Technical Coordinator Profile B for DesTEENazione-GenZone: assignment in Salerno (ATS S5 lead municipality)

The Municipality of Salerno is seeking a Technical Coordinator, Profile B, for the DesTEENazione-GenZone project: an independent assignment of 3.900 hours in the area of ​​education and social inclusion.

What does the opportunity refer to?

The proposal is part of a public comparative procedure for the awarding of professional contracts pursuant to Article 7, paragraphs 6 and 6-bis, of Legislative Decree 165/2001. The call for proposals is issued by the Municipality of Salerno, the lead entity of the Social Territorial Area S5 (ATS S5) in Campania, to support the DesTEENazione – Desideri in azione / GenZone project. The project, funded by European and national funds, aims to provide educational, psychosocial, and inclusion programs for minors, preadolescents, and families. The goal is to coordinate the interventions, ensuring methodological and operational coherence between educational, social, and psychological support activities.

From an organizational standpoint, this is a self-employed, non-subordinate professional work assignment, with a VAT number already in place or to be activated prior to signing. Compensation is based on actual hours worked: €25,70 gross per hour, up to a maximum of 3.900 hours and a total maximum of €100.230,00. Payment is made on an hourly basis, subject to documentation of timesheets and reports. The assignment does not guarantee employment within the organization or public administration; the work involves networking with schools, social services, healthcare, the third sector, and organizations hosting inclusion internships.

The figure sought: Technical Coordinator Profile B

The Technical Coordinator Profile B is a liaison between different offices and local stakeholders, responsible for planning, coordinating, and monitoring project activities. Typically, these individuals translate program guidelines into operational actions, manage calendars, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and monitor indicators and outputs. Within DesTEENazione-GenZone, Profile B coordinates guidelines 3, 4, 5, and 6: prevention of school dropout, parenting support, psychological support, and promotion of emotional intelligence, as well as organizing inclusion internships and personalized programs.

The administration's description of its functions is broad and aims to integrate educational, social, and psychological skills within the framework of territorial governance. In practice, this involves translating project requirements into concrete actions, ensuring coherence between interventions, compliance with regulations, and tangible results for recipients. The role therefore requires networking skills, management of institutional relationships, methodological expertise, and a thorough knowledge of local services for minors and families.

Main requirements

This is not a simple technical profile: the requirements are binding and specific. Among the main requirements are a degree relevant to the required functions (classes indicated among LM-87 Social Services and Social Policies; LM-50, LM-85, LM-51, LM-56, LM-62, LM-63, and other equivalents according to the regulations), proven professional experience of at least three years in social, socio-educational, or inclusion services or projects aimed at minors and families, and at least one year coordinating teams or complex activities. Specific experience in Profile B is also required, namely prevention/school dropout and early school leaving interventions, orientation or socio-occupational inclusion, parenting support, psychosocial interventions, as well as inclusion internships. Registration with the relevant professional association or register, where required, is required, as is suitability for work in Italy, adequate knowledge of the Italian language, and digital skills for document management and monitoring. Important: The candidate must be in compliance with professional, tax, and social security obligations and, if a public employee, obtain authorization pursuant to art. 53 of Legislative Decree 165/2001 prior to the award.

Eligibility requirements also include Italian or other EU citizenship or equivalent status, and the absence of positions that could create a conflict of interest. The details outlined in the announcement highlight how additional educational qualifications or postgraduate specialization can increase scores, but the basic requirements regarding practical experience and professional qualifications remain clear.

Contract, location and salary

Self-employed professional contract, with VAT number already held or activated prior to signing. This is not a subordinate employment relationship and does not entail inclusion in the organization's hierarchical organization or the right to employment. The permitted total hours are 3.900, with a maximum annual rate of 1.300. Compensation: €25,70 gross for each permitted and documented hour worked, before VAT and other charges. The maximum overall salary for the assignment is €100.230,00, and payment is made periodically based on actual hours worked, with the issuance of tax documents and timesheets. Under no circumstances will different financial conditions or additional benefits be offered beyond the hourly rate. The position may require presence at various locations: primarily at the GenZone project's Multifunctional Space in downtown Salerno and at the locations where project activities are carried out; The selection interview will take place in person at the Social Policies Department, Via La Carnale 8, Salerno.

How the selection works

The process involves a two-part evaluation: qualifications and professional experience, up to a maximum of 60 points, and a technical-professional interview, up to 40 points. The minimum passing score for the interview is 24/40. The interview focuses on knowledge of the DesTEENazione program, planning and technical coordination skills, problem-solving, monitoring, documentation, and interpersonal skills. Failure to attend the interview on the date and time communicated will constitute a withdrawal. Two separate rankings will be drawn up, one for Profile A and one for Profile B; among the evaluation criteria, in the event of a tie, coordination experience and specific skills will prevail, followed by the interview result, and finally age. The rankings will be published on inPA, on the institutional website of the Municipality of Salerno, and on the S5 Area; publication constitutes notification.

The official inPA page provides operational details and instructions on how to submit the application: applications can be submitted exclusively online, through the inPA single recruitment portal, after authentication with SPID, CIE, or CNS, between September 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM and October 14, 2026, at 23:59 PM. Only one application per profile can be submitted; if applications are submitted for both profiles, only the most recent one will be considered.

Deadline and how to apply

The official application deadline is October 2, 2026, at 23:59 PM. The notice specifies that applications must be submitted exclusively through the InPA single recruitment portal, using the Profile B option and indicating the Profile B notice in the application. The interview dates and times will be published later on InPA and/or the institutional website; individual communication is not expected. To participate, you must have a VAT number or commit to activating one before signing the contract, as indicated in the notice. Furthermore, the administration clarifies that the assignment is not equivalent to a public position and does not imply hiring or placement within the organization.

Before submitting your application, it's helpful to review some practical aspects: what documents are required, which funding sources support the project, and how expenditure and reporting will be monitored. Specifically, an updated professional CV, digitally signed or with a full handwritten signature, a profile sheet for Profile B, self-certifications regarding general and specific requirements, an indication of the profile for which you are applying (Profile B), and, where applicable, documentation certifying recognition or equivalence for foreign qualifications will be required. Particular attention will be given to direct experience in projects involving minors and families, as well as skills in coordinating and managing inter-institutional networks.

What to check before submitting your application

• Please ensure you meet the minimum requirements by the closing date, specifically a relevant degree and at least 3 years of relevant professional experience, including at least 1 year of coordination roles.
• Possess or activate a VAT number before signing the contract (essential condition).
• Verify registration with the required professional body, if required by the profession (e.g., psychologists, pedagogists, social workers, etc.).
• Prepare a detailed CV with dates, clients, assignment objectives, recipients of interventions, and any funding sources, as indicated in the announcement.
• Gather any useful cultural or specialist qualifications. SECONDS increase the evaluation, if in line with the criteria of Profile B.
• Check the application opening and closing times on the inPA Portal and confirm that you have submitted your last application by the deadline.

If you have any questions or need confirmation, the official inPA Portal page and the official website of the Municipality of Salerno will be the primary sources for updates and subsequent notices.

Operational details and what it means for candidates

The DesTEENazione-GenZone project is one of the Social Territorial Area S5 interventions aimed at promoting the inclusion and well-being of minors and families. The Technical Coordinator Profile B will act as a liaison between the public administration and the implementing bodies, ensuring the methodological consistency of the activities, the management of the human resources involved, and periodic reporting.

The main location for the work will be in downtown Salerno, with activities planned at the GenZone Multifunctional Space and in the project activities areas, as well as at the Social Policy Department for the selection interview. The interview will be held in person and videoconferencing is not available; therefore, it is important that candidates are available to attend the designated location in person.

The Coordinator will manage the activity register and documentation, ensuring traceability, regulatory compliance, and consistency between the activities carried out and the objectives outlined in the timeline and grant agreements. This role also entails responsibilities related to child protection, data confidentiality, and, if required by the project's delivery, the adoption of safeguarding protocols.

As always, those participating in this type of public competition should keep in mind that participation does not automatically guarantee the assignment of the position. The rankings will be published and will be effective upon their publication; inclusion in the ranking does not in itself constitute assignment of the position.

Sources and context

This information is based on the official notice published on the inPA portal, which details the requirements, procedure, and conditions of the assignment, as well as additional information provided by the Administration. To confirm the exact interview time, eligibility, and any updates, we recommend constantly monitoring the inPA page and the institutional portal of the Municipality of Salerno.

Offer source: inPA – Recruitment Portal.