Donostialdea · Posted on 2025\-11\-14 COMPANY DESCRIPTION We are looking for a person to take on the General Management of a leading third-sector associative entity in Gipuzkoa. Its history began with the strong determination of a group of families who, with more enthusiasm than resources, decided to organize themselves so that their daughters and sons with support needs would receive care tailored to their reality. Today, the organization—made up of a large professional team and driven by families—develops transformative services, alliances, and projects to improve the quality of life of people with support needs and their families. It offers a comprehensive, close, and personalized response throughout the entire life cycle of service users. POSITION DESCRIPTION \+ RESPONSIBILITIES Do you want to lead a family association, a reference associative entity in Gipuzkoa, with a strong social commitment? Do you see yourself representing an organization before institutions and companies, creating alliances and defending the interests of service users and their families? Are you a person with a global vision, social sensitivity, and the ability to motivate and coordinate individuals with diverse profiles and responsibilities? Do you have experience managing comprehensive services and care centers distributed across the territory? Are you excited about contributing to improving people's quality of life and transforming society toward greater inclusion? Then, we are looking for you! We are seeking a person to fill the position of General Manager to lead and coordinate all areas of the association, represent the organization before institutions and social agents, and ensure its purpose—improving the lives of people and their families—is fulfilled with quality, closeness, and a forward-looking vision. WHAT WILL YOUR DAY TO DAY BE LIKE? Reporting to the Board of Directors and working alongside the Management Council, the hired candidate will lead the association’s strategic plan. * Lead strategy development together with the Board of Directors, driving the strategic plan and annual management plan with the Management Council. * Ensure the overall functioning of the association by coordinating all key areas and processes, including relations with the Board of Directors and employee committees. * Represent the organization before public administrations (Basque Government, Provincial Council of Gipuzkoa, municipalities, etc.) and other key organizations within the sector and region. * Promote collaboration with other entities by fostering strategic alliances. * Develop, support, and lead the team, ensuring an inclusive, participatory work environment rooted in the association’s values. * Publicly promote the association, reinforcing its identity and social impact. * Ensure legal and ethical compliance, guaranteeing transparency, equality, and quality in all processes. MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS **WHAT WE VALUE:** * Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, or related fields. * Experience: Minimum of 5 years in management or leadership roles. * Technical knowledge: * Knowledge and ability to manage projects, negotiate agreements, and build strategic alliances. * Skills to communicate effectively with various stakeholders: families, service users, institutions, society, etc. * Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and complex projects. * Management of care services and centers: service portfolio design, process standardization, manuals/protocols, staffing ratios, licenses, and inspections. * Public funding and contracting: calls for proposals, grants and agreements; technical and financial preparation and reporting; understanding of public procurement. * Languages: Fluency in Basque is essential. * Driver's license. Personal vehicle required. WHY WORK WITH US? **WHAT WE OFFER:** * A socially impactful project in Gipuzkoa, driven by families and strongly committed to inclusion and improving people's quality of life. * The opportunity to join a team of professionals with a deep sense of belonging to the associative movement and aligned with the organization’s mission. * Support during the first months to ensure an orderly transition, with guidance from the current General Manager to facilitate handover. * Full-time permanent contract, with a salary commensurate to your profile and professional experience. * A work environment combining social commitment, teamwork, and professional development, where every contribution matters. Does this fit you? Apply for this position Details Location Gipuzkoa Sector Third sector Presencial/Online/Híbrido On-site Contract type Permanent Working hours Full-time Share this job offer GRUPO GISMA Job offers