Head (m/f/d) Knowledge Exchange & Education, Member of the Management Board (100%)
The Swiss Finance Institute (SFI) is a not-for-profit foundation created in 2006. SFI's purpose is to promote world-class research and education in Switzerland in the areas of banking and finance. Through its support of fundamental research, doctoral training, knowledge exchange, and continuing education, SFI furthers Switzerland as a scientific and financial center. With support from its founders-the Swiss banking industry and leading Swiss universities-SFI combines academic excellence with practical experience. SFI is regularly ranked in the top 10 finance research institutions worldwide by the W. P. Carey School of Business, and it was ranked No. 1 in 2019. Based in Basel, Geneva, Lausanne, Lugano, St. Gallen, and Zurich, SFI comprises nearly 100 professors and a small foundation staff in Zurich and Geneva.
A central activity of the institute is the exchange of knowledge between academia and the Swiss banking sector. At SFI, knowledge exchange means creating a structured two-way bridge between academic research and practical application: SFI faculty share research-based insights with experienced professionals in the financial industry, while practitioners provide perspectives on current market developments, strategic challenges, and emerging questions that can inform future research. This mission is pursued through formats such as SFI Master Classes, short continuing education sessions, SFI Knowledge Exchange Seminars, roundtables for highly senior industry participants, conferences, and industryoriented publications. In doing so, SFI helps to make academic expertise accessible and relevant to the Swiss financial sector while strengthening the dialogue between researchers and decision-makers in banking and finance. To strengthen our Knowledge Exchange & Education team in Zurich, we are looking for a highly motivated professional to join us as of November 1st, 2026, or by mutual agreement:
Head (m/f/d) Knowledge Exchange & Education, Member of the Management Board (100%)
In this role, you will be responsible for implementing SFI's knowledge exchange and education strategy and translating it into high-quality activities, formats, and offerings for the Swiss financial sector. This includes defining relevant content in close coordination with industry partners and SFI faculty, as well as ensuring that SFI's activities effectively bridge academic research and industry practice. Together with your small team across two locations, you will further develop existing formats, coordinate their implementation, and support their successful positioning and marketing. You will ensure efficient resource management, maintain high quality standards, and liaise with senior participants and partners from finance and academia. You report to the Managing Director of the Institute.
Your profile:
Academic Understanding: You have an excellent understanding of academic research in banking and finance, supported by a university degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field.
Industry Expertise: You are a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of the banking and finance sector, and education landscape.
Proven Leadership: You have solid project management experience and a proven track record of leading and motivating teams in a comparable role.
Communication & Networking: You communicate excellently in English and German, both spoken and written; additional language skills, especially French, are a significant advantage. You have the entrepreneurial flair to build lasting professional relationships and are a strong team player.
Strategic Mindset: You combine a strong "big picture" perspective with meticulous attention to detail and are comfortable managing several complex priorities in parallel.
Travel Readiness: You are willing to travel regularly across Switzerland.
What we offer:
Strategic exposure: A unique opportunity to engage closely with leading academics, senior representatives of the Swiss financial industry, and key institutional stakeholders.
Entrepreneurial responsibility: A highly autonomous and visible role with the mandate to further develop an important part of SFI's mission and create tangible impact.
Dynamic & flexible environment: A collaborative, intellectually stimulating, and supportive workplace with a flexible hybrid work model.
We look forward to receiving your application, including your CV and salary expectations, via email to (at). We will review applications on an ongoing basis and reserve the right to close the process once a suitable candidate has been identified. Early applications are encouraged. jid082260aa jit0623a jiy26a weniger ansehen

SENIOR FINANCIAL ANALYST
ABOUT SWEMCO AG
SWEMCO AG is a Zurich-based family office focused on natural resources, with investments in different assets across Africa and the Middle East. The firm combines a long-term ownership perspective with a hands-on approach to operational and financial management across frontier-market jurisdictions.
THE ROLE
We are looking for a sharp, driven Senior Financial Analyst to join our small Zurich-based team. You will work directly with senior management and shareholders, owning financial models, supporting investment decisions, and providing rigorous analysis across the portfolio. The role involves regular travel to operating sites and partner locations in Africa, the Middle East, and the US.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Build, maintain, and stress-test detailed financial models covering life-of-mine plans, project valuations, and portfolio scenarios.
Prepare investment analyses, business cases, and financial due diligence for new opportunities and ongoing investments.
Monitor portfolio performance: track actuals against budgets, flag variances, and produce clear management reporting.
Support the structuring of project finance transactions, including debt sizing, cash flow modelling, and covenant analysis.
Analyze the financial impact of regulatory changes, currency movements, and commodity price fluctuations across operating jurisdictions.
Conduct research into developing-country fiscal regimes, currency controls, and investment frameworks relevant to existing and prospective investments.
Prepare materials for lenders, investors, and the Board, translating complex analysis into clear, decision-ready outputs.
Travel to operating sites and partner meetings as required to gather ground-level data and support local teams.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Essential
5-8 years of experience in financial analysis, investment analysis, project finance, or a related field.
Exceptional financial modelling skills - you build models from scratch and know every assumption in them.
Experience working with, or strong interest in, developing-country markets: currency risk, regulatory complexity, and frontier-market dynamics.
Strong analytical mindset: comfortable with ambiguous data, multiple scenarios, and fast-changing operating environments.
Solid understanding of core investment analysis metrics (IRR, NPV, MOIC, payback period) and their application in financial modelling and investment evaluation
Willingness to travel extensively, including to remote and challenging locations.
Advantageous
Background in natural resources, mining, energy, construction or infrastructure finance.
Familiarity with project finance structures, DFI lending, and commodity-backed facilities.
Knowledge of regulatory and fiscal environments
Knowledge in English is essential, French is beneficial.
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive compensation package with performance-linked bonus.
Direct exposure to senior decision-making in a lean, high-impact team.
A genuinely international role - no two weeks look the same.
The opportunity to develop deep expertise in frontier-market resource finance. jid7697cb5a jit0623a jiy26a weniger ansehen