Financial and Administrative Officer / Financial and Administrative Officeress

Financial and Administrative Officer

Location: Zurich | Employment: 60%-80%, fixed-term

The NCCR CLIM+ is a groundbreaking National Center of Competence in Research, dedicated to creating the first fully interdisciplinary, Switzerland-wide climate research community. This initiative addresses urgent issues related to climate extremes, such as heatwaves, floods, heavy rainfalls, droughts, and wildfires, while engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders, including public health, finance, agriculture, and water management. Our goal is to produce actionable climate solution pathways related to adaptation and mitigation, forming a new transdisciplinary nexus that bridges science, society, practice, and politics.

Project Background

NCCR CLIM+ is spearheaded by ETH Zurich and the University of Bern, encompassing 20 partner institutions across Switzerland. Led at ETH Zurich by Prof. Sonia I. Seneviratne and Prof. David N. Bresch, the project involves 17 professors and research groups across eight departments. The University of Bern contributes with co-director Prof. Karin Ingold and deputy co-director Prof. Olivia Romppainen-Martius. In total, NCCR CLIM+ partners with 57 institutions in Switzerland. The first phase of the project is set to run until April 30, 2030, with possibilities for extension for an additional 4-8 years. NCCR CLIM+ will also oversee the establishment of the newly founded Center for Climate Extremes and Resilience in Swiss Society (CERESS).

For more information about NCCR CLIM+, please visit our website.

Job Description

The Financial and Administrative Officer position is an integral part of the NCCR CLIM+ Management Center, reporting to the Executive Manager. The Management Center comprises a Communications Officer, as well as Technical and Scientific Officers associated with the NCCR CLIM+. Key responsibilities include:

• Establishing the NCCR CLIM+ Management Center at ETH Zurich in collaboration with the Executive Manager and project leaders.
• Managing budgets and accounting within NCCR CLIM+, including overseeing the distribution and financial control of SNSF funds allocated to principal investigators.
• Handling the budget management and accounting of ETH Zurich funding for NCCR CLIM+, ensuring financial oversight and reporting.
• Preparing financial reports for the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) and ETH Zurich.
• Overseeing financial, human resources, and general administration tasks for the Management Center.
• Executing all activities and services in compliance with SNSF and ETH Zurich guidelines and process requirements.
• Communicating with SNSF, ETH Zurich Administration, and NCCR CLIM+ principal investigators on financial and administrative matters.
• Co-organizing site visits, conferences, workshops, and proposals in collaboration with the Executive Manager and project leaders.

Profile

• Demonstrated expertise in finance management and budget controlling.
• High degree of autonomy and initiative.
• Excellent proficiency in English (both written and spoken).
• Strong proficiency in German (both written and spoken).
• Demonstrated experience in administrative management, particularly in finance and human resources.
• Experience in event management and reporting.
• Proficient computer skills, including office applications and budget accounting.
• Efficient and precise work ethic.
• Strong sense of responsibility, quick learning ability, and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, flexibility, and the ability to work under pressure.
• Experience with university administrative processes is a plus.
• Experience in administering interdisciplinary research projects is a plus.
• Team player with a collaborative mindset.

Workplace

ETH Zurich is a dynamic employer that offers excellent working conditions and numerous opportunities for professional development. You can anticipate an exciting, diverse, multicultural, and international work environment, along with flexible working conditions.

We Value Diversity and Sustainability

ETH Zurich fosters an inclusive culture that promotes equality of opportunity and values diversity. We are committed to creating a working and learning environment where the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. For more information on our commitment to diversity, visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website. Sustainability is a core value; we strive towards a climate-neutral future.

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About ETH Zurich

ETH Zurich is among the world's leading universities specializing in science and technology. We are renowned for delivering excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research, and translating new knowledge into societal benefits. Over 30,000 individuals from more than 120 countries come to our university, a place that fosters independent thinking and inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe while connecting globally, we work collaboratively to develop solutions to the pressing challenges of today and tomorrow.