Program Manager - Etelä-Karjalan hyvinvointialue - Lappeenranta, Finland

South Karelia Welfare Area is seeking a program manager to lead the regional initiative "South Karelia grows together". The role involves building and implementing a new regional operational model aimed at strengthening the well-being of children, youth, and families, and shifting focus to preventive and early support. The program manager will oversee the preparation and execution of the model, ensure cooperation between municipalities and the welfare area, and build a clear collaboration and monitoring system. The role requires a higher university degree, experience in leading services for children, youth, and families, and knowledge of social and health care or municipal sectors. The position is based in Lappeenranta, with a salary between 5000-5500 euros, and is temporary until December 31, 2030.