GENERAL DIRECTORATE

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Position Summary: We are seeking a General Director to lead a third-sector associative organization in Gipuzkoa, advancing its social mission and coordinating all its areas. Key Highlights: 1. Lead an association of families with a strong social commitment. 2. Represent the organization before institutions and build alliances. 3. Contribute to improving quality of life and social inclusion. **GENERAL DIRECTORATE** ===================== Donostialdea · Posted on 2026\-02\-27 **COMPANY DESCRIPTION** ----------------------- We are looking for the person who will assume the **General Directorate** of a leading third-sector associative organization 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 organization—comprising a broad professional team and driven by families—develops services, alliances, and transformative projects to improve the quality of life of people with support needs and their families. It provides comprehensive, close, and personalized responses throughout the entire life cycle of service users. ### **POSITION DESCRIPTION \+ RESPONSIBILITIES** Do you want to lead a leading family-based associative organization in Gipuzkoa with a strong social commitment? Do you see yourself representing the organization before institutions and companies, building 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 inspire 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 Directorship** position to lead and coordinate all association areas, 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 selected candidate will lead the association’s strategic plan. * **Lead strategy**, together with the Board of Directors, driving the strategic plan and annual management plan jointly with the Management Council. * **Ensure the overall functioning of the association**, coordinating all key areas and processes—including relations with the Board of Directors and staff committees. * **Represent the organization before public administrations** (Basque Government, Provincial Council of Gipuzkoa, municipalities, etc.) and other key sectoral and territorial organizations. * **Foster collaboration with other entities**, promoting strategic alliances. * **Develop, support, 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 (ADE), Law, or equivalent. * **Experience**: Minimum 5 years in directorial or leadership roles. * **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 economic preparation and justification**; basic understanding of public procurement. * **Languages**: Basque language is mandatory. * 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 deeply rooted in the associative movement and aligned with the organization’s mission. * Support during the first months to ensure an orderly transition, including assistance from the current General Director. * An indefinite full-time contract with a 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 offer #### **GISMA GROUP**