Description

A privileged partner of families, our mission is to meet the societal demand for out-of-home day care, with the aim of preparing tomorrow’s adults for citizenship.

With its 20 care structures in preschool and after-school care, the Childhood and Youth Foundation is a dynamic employer that encourages, among other things, continuous training, and guarantees a professional and caring working environment.

To replace the current manager who will soon leave her position, we are looking for a Structure Manager - 80% to 100%

Main responsibilities:

• Like a conductor, lead and manage your team towards the vision you wish to achieve in accordance with the mission and vision of the FEJ
• Organise, plan and oversee the managerial, educational and administrative activities of the APEMS with enthusiasm and creativity
• Develop with the educational team reflections and measures aimed at maintaining the quality of child support, parent reception and be involved in the FEJ’s inclusion policy
• Apply and develop the educational approach of the structure in line with the FEJ’s vision
• Actively participate in the various events organised by the structure and the FEJ
• Ensure the reputation of the structure as well as the FEJ
• Participate in FEJ management conferences, contributing ideas
• Work closely with the other structures of the Foundation

Desired profile:

• Diploma in childhood institution management EPD ES or team management HES preferred or equivalent diploma
• Social ES or HES diploma, "childhood education" stream
• Proven experience in a management position of at least 5 years
• Mastery of interview techniques
• Project management, dynamism, creativity and kindness
• Administrative ease and good command of IT tools

We offer you:

• An inspiring and stimulating working atmosphere
• The possibility to focus on your team and pedagogy, thanks to the professional and efficient support of the FEJ administrative services
• The opportunity to contribute concretely to the many FEJ projects through your ideas and actions
• Regular team events with your peers

Start date: 1 August 2026 or to be agreed

For more information: Lucia De Matos - HR Director - 021/721.32.08