Scientific Associate for the support of watercourse development projects

Ittigen, Switzerland (and home office) | 70-70%
What you can contribute
Direct interlocutor for cantonal specialized services and planners responsible for flood protection and renaturation works
Financial and technical control of flood protection and renaturation projects
Drafting of positions on files concerning watercourse development
Contribution to the development of the watercourse development strategy and corresponding guidelines
What makes you unique
ETH civil engineer degree or ETH/HES environmental engineer or geographer
Several years (>10) of practical experience in the implementation of flood protection and revitalization works
Experience in project management and leading working groups and expert groups
Communication skills, negotiation talent, creativity and flexibility
Minimum German level C2 and minimum Italian B2. Ideally, passive knowledge of a third; good or even very good knowledge of English
In a few words
Actively participate in flood protection and the revitalization of watercourses in Switzerland
What we offer
Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and the well-being of the population.
Diversity in everyday life We ensure equal opportunities, which allows us to deploy our skills and express different viewpoints.
Health at work We assist and advise our employees on all matters related to physical or mental health.
All benefits
Our quality of life for today and tomorrow.
The Federal Office for the Environment (OFEV) is responsible for ensuring the sustainable exploitation of natural resources such as soil, water, air and forest. The OFEV is an office of the Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and Communications (DETEC). We are interested in the Switzerland of today while preparing for that of tomorrow. By assuming responsibilities within demanding projects, we contribute to the smooth running of the country. The OFEV offers a modern working environment in which we can contribute significantly to the sustainable development of Switzerland.
Additional information
Start date: or to be agreed.
Questions about the position
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