About the daycare center.

Meeqqerivik Angaju has 64 children and 15 staff members. The immediate supervisor is the director of the Angaju daycare center in the Municipality of Kujalleq.

The Angaju daycare center is open from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

We are looking for a deputy director with a degree in early childhood education or a similar background for the Angaju Day Care Center.

In the Municipality of Kujalleq, we believe it is important for children to develop through innovation and learning. That is why we are looking for someone with experience in innovative approaches to working with children. We are seeking a deputy director who can take on responsibility, thrives in a dynamic work environment, is mentally resilient, and can serve as a role model and have a positive influence.

Duties and responsibilities:

You must share responsibility for complying with Inatsisartut Act No. 62 of November 20, 2023, on educational and developmental programs for preschool-aged children. You have experience in establishing a framework for managing a daycare center. You must be able to establish open communication with those responsible for the child.

We aim to create a daily routine that strikes a balance between predictability—based on daily rhythms and a sense of time—and unpredictability—based on the children’s influence on the center’s culture. It is important that we work together to build a healthy and nurturing environment for all our children. That is why we place a high priority on the work environment.

Our values are as follows:

  • The child should feel safe and welcome.
  • Good cooperation between parents and staff.
  • Accepting the child's identity.
  • Support the child's development based on their current stage of development.
  • Adopt an appreciative educational approach.

We offer:

  • A partnership with the directors of 10 daycare centers in the Municipality of Kujalleq, with whom you can have productive discussions. The daycare directors have extensive experience in this field and are willing to step in when necessary.
  • Healthy children aged 3–6.
  • Close collaboration with the Department of Early Childhood Education. And support from them.

What we expect from you:

  • That you have a degree in education or a similar field.
  • That you can create something new.
  • That you are proactive and able to take responsibility.
  • That you are willing to engage in professional discussions about our work.
  • That you can set boundaries with children.
  • That you are friendly and positive toward children, staff, and parents.
  • That you have a holistic approach and are always looking for inspiration.
  • That you are reliable and motivated.
  • That you take responsibility and are committed to your work.
  • That you are a team player and value teamwork.
  • That you are proactive and innovative.
  • Positive, energetic, and highly motivated.
  • You are open to new ideas and welcoming.
  • You're reliable.

We offer

  • Salary and terms of employment, including the right to free travel in connection with taking up a position and moving household goods, in accordance with the agreements and collective bargaining agreements in force at any given time between Naalakkersuisut and your authorized bargaining organization.
  • Staff housing for the assistant director and teacher, for which rent and other expenses are paid in accordance with applicable regulations
  • Good working conditions
  • Good cooperation between staff and parents
  • Great coworkers

Criminal Record and Child Protection Certificate:

This position is subject to the law requiring criminal and child protection background checks. Under this law, employment cannot begin until the municipality has received satisfactory criminal and child protection background checks. We must therefore note that the start date can only be agreed upon once the municipality has received a child protection certificate from the National Police and a criminal record check from the Police.

The Child Protection Certificate is obtained by the municipality with the individual’s consent, whereas the criminal record is obtained by the individual from the police.

Salary and terms of employment:

Salary and employment conditions are governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement between Naalakkersuisut and Nunatsinni Perorsaasut Kattuffiat (NPK) or another relevant bargaining organization.

Start date: To be agreed upon with the applicant

The position will include a 3-month probationary period

Housing:

Staff housing may be provided for this position, for which a security deposit, rent, utilities, etc., will be paid in accordance with the rules in effect at any given time regarding rent payments for properties owned by the Government of Greenland and the municipality, etc., in Greenland. If permanent staff housing cannot be made available immediately upon commencement of employment, employees entitled to vacant housing will be offered temporary vacant housing, for which rent, utilities, etc., will be paid in accordance with the above.

Relocation travel and household goods relocation are provided in accordance with applicable regulations.

For more information about the position, please contact: Head of the Day Care Division, Ivalu Kristensen, email: ivkr@kujalleq.gl, phone: 648140

Application deadline: June 7, 2026

Application:

Applications, including relevant transcripts, a resume, statements, and references, must be uploaded by the deadline.

How to apply:

Applications must be submitted electronically via the link at the bottom of this page, where you can attach your application, resume, etc.

Note:

We do not accept paper applications or emails; please submit your application electronically via the job posting.