Vice-Chair, Executive Board

The Company is in search of a Vice-Chair for its Executive Board, a key leadership role with a focus on broad operational management. The successful candidate will be an experienced executive with a background in a complex, managerial environment, and a strong commitment to the societal mission of the institution. Responsibilities include overseeing campus and facilities, finance, control and administration, human resources, and information and technology services. The Vice-Chair will also be involved in privacy, area development, sustainability, and integrated security. This role demands a strategic thinker who can translate the university's vision into effective operational practices, ensuring the development of education, research, and impact. Collaboration, particularly between faculties and central organization, is essential, as is the ability to address key challenges such as digitalization, AI, and sustainability. The ideal candidate for the Vice-Chair position at the company will be a team player, a bridge-builder, and a calm leader, even in crisis situations. They should have a curious and open attitude, demonstrate courage in driving transformation, and possess excellent communication skills to engage with diverse stakeholders. The role requires a deep understanding of business operations, and experience in professional organizations within the semi-public or public sector, and in higher education, is highly valued. The Vice-Chair will be expected to give employees confidence and responsibility, and to foster a culture of development and innovation. The company is particularly interested in candidates with diverse cultural and gender backgrounds, and experiences, and is committed to a recruitment process that reflects this value.