Head of Home Support Services

The Freiburg Red Cross (SRC) is a founded cantonal association and member of the Swiss Red Cross. Our association employs around 160 staff members, is supported by 500 volunteers, and is active in the fields of health and social services. We are particularly committed to all people in need and respect the principles of the Red Cross.We are looking for a Head of Home Support Division (Member of the Executive Board)You are responsible for the administration of all services in the area of home care for seniors as well as support for families. This area of responsibility includes in particular the Red Cross transport service, home visits, the Red Cross emergency call system, relief for relatives, assisted meals, and emergency care for sick children. In this role, you will rely on a team of ten specialized, motivated, and experienced employees. This team is supplemented by 30 external staff members who work in the area of support for relatives as well as in the service for emergency childcare at home. Of the approximately 500 volunteers involved in the institution, about 200 are involved in the activities of your division. As a member of the Executive Board, you contribute to the decisions of the institution and are responsible for them to the affected employees, volunteers, and partners.Main tasks:- To lead the activities according to the goals and specifications of the institution- Management and administration of the service in the areas of finance and team management- Promotion and further development of activities to the public, authorities, and other partners- Establishment, maintenance, and development of a network of partners in the various activities in the area of home support- Administration and further development of cantonal services in compliance with the established requirementsRequired profile:- Bachelor's or Master's degree in management or equivalent recognized training- Proven experience in managing a comparable activity- Distinct team orientation- Native language French or German with very good knowledge of the other language- Proficiency in common IT and administrative tools- Leadership qualities and several years of experience in managing a multidisciplinary team- Social competence as well as a confident manner with colleagues and external partnersStart date:- December 1st or by arrangementApplications with CV, photo, and the usual documents are to be submitted to the Red Cross by July 31st. jida10c989aen jit0728aen jpiy26aen