Head of Open Child and Youth Work

Head of Open Child and Youth Work (80 %) Do you want to commit yourself to the well-being of 44 600 people and undertake a meaningful task independently? Then you have come to the right place. Welcome to the municipality of Köniz. The municipality of Köniz, as the fourth largest municipality in the Canton of Bern, is characterized by its diversity and is the bridge between city and country. It employs around 800 employees in 100 professions. As of 1. January 2027 or by arrangement, the Department of Education Social Institutions and Sport, Prevention Unit, Child and Youth Work is looking for you as Head of Open Child and Youth Work (80 %) What you will achieve with us Professional, personnel and organizational management of the open child and youth work of the municipalities of Köniz and Kehrsatz Ensuring and further developing the offers and services together with the team as well as leading child and youth promotion projects Leading nine specialists as well as interns and civil service workers and promoting an appreciative team culture Responsible for quality and performance control as well as reporting to the Canton and municipality Planning and implementing public relations work Networking with relevant partners, institutions and the community as well as maintaining an effective cooperation How you inspire us Degree in Social Work FH/HF or equivalent training Leadership training or willingness to complete it Several years of leadership experience in the same or a similar function as well as professional experience in open child and youth work and in the management of child and youth projects Pronounced leadership, social and communication competence with a clear, appreciative and binding leadership attitude Structured, solution-oriented way of working as well as pronounced organizational skills Flexibility, resilience and willingness for occasional evening and rare weekend shifts What awaits you with us Appreciative, collegial cooperation and a good working atmosphere Compatibility of professional and private life: annual working hours, part-time work, care days and home office depending on the function Generous holiday regulations: at least 26 vacation days, additionally graduated vacation days according to age, 41-hour week as well as the possibility to take one or two unpaid weeks off Competence-based development opportunities as well as individual training and further education Opportunities to further develop the offers and implement projects in a dynamic environment Have we aroused your interest? Then we look forward to your complete online application. Additional information about the position will be gladly provided by , Head of Prevention Unit, Child and Youth Work, Tel. . Your HR contact Fawer HR Consultant Tel. Visit us at jpid5a5b184jm jit0832jm jiy26jm