Center Manager for Majoriaq Ittoqqortoormiit

Majoriaq is characterized by a one-door principle, which means that citizens can seek guidance in one place regardless of whether they want advice on work or education. This gives Majoriaq a central role in upgrading the skills of the workforce, which is why we believe it is important for a center manager in Majoriaq Ittoqqortoormiit to be engaged, skilled, and visible, and to be passionate about following and promoting the visions of Majoriaq. The desired start date is September 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter, but we are willing to wait for the right candidate, which is why it is also important to submit an application that clearly expresses the motivation to participate in the development of citizens' skills.

The position is placed under the Municipality of Sermersooq's administration for Welfare and Labor Market, where the head of Job & Social Services is the immediate superior.

The center leader for Majoriaq Ittoqqortoormiit has 3 main work and responsibility tasks: job and guidance, qualification (academic and non-academic), and administration/operations, where the center leader's role in daily activities is to create coherence in the activities of each department, and especially to support development in accordance with the objectives.

All employees at Majoriaq work based on the values, which is why all applicants for the position are expected to adhere to the values, which are:

Professionalism – to master the subject at the right level

·Community perspective – to have an understanding of the local community in problem-solving

Execution – to successfully achieve the core task

Holistic understanding – seeing Majoriaq as a whole

·Strategy – to set direction and framework for Majoriaq

·Communication – to engage in dialogue internally and externally

·Development – to empower people, processes, and the organization

Guidance – working professionally with the core task.

You will therefore work as the center manager in Majoriaq, where your task is to lead the implementation of the strategies outlined by the Municipal Council together with your employees in the effort to motivate young people and adults to be ready to start a job or education in collaboration with public and private companies.

The content of the position:

·Overall management of Majoriaq Ittoqqortoormiit

To ensure that development takes place, follows the frameworks and the agreed strategies, and that these are followed up.

To ensure that there is sparring with the department heads and that collaboration among the staff continues to develop.

·Contribute to the development of staff competencies

Contribute to the continued development of collaboration with labor market partners, educational institutions, and the municipality's administrations.

·To assist in the preparation of case presentations for the political committee

·To participate in the solution of various ad hoc tasks

Expectations:

You have a professional education and management experience.

You have knowledge of the legislation in the field of education and the labor market.

You have knowledge of working with budgets and accounts.

You are results-oriented and assertive.

You maintain an overview in all situations and handle conflicts.

You are a initiator and inspirer.

Has a present, appreciative, and positive leadership and collaboration style

You can participate in identifying wishes and needs in the labor market.

Being bilingual in Greenlandic and Danish is an advantage, but not a requirement.

We offer:

A challenging job with opportunities to shape the content yourself and have significant independent responsibility in an organization in development and change. We emphasize a solid onboarding process for both the job and the workplace and strive to ensure a good collaborative climate with close managerial support as well as room for initiative and creativity. There will be an opportunity to pursue a leadership education.

Criminal record:

This position is subject to the law requiring the collection of a criminal record. According to the law, employment can only begin once the municipality has received a criminal record. We would therefore like to point out that the start date can only be agreed upon once the municipality has received the criminal record from the police.

Salary and employment conditions:

Salary and employment conditions are in accordance with the applicable agreement between the Government of Greenland, according to the agreement/collective agreement in force at the time of appointment between the Government of Greenland and the relevant negotiating organization.

The employment will be subject to a 3-month probation period.

Housing:

A staff housing option will be available for the position, for which a deposit and rent, utilities, etc. will be paid according to the applicable rules for rent payment in the Greenland Self-Government and the municipality's properties in Greenland. If permanent staff housing cannot be made available immediately upon commencement, employees entitled to temporary housing will be offered a temporary rental unit, for which rent, utilities, etc. will be paid in accordance with the above. For further information about rent, including utilities, etc., please refer to the information at: www.iserit.gl

The start date is dependent on when a staff accommodation is available. A relocation travel allowance and moving expenses for household goods are provided in accordance with applicable regulations.

Further information can be obtained from:

If the position interests you, you are welcome to contact for further information about the position and associated tasks to: Head of Department Bea Mølgaard Lennert, phone +299 36 81 35 or email: ks54bele@sermersooq.gl

Application:

Applications marked with Job no. 641-26, and attached educational certificates and documentation of previous employment, etc., must be uploaded before the deadline expires.

How to apply:

Applications must be submitted electronically, via the link at the bottom of this page, where you can attach your application and CV.