The municipal board will discuss the appointment of the welfare director on Monday, 2 February 2026.
The municipal board will decide on the appointment of the welfare director at its meeting on Monday, 2 February 2026.
The selection committee unanimously proposes Marjo van Dijken (M.Sc.) for the position. She currently works as a task area manager in the Vantaa and Kerava welfare area.
Van Dijken has extensive and diverse experience in urban organisation and welfare services, as well as strong and long-term experience in demanding personnel management at many levels. He is also an experienced leader in change situations. According to the selection committee, van Dijken has the ability and expertise to implement the launch of a new service area and to get staff involved in development work.
The municipality of Tuusula sought a welfare director between 24 November 2025 and 5 January 2026. Ninety-seven people interested in the position submitted applications.
Further information:
Permanent Secretary Annaliisa Oksanen, annaliisa.oksanen@tuusula.fi, +358 40 314 2999
Human Resources Director Maija Kaltakari, maija.kaltakari@tuusula.fi, +358 40 314 2996
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