Head of the Education, Youth and Family Department

Join a municipality where it is good to live and build the future. Head of the Education, Youth and Family Department Join a municipality where it is good to live and build the future. Located on the sunny hillside overlooking the Rhône valley, the Commune de Savièse combines quality of life, dynamism, and proximity to its citizens. In full evolution, it offers a stimulating environment to those who wish to put their skills at the service of the public interest. The Commune de Savièse (VS) is creating the Education, Youth and Family department and is opening the position of Head of the Education, Youth and Family Department Your mission You ensure the strategic, organizational, administrative, and financial direction of the Education, Youth and Family department. You develop a coherent municipal policy in favor of children, youth, and families and ensure the quality of services delivered to the population. Your main responsibilities Define and implement the department's strategy. Direct the reception structures and the library. Support the teams as well as the sector managers. Ensure the management of human resources, procedures, and organization. Promote a collaborative and constructive working climate. Maintain quality relationships with parents and authorities. Develop and pilot the budget as well as financial monitoring. Develop services related to early childhood, after-school care, youth, and the library. Coordinate municipal policies in favor of children, youth, and families. Develop partnerships with authorities, associations, and institutions. Supervise projects related to infrastructure, mobility, school transport, and security. Represent the Commune with cantonal and regional partners. Your profile You demonstrate a strong sense of public service and strategic vision. Your excellent communication and negotiation skills are expressed through leadership that unites multidisciplinary teams and creates partnerships. You possess solid project coordination skills for developing the public policy defined by the municipal executive and real abilities to lead change. Solid management experience in the social sector is an asset. Education and experience University or HES degree in the field of social work, social sciences, or equivalent training. Complementary training in management, team leadership, or organizational management. Confirmed experience in team leadership and management within a public or quasi-public organization. Solid skills in project management and budget management. Good knowledge of public policies regarding children, youth, and families, as well as the functioning of public authorities. Interested persons are invited to submit their complete application file (CV, cover letter, and references) directly via this Jobup advertisement, until September 4, 2026. jpid2a9130ajm jpit0834jm jpiy26jm