We are now looking for you who can help us further develop the district’s shared services and be the head of a department that delivers modern and efficient administrative services.

• Overall management of the department, lead managers
• Ensure the district’s strategic planning work and systems for business management
• Be a driving force for the district’s leadership and organizational development to contribute to the further development of a sustainable organisation
• Be a driving force for the district’s innovation and development work, including digitalisation
• Ensure that shared services are in line with the needs of the service areas
• Make arrangements for the district to work data-driven and knowledge-based
• The district director’s deputy in meetings, committees, negotiations and discussions

Qualifications

• Higher education, preferably at master’s level, preferably in the field of organization and management, innovation and development etc.
• Management experience from senior management groups is an advantage
• Managerial experience from the department’s areas of responsibility
• Strategic understanding of the development and transformation of the district’s service areas
• Documented results from change and innovation work, including digitalisation
• Experience from politically controlled business
• Good communication skills in Norwegian, both orally and in writing

Personal characteristics

• A comprehensive look at the district’s social mission, role and tasks
• A distinct ability to create good relationships and collaborate with employees, politicians and partners
• High changeability
• Courageous and persistent – you dare to challenge the established and ensure the implementation of changes
• Flexible and solution-oriented
• Curious – you ask “why”, follow trends and are curious about technology and the people who will benefit from the technology
• Inclusive communicator who creates enthusiasm – you invite and motivate people to contribute towards common goals