Public Relations and Communications Assistant

• 28 October 2026
• 100%
• Permanent position
• Petit-Lancy

Join the FOJ as a Public Relations and Communication Assistant. Shape youth development!

Tasks ##

• Support communication manager with administrative tasks.
• Assist in organizing communication actions and events.
• Create communication materials and manage social media.

Skills ##

• Completed gymnasium maturity with a recognized diploma.
• Proficient in graphic design tools like InDesign.
• Strong writing skills in French with attention to detail.

Public Relations and Communications Assistant

• Full-time

Company Description

The Official Youth Foundation (FOJ) aims to promote the psycho-social development of children, adolescents and young people in difficulty, in collaboration with parents and partner institutions. Bound by a service contract with the State of Geneva, the FOJ is committed to the protection and defence of the interests of the child.

To fulfil its mission, the institution manages 47 structures spread across the Canton of Geneva and has 500 places for minors and young adults, offering educational outpatient services at home. The FOJ is composed of 670 employees.

To successfully carry out its mission, the FOJ is seeking a public relations and communications assistant to join the General Secretariat within the communications department.

Job Description

Assist the communications manager in their role and perform related administrative tasks.

Participate in the preparation of communication actions by making suggestions regarding the implementation of concepts proposed by the communications manager and by taking part in the organisation of events and/or communication actions.

Manage public relations in close collaboration with the communications manager.

Create communication materials (institutional brochures, leaflets, annual report, magazine, etc.).

Update the website and intranet.

Develop social media networks.

Perform other administrative tasks related to the position.

Work rate: 80%

Contract start: 1 February 2027

Contract type: Permanent

Grade: 14 according to the State of Geneva salary scale

Application deadline: 30 October 2026

Qualifications

Secondary school leaving certificate complemented by a recognised diploma in the field.

Proficiency in graphic design tools (Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).

Strong attention to detail.

Excellent writing skills in French.

Initiative-taking, dynamic and attentive.

Minimum 3 years of professional experience in the field.

Additional Information

Must be Swiss nationality or hold a valid work permit.

If you meet these criteria and are interested in the position, we would be pleased to receive your complete application dossier as attachments, including:

• CV
• cover letter
• copies of work certificates and diplomas

NB: clean criminal records are required

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