Interim Operations Director

Ref 2578822 | Date: 14 Sept 2026

Michael Page

As part of a managerial transition period, our client is looking for an Interim Operations Director for a mission of approximately six months. As a member of the executive committee, the selected person will ensure the continuity of operations, the management of support functions, and the support of teams.

Interim Operations Director (6 months)

Our client is a Foundation under Swiss law.

Missions

• Ensure the direction and coordination of the foundation's operational activities.
• Guarantee the continuity and quality of services delivered to beneficiaries and stakeholders.
• Supervise, unite, and support team leaders and their employees.
• Manage support functions (finance, human resources, administration, infrastructure, IT, and purchasing according to the organization in place).
• Ensure the proper execution of budgets, the monitoring of performance indicators, and the optimization of processes.
• Identify operational risks and implement the necessary corrective measures.
• Prepare strategic files and reporting intended for General Management and the Foundation Board.
• Ensure the monitoring of transformation projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Represent the foundation to institutional partners, authorities, and external service providers when necessary.
• Contribute to maintaining a constructive social climate and quality dialogue with all stakeholders.

Candidate Profile

• Higher university education or equivalent.
• Proven experience in an operations management function, deputy general management, or management of an entity of comparable size.
• Experience within non-profit, quasi-public, institutional, or highly regulated organizations constitutes an asset.
• Excellent ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and manage transition contexts.
• Solid skills in budget management, governance, and change management.
• Unifying leadership, pragmatism, political sense, and decision-making ability.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in French; knowledge of English constitutes an advantage.

Conditions and Benefits

• Interim mission for a duration of 6 months.
• Activity rate: 60-100 %.
• Start date: as soon as possible.
• Based in Suisse romande.
• Residence in Switzerland or ability to work in Switzerland required.

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