg, Switzerland, with business trips to Uzbekistan and Bangladesh (and home office) | 80-80% Your contribution <br /> • Take over the management of BFS international cooperation projects in Uzbekistan and Bangladesh • Responsible for the planning, steering and implementation of projects in the field of data and statistics • Coordinate cooperation with national data and statistics offices, the DEZA, international organizations and other partners • Develop analyses, concepts and recommendations for the further development of data and statistics systems • Involve and coordinate BFS experts in international projects <br /> What makes you unique <br /> • University degree (Master or equivalent), preferably in political science, international relations, social sciences, economics, law or a related field • Several years of experience in leading projects and programs in an international environment • Knowledge of national and international data and statistics systems as well as interest in data governance, institutional development and international cooperation • Strong organizational, communicative and conceptual skills • Active knowledge of two official languages as well as very good English skills <br /> In a nutshell As part of international cooperation, the Federal Statistical Office is committed to the further development of sustainable data and statistics systems. The projects in Uzbekistan and Bangladesh promote the exchange of experience, the building of institutional capacities and the development of solutions in the areas of statistics, data governance and data management. With its commitment, the BFS supports the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and contributes in particular to strengthening data-based decision-making processes for the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The projects are financed by the Directorate for Development and Cooperation (DEZA). What we offer <br /> • Working for Switzerland We are committed to the Swiss success model and work for the benefit of the population. • Lived diversity Thanks to equal opportunity, we develop our competencies and bring in different perspectives. • Healthy at the workplace We support and advise our employees in the area of physical and mental health. All benefits (https://www.stelle.admin.ch/stelle/de/home/bundesverwaltung/ihre-vorteile-auf-einen-blick.html) <br /> Statistics counts. For you too. The Federal Statistical Office (BFS) is the national competence center for official statistics and a central actor in the Swiss data ecosystem. It produces statistical information, works for harmonized data through national data management and further develops the extraction of knowledge from data using data science methods. In this way, the BFS contributes to the formation of public opinion and makes an important contribution to modern democratic governance. Additional information Questions about the position Benjamin Rothen Ambassador, Head of International and National Affairs Section +41 58 46 36482 Questions about the application Melisa Gonzalez Personnel Area Manager