This case study examines Romania's experience in developing a structured supervision system for the social sector workforce and identifies lessons applicable to strengthening supervision in Ukraine. The publication traces the evolution of supervision from early NGO-led initiatives to its integration into national legislation, occupational standards, quality assurance mechanisms, and university education programmes. It describes the legal and regulatory framework governing supervision, mandatory quality standards for social services, supervisor qualifications, accredited training pathways, and the respective roles of the National College of Social Workers (CNASR), the Romanian Association of Supervisors (ASR), and higher education institutions. The document highlights supervision as a mechanism for professional reflection, ethical practice, workforce development, quality improvement, and burnout prevention. It also discusses current implementation challenges, including overlapping supervisory mandates and the need for clearer legal definitions. Drawing on Romania's experience, the case study concludes with key lessons on embedding supervision into legislation, investing in professional training, strengthening professional associations, and promoting collaboration between government and civil society to ensure sustainable supervision systems.
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