Director of Education

Perhon kunta

Full-time Science, Research and Teaching
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Location
perho, manner suomi, Finland
Posted
July 21, 2026

Job Description

Overview

The position requires a higher university degree suitable for the role, and additionally we require knowledge of the administration and laws of the sector, familiarity with OVTES, and experience in municipal administration tasks. We value leadership skills, strategic expertise, good negotiation and interaction skills, as well as an active development attitude. The Director of Education acts as the head of the department within the Education and Welfare Services main responsibility area. The main responsibility area includes administration of the sector, early childhood education and pre-primary education, basic education and after-school activities, secondary education, as well as sports, youth, library, and cultural services. The role also includes acting as the responsible official for the municipalityโ€™s library and cultural services. The duties also involve preparing and presenting matters for the Education and Welfare Committee. The Director of Education lea...