Student Development Coordinator

Glion Institute of Higher Education; Montreux; Vor Ort; CHF 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Glion Institute of Higher Education in Montreux is seeking a Residential Life Leader to design and oversee student development programs across campuses. You will mentor students, coordinate workshops, and work with alumni and industry partners to enrich the GIHE experience.

The role requires a Bachelor's in education or related field, fluency in English and French, and a willingness to travel and adapt to flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in education, student development, counselling, or related field.
• Fluent in English and French.
• Valid driving license.
• Experience in student development, event management, or similar role.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team of students.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong multitasking and prioritization.
• Willingness to travel across campuses or external venues.

Aufgaben

• Design and implement initiatives that promote student development, wellbeing, engagement, and leadership growth
• Mentor and support students in developing projects that enhance the GIHE student experience
• Organize and facilitate workshops, training sessions, and skill-development opportunities
• Collaborate with internal departments and external partners, alumni, and industry professionals to enrich student development programs
• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of student engagement initiatives, ensuring alignment with institutional objectives
• Lead the recruitment, onboarding, training, mentoring, and evaluation of Residential Life Leaders (RLLs)
• Oversee and expand the Residential Life Leader Program, including student-led projects and initiatives
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver high-quality Glion Summer Programs, managing logistics, stakeholder engagement, and student experience
• Recruit, train, and supervise student volunteers supporting events, programs, and campus initiatives
• Promote and coordinate extracurricular learning opportunities, certifications, competitions, and leadership development activities
• Act as the department's Quality Champion, ensuring compliance with institutional standards and fostering collaboration across leadership programs
• Support departmental operations through budget monitoring, intern supervision, inbox management, and accurate recording of student activities in institutional systems

Kenntnisse

Team leadership

Event management

Communication skills

Project management

Flexibility

Travel willingness

Bilingual English/French

Driving license

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in education, student development, counselling, or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Glion Institute of Higher Education, a Sommet Education Group brand, is a private Swiss institution shaping the future of hospitality and luxury management education across 3 campuses in Glion and Bulle (Switzerland) and London (UK).

3rd in Hospitality and Leisure Management, 3rd in employer reputation in the 2026 QS World University Ranking.

Accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) and Swiss Accreditation Council (SAC) as a University of Applied Sciences Institute.

Development, Distinctiveness, Joint Commitment, Openness and Sense of Service are the values driving our actions. We offer an innovative, collaborative and thriving environment.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement initiatives that promote student development, wellbeing, engagement, and leadership growth
• Mentor and support students in developing projects that enhance the GIHE student experience
• Organize and facilitate workshops, training sessions, and skill-development opportunities
• Collaborate with internal departments and external partners, alumni, and industry professionals to enrich student development programs
• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of student engagement initiatives, ensuring alignment with institutional objectives
• Lead the recruitment, onboarding, training, mentoring, and evaluation of Residential Life Leaders (RLLs)
• Oversee and expand the Residential Life Leader Program, including student-led projects and initiatives
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver high-quality Glion Summer Programs, managing logistics, stakeholder engagement, and student experience
• Recruit, train, and supervise student volunteers supporting events, programs, and campus initiatives
• Promote and coordinate extracurricular learning opportunities, certifications, competitions, and leadership development activities
• Act as the department's Quality Champion, ensuring compliance with institutional standards and fostering collaboration across leadership programs
• Support departmental operations through budget monitoring, intern supervision, inbox management, and accurate recording of student activities in institutional systems

Profile and experiences:

• Bachelor's degree in education, student development, counselling, or a related field is required
• Valid driving license is required
• Fluent in English and French
• Prior experience in student development, event management, or a similar role
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team of students
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize workload
• Ability to address student challenges proactively and effectively
• Able to adjust to a flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends where required
• Willingness to travel across multiple campuses or external venues as needed

Other information:

• Location: GIHE Sàrl, Route de Glion 111, 1823 Glion (travels to our Bulle campus will be required)
• Type of contract: undefined period of time contract