Key data
| Regulation | Resolution 2512/2026, of September 1, from the Management Board of OSI Barrualde-Galdakao |
|---|---|
| Publication | November 2, 2026 |
| Entry into force | Not specified |
| Position announced | Healthcare Section Chief of the Quality, Innovation and Health Results Unit |
| Announcing body | OSI Barrualde-Galdakao (Osakidetza) |
| Qualification group | A1 |
| Minimum experience | 3 years in the specialty |
| Application deadline | 15 business days from the last publication in official bulletins |
| Category | Public Sector |
Permanent statutory staff of the National Health System (NHS) and Osakidetza with A1 group qualification have a new opportunity to access a management position in Basque healthcare. Resolution 2512/2026, of September 1, announces the competition to fill the Healthcare Section Chief position of the Quality, Innovation and Health Results Unit of OSI Barrualde-Galdakao, published in the BOE on November 2, 2026.
The process combines three evaluation elements: public defense of a management project, interview before the Evaluation Commission and merit scoring. To be appointed, the candidate must achieve at least half of the maximum score established in the announcement.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution regulates the process for filling the position of Healthcare Section Chief of the Quality, Innovation and Health Results Unit of OSI Barrualde-Galdakao through a merit-based competition. Below are the key elements of the process:
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type of process | Merit-based competition |
| Required documentation | Documented CV + management project report |
| Selection phases | 1. Public defense of the management project 2. Interview before the Evaluation Commission 3. Merit scoring |
| Minimum score for appointment | At least half of the maximum score |
| Commission presidency | Medical Director of OSI Barrualde-Galdakao |
| External member | Designated by IVAP (Basque Institute of Public Administration) |
| Commission composition | Balanced by gender |
The management project report is a central element of the process: it is not enough to accredit merits, the candidate must demonstrate their vision on how to lead the Quality, Innovation and Health Results Unit. The public defense of that project before the Commission is the first eliminatory phase.
Economic and operational impact
From an operational perspective, this announcement has direct impact on OSI Barrualde-Galdakao management: filling the leadership of the Quality, Innovation and Health Results Unit is key to the continuity of healthcare improvement projects and health outcomes evaluation in the area.
For candidates, the process involves significant time investment: preparing a documented CV and a solid management project report requires prior preparation. The public defense of the project adds a dimension of oral presentation that distinguishes this competition from purely documentary processes.
The fact that the Commission includes an external member designated by the IVAP and must have gender-balanced composition reflects the transparency and diversity standards required in the provision of management positions in the Basque healthcare system.
Who does it affect?
Professionals who meet all of the following requirements can participate in this competition:
- Permanent statutory staff, civil servants or permanent employees of Osakidetza or the National Health System (NHS)
- In active service status at the time of the announcement
- With A1 group qualification (higher university qualification)
- With a minimum of 3 years of experience in the specialty corresponding to the position
Temporary staff, contract workers or those in administrative situations other than active service are excluded, as well as those who do not accredit A1 qualification or the required years of experience.
Practical example
A medical specialist in preventive medicine and public health, with a permanent position in Osakidetza and 8 years of experience in healthcare quality management, meets the A1 qualification requirements and minimum 3 years of experience. To apply for the competition, they must:
- Prepare their documented CV accrediting professional merits, training and experience in the specialty.
- Draft a management project report that outlines their vision for the Quality, Innovation and Health Results Unit of OSI Barrualde-Galdakao.
- Submit both documents within the 15 business days deadline from the last publication in the corresponding official bulletins.
- Publicly defend the project before the Evaluation Commission chaired by the Medical Director.
- Pass the interview and obtain at least half of the total maximum score to be appointed.
What should candidates do now?
- Verify compliance with requirements: Confirm that you have a permanent position (statutory, civil service or employment) in Osakidetza or the NHS, active service status, A1 qualification and at least 3 years of experience in the specialty.
- Calculate the exact application deadline: Identify the date of the last publication in the corresponding official bulletins and count 15 business days from that date to avoid missing the deadline.
- Prepare the documented CV: Gather and organize all documentation accrediting merits: degrees, certificates of services rendered, continuing education and any other scorable merit.
- Develop the management project report: Draft a solid and well-argued project on the direction of the Quality, Innovation and Health Results Unit, adapted to the specific context of OSI Barrualde-Galdakao.
- Prepare the public defense: Practice the oral presentation of the project, as the defense before the Evaluation Commission is the first phase of the selection process.
- Consult the complete announcement: Review the full text of Resolution 2512/2026 in the BOE to know the detailed merit scale and specific conditions of each phase.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the Healthcare Section Chief competition at OSI Barrualde-Galdakao?
Permanent statutory staff, civil servants or permanent employees of Osakidetza or the National Health System (NHS) who are in active service status, have A1 group qualification and accredit a minimum of 3 years of experience in the specialty corresponding to the position can participate.
What is the deadline to apply for the OSI Barrualde-Galdakao 2026 competition?
The application submission deadline is 15 business days counted from the date of the last publication in the corresponding official bulletins. It is essential to identify that reference date to avoid missing the deadline.
What documentation must be submitted for the Osakidetza merit-based competition?
The announcement requires two main documents: a documented CV with accredited merits and a management project report that the candidate must publicly defend before the Evaluation Commission.
How is the selection process and what minimum score is required?
The process combines three phases: public defense of the management project, interview before the Evaluation Commission and merit scoring. To be appointed, the candidate must obtain at least half of the maximum score established in the announcement. The Commission is chaired by the Medical Director and includes an external member designated by IVAP, with gender-balanced composition.
Can NHS staff from other autonomous communities apply for the OSI Barrualde-Galdakao competition?
Yes. The announcement allows permanent statutory staff, civil servants or permanent employees of both Osakidetza and the National Health System (NHS) in general to participate, as long as they meet the A1 qualification requirements, minimum 3 years of experience in the specialty and active service status.
Official source
Consult complete regulation in official source
Notice: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, consult a qualified professional. Source: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-22920
