Training Coordinator (HSE-TS-ST-2026-14-GRAE)

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CERN is hiring a Training Coordinator in the Safety Training service of the HSE Department to plan, coordinate and support the delivery of Safety training activities at CERN in Geneva. The role covers scheduling and managing sessions through the Learning Management System, organizing administrative and logistical aspects, maintaining the training catalogue and acting on trainee feedback to drive continuous improvement, and coordinating with trainees, managers, internal and external trainers, safety officers and HR L&D to ensure a high quality, consistent service. The ideal candidate has strong MS Office skills, familiarity with LMS and digital learning tools, experience in planning training or events and coordinating suppliers, and a keen interest in learning and development and HSE topics; international environment experience is a plus. Eligibility requires CERN Member or Associate Member State nationality, a maximum of two years post graduation in HR, Business Administration, Education or related field with a Bachelor's or Master's degree, no prior CERN fellow or graduate contract, and a degree (PhD not eligible). The position is 24 months with possible extension to 36, hybrid work, 40 hours per week, starting 01 April 2026, and offers a monthly stipend of 5266-5793 CHF plus benefits; driving licence is required and the deadline is 13 February 2026 at 23 59 CET. Tips for applying include tailoring your CV to demonstrate LMS and training coordination experience, highlighting stakeholder management and measurable improvements, and showcasing English and French language skills and any international collaboration.

Job Description

You will join the Safety Training service within CERN's HSE Department, where you will plan, coordinate and support the delivery of Safety training activities. You will play a key role in the operational management of training sessions, ensuring that courses, facilities and equipment are organised efficiently and run smoothly.

Your responsibilities:

• Plan, schedule and manage training sessions, using CERN's Learning Management System (LMS).
• Organise training sessions, coordinating administrative, operational and logistical aspects.
• Maintain the training catalogue, contribute to set-up training programmes, ensure collection and analysis of feedback to support continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with stakeholders: trainees and managers, internal and external trainers, support services, Safety Officers, HR Learning & Development service, etc.
• Contribute to oversee and support service providers, ensuring quality and consistency of service delivery.

Your profile:

• Proficiency with computing tools such as MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, MS Forms).
• Familiarity with Learning Management platforms and digital learning tools is an advantage.
• Experience in planning and scheduling training courses, events or other activities.
• Experience with coordinating suppliers, contractors or service providers is an advantage.
• Strong interest in the learning & development field, as well as HSE topics.
• Experience in an international environment is an advantage.

Skills:

• Excellent organisational skills, with a proactive approach.
• Ability to set priorities, while remaining flexible and adaptable.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Service-oriented mindset, with rigour and attention to detail.
• Spoken and written both English and French.

Eligibility criteria:

• You are a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State.
• By the application deadline, you have a maximum of two years of professional experience since graduation in HR, Business Administration, Education (or a related field) and your highest educational qualification is either a Bachelor's or Master's degree.
• You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
• Applicants without University degree are not eligible.
• Applicants with a PhD are not eligible.

Additional Information

Job closing date: 13.02.2026 at 23:59 CET.

Contract duration: 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum.

Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job flexibility: Hybrid

Target start date: 01-April-2026

This position involves:

• A valid driving licence.

Job reference: HSE-TS-ST-2026-14-GRAE

Field of work: Health, Safety and Environment

Benchmark job: 5B0010 - Process/Services Assistant

Global Benefits

• A monthly stipend between 5266-5793 Swiss Francs per month (tax free) depending on your degree.
• 30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.
• Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.
• Family, child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances.
• A relocation package (installation grant and travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances.
• Possibility to extend your contract up to 36 months.
• On-the-job and formal training including language classes.

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