Head of Data Publication Department 70-100%

Head of Data Publication Department 70-100% Start date: 1. January 2027 or by arrangement Work location: Bern 50% Remote Work You lead the Data Publication Department with the goal of providing geodata in a user-friendly manner via appropriate platforms. You like challenges and want to take on the strategic, technical, and operational responsibility of the Data Publication Department as well as ensure coordination with the cantonal specialist offices, the municipalities, with other cantons, and the Confederation. Your tasks To lead the Data Publication Department personally and technically (approx. 7 employees). To be responsible for and further develop the cantonal geoportal, - the ÖREB cadastre and the utility cadastre. To ensure coordination with external stakeholders. To further develop the cantonal geodata infrastructure (KGDI) and implement the geoinformation strategy. To lead, actively shape, and accompany development projects. Your profile Geomatics engineer ETH/FH, geographer, environmental scientist or equivalent training with professional experience Experience with Web-GIS and geo-services Several years of experience in leading demanding GIS projects Several years of leadership experience as well as experience in ÖREB cadastre and utility cadastre desired Excellent German skills (C2) as well as good French and English skills (B1) We offer you You may rightly assume that the Canton of Bern is a fair employer in every respect with very good employment conditions. In addition to this: Committed team of geodata professionals Organization with an open and collegial atmosphere Direct contacts to cantonal offices as well as exchange with other cantons and the Confederation Contact with research and teaching Comprehensive continuing education offer Flexible working hours with home office Contact Curious? Your contact for questions: Michèle Finklenburg, Co-Head of Office, write e-mail (<>). Almost two-thirds of the decisions made by the public sector have a spatial reference. We make geoinformation a natural part of decision-making processes: reliable, user-friendly and effective. jpid290f091jm jit0626jm jiy26jm