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Skyguide provides air navigation services in Switzerland and parts of neighbouring countries. With around 1500 employees from more than 30 nations, , we are pursuing an ambitious innovation strategy that is based on a strong safety and learning culture., We are guided by four values: “We team up to succeed”, “We drive innovation”, “We own what we do” and, finally, “We create great customer value”. , Are you interested in finding out more? We want you to join us as a/an

People development is a strategic asset for Skyguide. You strive for a modern, student-centered learning environment for our operational and technical employees, managers and experts for incumbents and well as the new generation of learners

Your tasks:

• Lead the Skyguide Academy with approx. 300 employees and a budget of ca. 30 mCHF
• Further develop the established Skyguide Academy domain strategy
• Foster innovation and development in the areas of People, Technology and Philosophy with the main goal, to improve the ATCO demand fulfilment and success rate
• Operate and further develop the Air Traffic Controller training
• Create adequate learning structures in a digitalized world which enables the development of all people within Skyguide. Encourage people for a lifelong learning
• Support Skyguide to adapt, innovate and compete
• Ensure a seamless cooperation with internal and external stakeholders
• Represent the Skyguide Academy in international training bodies
• Report directly to the Chief HR Officer and work closely with the Operations and the Technical Department

What we are looking for:

• Expert in adult learning with strong leadership skills and the ability to manage large teams
• Experience in managing change processes and complexity
• Business acumen and the ability to manage customers, partners, regulatory authorities and stakeholders well, preferably in the Air Traffic Management business
• Strong customer service orientation with excellent communication skills
• Team player with high sense of accountability
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills in a multicultural environment
• Ability to interact with high-level management and Trade Unions
• Excellent knowledge in English, French and German are mandatory