Deputy Director for Operations

Role Summary

As Deputy Director for Operations, working within a joint leadership team, you are responsible for the operational management of the Institute and its associated departments (IT and Infrastructure, Human Resources, and Secretariat).

Your Responsibilities

• Define institutional guidelines regarding information systems, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and building security
• Define and coordinate human resources policy, ensuring that HR practices align with strategic directions and operational needs
• Implement and improve procedures, metrics and tools required to monitor activities
• Plan human resources, material, and infrastructure requirements and, in collaboration with the Deputy Director of finance, contribute to their implementation into the budget planning process
• Define and oversee the risk management and internal compliance policy
• Represent Idiap in external bodies or entities where your participation is required

The full job specifications are available to candidates upon request.

Your Profile

Essential:

• Advanced degree (Master's degree from a university or university of applied sciences, or equivalent) in business administration, management, economics, engineering, or a relevant field
• Proven experience (at least 5 years) in the operational or administrative management of an organization, including leading multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a variety of stakeholders (research staff, administration, authorities, partners) within a multicultural environment
• Proven management experience and a solid understanding of human resources management and organizational development issues
• Excellent command of French and English (working languages)

Preferred:

• Experience in an academic or research environment