Leader for Pilersitsivik Ilulissat

We are looking for a subject teacher with skills in workshop work, who can also take on a leadership role. The person must be able to take responsibility for planning, coordination, and daily management of Pilersitsivik. Employment from August 1, 2026, or by further agreement.

Pilersitsivik

Pilersitsivik is a new program in Avannaata Municipality since 2025. The program is aimed at young people who have not yet started their education or employment, and it offers a non-academic course with a strong emphasis on personal development. Pilersitsivik provides students with opportunities for work in the kitchen, in a creative space, and in the workshop. The purpose of the school stay is to prepare students for education or employment after the completion of the program.

Work and areas of responsibility:

Plan and execute creative activities and projects, including excursions.

·Responsibility for two employees in Pilersitsivik.

A candidate who can teach workshop knowledge is preferred.

Motivational conversations and activities.

·Help students based on their situation, including supporting them in starting their education or work.

·Outreach work and contact with various companies/educational institutions for the purpose of collaboration

Develop the position in collaboration with other employees at Majoriaq.

We expect you to actively participate in the daily operations of Pilersitsvik and distribute tasks so that the students experience an understanding of the tasks and develop a sense of responsibility.

Qualifications:

• Is trained in the crafts industry or similar.
• Has pedagogical understanding of young people with challenges.
• Want to work for young people between 16-25 years old.
• Is diligent and punctual, and has no issues with alcohol and other substances.
• Is bilingual, Greenlandic and Danish, but it is not a requirement.

You should consider the possibility of further education in the field, especially during the pedagogical basic education and the counseling education.

Salary and employment conditions:

The employment takes place according to the applicable collective agreement for leaders within the agreement between the Government of Greenland and SIK, or employment according to the AK functional agreement.

Further information about the position can be obtained by contacting Majoriaq Center Leader in Ilulissat, Rosannguaq Petersen, by calling tel.: 38 75 32 or by sending an email to; ropn@avannaata.gl.

Applications accompanied by copies of relevant examination papers, CV, as well as testimonials and references should be sent through the Avannaata Municipality's website: with the subject Application for leader of Pilersitsivik Ilulissat.

Application deadline: June 18, 2026

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