Head of Strategy

Company Description

Female Leadership Society (FLS) is Switzerland’s first community dedicated to empowering the next generation of female MBA leaders. Through mentorship and intergenerational exchange, FLS connects ambitious professionals with experienced leaders to create space for learning, growth, and confident career transitions. The organization is built on three pillars: education, community, and well-being, supporting sustainable and balanced leadership. With a holistic approach and a focus on emerging industries, FLS emphasizes new leadership models, modern ways of working, and mobility. Applicants join a growing community actively shaping the future of leadership in Switzerland and beyond.

Role Description

The Head of Strategy is a part-time volunteer, hybrid role based in Switzerland, with a mix of on-site collaboration and work-from-home flexibility. This role is responsible for developing and refining FLS’s long-term strategic vision, aligning programs, partnerships, and community initiatives with the organization’s mission and growth goals. Day-to-day tasks include conducting market and community needs analyses, defining strategic priorities, and translating them into actionable plans for education, community, and well-being offerings. The Head of Strategy collaborates with the leadership team, advisors, and volunteers to design sustainable business models, oversee key projects, and evaluate impact using clear metrics. The role also involves preparing strategic presentations, engaging with external partners and stakeholders, and ensuring FLS remains at the forefront of leadership development in emerging industries.

Qualifications

• Strong strategic planning and business planning skills, with experience designing and implementing organizational or program strategies.
• Advanced analytical skills to assess market trends, community needs, impact data, and organizational performance.
• Background in finance sufficient to support budgeting, resource allocation, and sustainable business models.
• Experience in consulting or advisory roles, particularly in leadership development, education, or social impact organizations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to collaborate across cultures and generations.
• Proven ability to work independently in a hybrid environment and coordinate multiple projects in a part-time capacity.
• Relevant academic background (e.g., MBA, Business, Economics, Public Policy, or related field) is highly beneficial.
• Interest or experience in emerging industries, diversity and inclusion, and modern leadership models is an advantage.

Commitment

Min. 1 year

Contact

lucia@swissfls.ch