The International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF), founded in 1908, is the worldwide governing body for ice hockey with 84 member associations. In addition to overseeing international rules, officiating, player transfers, and development programs, the IIHF organizes ice hockey at the Olympic Games and runs over 25 World Championship tournaments each year across men’s, women’s, and junior categories.
As the first point of contact at the IIHF Office, you will play a crucial role in representing our organization. You will ensure a warm welcome for all visitors and provide seamless administrative support to keep our daily operations running smoothly.
Answering phone calls and directing inquiries appropriately
Managing the reception, receiving packages, and ensuring they reach the correct person
Welcoming external guests, offering refreshments, and notifying relevant IIHF staff of their arrival
Managing and scheduling meeting rooms
Coordinating food and beverage orders for upcoming meetings
Preparing gift bags for meetings hosted at the IIHF Office
Monitoring, ordering, and controlling office supplies
Supporting all departments with various administrative tasks
Previous experience in reception, hospitality, or office administration
Service-oriented mindset with a welcoming and professional demeanor
Excellent organizational talent with the ability to multitask
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including fluency in English & German
Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Eligibility: A valid Swiss work permit or EU/EFTA citizenship is required for this position
We offer you exciting and varied tasks with independence and responsibility within the global ice hockey environment. In addition, a motivated team and attractive employment conditions await you.
The first-round interviews will start around mid-October 2026.
To apply for this position, please send your CV, reference letters and diplomas as a PDF file to job@iihf.com.
International Ice Hockey Federation
Michael Schön
HR Administrator
Tel: +41 44 562 22 27
E-Mail: job@iihf.com

