Service Area Director for disability and elderly services and procurements

Service Area Director leading the disability and elderly services domain within the new regional welfare area to be established in 2027. The role encompasses directing the organizing and procurement of services for disability and elderly customers, including home-based services, long- and short-term 24/7 care housing, and coordinating with internal production and external procurement. The director will participate in planning and implementing new service structures and act as a member of the area’s management team, guiding the division’s budget (approximately 188 million euros) and a staff of around 50, with services reaching roughly 11,000 elderly and 5,000 disabled customers. The position requires a higher university degree, proven leadership experience in demanding management roles, strategic thinking, strong procurement and financial management skills, and excellent Finnish and satisfactory Swedish written and spoken skills, along with strong interpersonal and negotiation abilities. The contract starts 1 January 2027 or by agreement, with full-time status and a six-month trial period. The organization offers opportunities to develop professional skills and work with multiple stakeholders, alongside a professional and growth-focused staff.

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