Head of Administration | Verwaltungsleitung (m/w/d)

Evangelischer Diakonieverein Sindelfingen e.V.

Sindelfingen, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Apr 7, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This is a high-level leadership role reporting directly to the Board of a growing social welfare organization managing multiple care facilities. As the Head of Administration, you will lead a 10-person team covering HR, accounting, controlling, and IT. Your daily responsibilities include managing the organization's entire financial lifecycle, from budget planning and liquidity control to negotiating care rates and preparing annual financial statements. You will also oversee contract portfolios, ensure occupational safety, and drive digital transformation projects such as voice-controlled nursing documentation. This position is unique for its high degree of creative freedom and influence over a growing organization, including a major new construction project. It offers a highly competitive salary at the top of the welfare sector scale, a dog-friendly office environment, and extensive benefits including fitness subsidies and professional development opportunities.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Health Sciences, or a comparable qualification.

Experience

  • Professional experience in the social or healthcare industry, specifically in elderly care
  • Proven experience in leading and managing teams (disciplinary and functional)
  • Experience in financial accounting, annual financial statements, and controlling
  • Hands-on experience in negotiating care rates (Pflegesatzverhandlungen)
  • Experience in managing digitalization projects within an administrative context

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Affinity for Christian values is required (church membership is welcome but not mandatory). The role involves managing safety at all locations and overseeing a new construction project scheduled for 2028.