Deputy Director for Operations

Offer Description

Résumé

En tant que Directrice adjointe ou Directeur adjoint en charge des opérations, au sein d’une Direction collégiale, vous êtes responsable de la gestion opérationnelle de l'Institut et des services qui vous sont rattachés (notamment informatique et infrastructure, ressources humaines, secrétariat).

Vos missions

• Définir les orientations institutionnelles en matière de systèmes d’information, d’infrastructure, de cybersécurité et de sécurité des bâtiments ;
• Définir et coordonner la politique des ressources humaines, en assurant la cohérence des pratiques RH avec les orientations stratégiques et les besoins opérationnels ;
• Mettre en place et améliorer les procédures, les indicateurs et les outils nécessaires au suivi des activités ;
• Planifier les besoins en ressources humaines, matérielles et infrastructurelles et contribuer, en collaboration avec le directeur adjoint en charge des finances, à leur implémentation dans la planification budgétaire;
• Définir et assurer le suivi de la politique de gestion des risques et de contrôle interne ;
• Représenter l’Idiap au sein des entités dans lesquelles votre participation est requise;

Le cahier des charges complet pourra être fourni aux candidats sur demande.

Votre profil

Essentiel :

• Formation supérieure (Master universitaire ou HES, ou formation jugée équivalente) en gestion, management, économie, ingénierie ou domaine pertinent ;
• Expérience confirmée (minimum 5 ans) dans la gestion opérationnelle ou administrative d’une organisation, incluant la conduite d’équipes pluridisciplinaires ;
• Aisance à collaborer avec des interlocutrices et interlocuteurs variés (recherche, administration, autorités, partenaires), dans un environnement multiculturel ;
• Expérience confirmée en management et bonne maitrise des enjeux de gestion des ressources humaines et développement organisationnel ;
• Très bonne maîtrise du français et de l’anglais (langues de travail).

Atouts (facultatifs) :

• Expérience dans un environnement académique ou de recherche

Candidature

Le dossier de candidature comprend une lettre de motivation, un CV copies des diplômes et certificats de travail, ainsi que les coordonnées de trois personnes de référence. Les candidatures sont à déposer au format PDF via la plateforme de recrutement de l’Idiap : https://careers.werecruit.io/fr/idiap.

Délai de postulation : 12 octobre 2026

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

Application

Your application must include a CV, a cover letter, copies of diplomas and employment certificates, and the contact details of three referees. Applications should be submitted in PDF format via the Idiap recruitment platform: https://careers.werecruit.io/fr/idiap.

Application deadline: October 12th 2026

About Idiap

Idiap is a research institute of national importance that engages in fundamental research, education and technology transfer in artificial intelligence, machine learning and signal processing. Idiap offers competitive salaries and conditions in a young, high-quality, dynamic, and multicultural environment. Idiap is located in the town of Martigny in Valais, a scenic region in the south of Switzerland, surrounded by the highest mountains of Europe, and offering exceptional quality of life, exciting recreational activities, including hiking, climbing and skiing, as well as varied cultural activities. English is the official working language.

At Idiap we place great emphasis on diversity and we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. Employment at Idiap is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications. Idiap does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, marital status, pregnancy, or any other basis protected by law.

Required languages:

• English - Level advanced
• French - Level advanced

Where to apply

Website: https://www.idiap.ch/en/careers

Requirements

• Research Field: Other
• Education Level: Master Degree or equivalent
• Languages: ENGLISH — Level: Excellent
• Languages: FRENCH — Level: Excellent

Work Location(s)

• Number of offers available: 1
• Company/Institute: Idiap Research Institute
• Country: Switzerland
• State/Province: Valais
• City: Martigny
• Website: https://idiap.ch
• Street: Rue Marconi 19
• Postal Code: 1920

Contact

• State/Province: Valais
• City: Martigny
• Website: https://idiap.ch
• Street: Rue Marconi 19
• Postal Code: 1920