We are looking for a progressive Manager of Consultancy and Analysis Services.

The Office of the Directorate for Education and Public Health works proactively to create a comprehensive service that supports children, young people and their families. The emphasis is on integrated services and a multidisciplinary approach, where professionals work together for the well-being of children. A professional environment where collaboration, trust and a solution-focused approach are prioritised. Professional support and development for staff, including supervision, training and continuing professional development. A good working environment, where ambition, positive communication and transparency are the cornerstones. A strong network with schools, teams, parents and key partners both within and outside the local authority.

The M&L service covers all services for children in Hafnarfjörður and plays a key role in ensuring that children and young people receive early support, appropriate resources and professional follow-up. The Head of Department works to strengthen and develop services in line with the needs of the community and the policies of Hafnarfjörður on education and the well-being of children.

Key responsibilities and duties:

• Leads and manages the advisory and analytical services of the Hafnarfjörður school service and has overall supervision of it.
• Articulates a vision, supports development and ensures a coordinated approach in line with integrated services for the well-being of children and young people.
• Day-to-day management, along with guidance and support in case handling.
• Has oversight of the department's operations, finances and personnel. Proposes the budget, approves accounts and ensures responsible management.
• Ensures professional case recording and follow-up in accordance with the council's procedures.
• Allocates cases, monitors overall waiting lists and has oversight of the assessment and case management process for children and young people.
• Takes the initiative in solution-focused development of services and innovation for the benefit of children's well-being.
• Other duties as described in the job description

Educational and competency requirements:

• B.A./B.S. in Psychology
• M.A./M.S. in Clinical Psychology or a Cand.psych. with a licence to practise as a psychologist
• Further education in management is an advantage.
• An additional diploma in child welfare is an advantage.
• Extensive experience in management and personnel management
• Experience of working with children and families
• Experience of teamwork
• Experience in public administration is an advantage.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Initiative, independence and strong organisational skills
• Knowledge of laws and resources concerning children's affairs

Further information is provided by Fanney Dóróthe Halldórsdóttir, Director of the Directorate of Education and Public Health. fanney@hafnarfjordur.is  

The salary is in accordance with the current collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Psychological Association.

The application deadline is 16 February 2026.

Attention is drawn to the policy of the City of Hafnarfjörður to equalise the gender balance in employment with the city and to ensure that its workplaces reflect the diversity of the community.