Position Summary: We are seeking a General Director to lead an influential associative entity in Gipuzkoa, driven by families and committed to improving the quality of life and inclusion of people with support needs. Key Highlights: 1. Lead strategy and drive the strategic plan together with the Board of Directors. 2. Represent the organization and foster strategic alliances. 3. Develop and lead a team committed to social values. **GENERAL DIRECTOR** ===================== Donostialdea · Posted on 2026\-02\-27 **COMPANY DESCRIPTION** ----------------------- We are looking for the person who will assume the **General Director** role at a leading third-sector associative entity in Gipuzkoa. Its history stems from the firm 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 entity—comprising a large professional team and driven by families—develops services, alliances, and transformative projects aimed at improving the quality of life of people with support needs and their families. It provides comprehensive, close, and personalized support throughout the entire life cycle of service users. ### **POSITION DESCRIPTION + RESPONSIBILITIES** Do you want to lead a family association—a leading associative entity in Gipuzkoa—with strong social commitment? Do you see yourself representing the organization before institutions and companies, forging 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 people with diverse profiles and responsibilities? Do you have experience managing integrated services and care centers distributed across the territory? Does it excite you to contribute to improving people’s quality of life and transforming society toward greater inclusion? **Then, we are looking for you!** We seek a person to fill the **General Director** position 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, proximity, and forward-looking vision. **WHAT WILL YOUR DAY-TO-DAY LOOK LIKE?** Reporting to the Board of Directors and working alongside the Management Council, the hired person will lead the association’s strategic plan. * **Lead strategy** together with the Board of Directors, driving the strategic plan and the annual management plan jointly with the Management Council. * **Ensure the overall functioning of the association**, coordinating all areas and key processes, including relations with the Board of Directors and staff committees. * **Represent the organization before public administrations** (Basque Government, Provincial Council of Gipuzkoa, municipal councils, etc.) and other key organizations in the sector and region. * **Foster collaboration with other entities**, promoting strategic alliances. * **Develop, mentor, and lead the team**, ensuring an inclusive, participatory work environment grounded 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 across all processes. ### **MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS** THIS IS WHAT WE VALUE: * **Education**: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Management, Law, or equivalent. * **Experience**: Minimum 5 years in directorial or leadership positions. * **Technical knowledge**: * Knowledge and ability to manage projects, negotiate agreements, and establish strategic alliances. * Skills to communicate effectively with various stakeholders: families, service users, institutions, society, etc. * Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and complex projects. * **Management of services and care centers**: portfolio design, process standardization, manuals/protocols, staffing ratios, licenses, and inspections. * **Public funding and contracting**: calls for proposals, grants, and service agreements; **technical and financial preparation and justification**; basic understanding of public procurement. * **Languages**: Basque language is mandatory. * Driving license. Personal vehicle required. ### **WHY WORK WITH US?** WHAT WE OFFER: * A high-impact social 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 deeply rooted in the associative movement and fully aligned with the entity’s mission. * Onboarding support during the first months to ensure an orderly transition, with assistance from the current General Director. * Indefinite full-time contract, with salary commensurate with your profile and professional experience. * A work environment combining social commitment, teamwork, and professional development—where every contribution matters. **Does this fit you?** **Details** ------------ Location Gipuzkoa Sector Third sector On-site/Remote/Hybrid On-site Contract type Indefinite Working hours Full-time Share this job posting #### **GISMA GROUP**