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”.
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Head of Change Management (80-100%)
Location: Wangen b. Düb. &/or Geneva
When: 01. January 2027 or upon availability
Your mission:
Reporting to the Chief of Staff, you lead Skyguide's Change Management function and ensure the successful delivery of strategic transformation initiatives across the organisation. Through the leadership of Project Managers and Change Managers, you ensure effective change delivery, stakeholder adoption and sustainable business outcomes in support of Skyguide's vision and strategy.
Your tasks:
- Lead and develop Skyguide's Change Management function and a multidisciplinary team of approximately 35 Project Managers and Change Managers
- Ensure the successful delivery of strategic, operational and technical transformation initiatives across the organisation
- Manage enterprise-wide change delivery capacity, resource allocation and portfolio prioritisation
- Continuously improve project and change management methodologies, standards and governance
- Partner with Business Units, Sponsors and key stakeholders to drive effective change delivery and business adoption
- Monitor delivery performance, resolve escalations and foster a culture of continuous improvement
What we are looking for:
- Higher education or equivalent professional experience with 8-10 years in portfolio, programme and/or change management, including leadership responsibility
- Proven experience leading teams and complex cross-functional initiatives in matrix organisations
- Solid command of project, programme and change management methodologies in complex operational environments
- Experience in aviation or another highly regulated and safety-critical environment is a strong advantage
- Holistic Thinking: You connect strategic priorities with operational execution, navigate complexity and make balanced decisions that create value across the organisation
- Transformation: You drive change by creating alignment, building commitment and enabling sustainable adoption across diverse stakeholder groups
- Fluent in English, with a strong command of either German or French
What we offer:
We offer flexible working options, depending on the role, and a competitive salary with attractive working conditions and numerous fringe benefits. Our employees have access to a wide range of training opportunities to support their growth and development. As an equal-opportunity employer, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team, bringing together people of different identities and backgrounds.