Deputy Technical Director - Social Response Management

About the Role

We are seeking a Deputy Technical Director to join our team at Aldeias de Crianças SOS Portugal. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and support social response initiatives while ensuring the operational quality of family care interventions. As a Deputy Technical Director remote, you will work closely with the Technical Director to manage and guide a dedicated team, ensuring the well-being of children and families.

What You'll Do

• Assist the Technical Director in coordinating, supervising, and supporting the technical team.
• Ensure the implementation of intervention models and procedures, maintaining consistent application in the field.
• Participate in the recruitment, selection, training, and evaluation of foster families.
• Technically oversee the foster care processes, ensuring quality in the development, execution, and monitoring of intervention plans for children and youth.
• Support the team in promoting and protecting projects, focusing on the best interests of children and youth.
• Provide continuous support to foster families in collaboration with case managers.
• Work with the vacancy management team to identify suitable families for children and youth.
• Engage with external entities (ISS, CPCJ, courts, schools, health services, etc.) to ensure integrated intervention.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Social Work, Psychology, or similar).
• Professional experience working with at-risk children and youth.
• Experience in a foster care context is preferred.
• Knowledge of applicable legislation regarding family care.
• Understanding of child development and trauma impact.
• Technical coordination and team support skills are preferred.
• Computer literacy.
• Driver's license and availability for flexible hours.

Nice to Have

• Strong sense of responsibility and organization.
• Ability to work in a team and support leadership.
• Good relational and communication skills.
• Critical analysis and decision-making abilities.
• Mediation and conflict management skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Flexible working hours.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• The chance to make a significant impact in the lives of children and families.