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In Österåker, there are many opportunities for experiences for both body and soul. A fantastic nature and strong community life create a rich cultural and recreational life. In the municipality, in addition to the archipelago with its 1100 islands, there are several walking areas in nature reserves, a paddle-friendly and artistically decorated canal, libraries, theaters, several sports facilities, as well as a multi-arena and a wide cultural offering.

Do you want to help shape the future of young people while using your project management skills? We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed youth leader with strong social skills and a passion for promoting youth participation and influence. If you believe that young people have the power to create change and want to support them on that journey, then this is the role for you!

We offer a meaningful role as a catalyst for young people's personal development in close collaboration with your colleagues in the field group. You will have the chance to develop your leadership and coach young people on their path to self-realization in a work environment that promotes diversity and inclusion. With us, you can make a real difference in the lives of young people while also developing yourself.

Your new job

In this role, your main task is to create and maintain strong relationships with the youth. By promoting and supporting their active participation in planning and implementing projects and activities, you help them develop. You will work proactively with the target group aged 10-18 years to create meaningful activities and build relationships.

It is important to create an atmosphere of openness and respect where young people feel free to express themselves and take initiative. You will also be responsible for structured documentation and clear communication.

An important part of your role is to conduct evaluations and reflections together with the youth and colleagues to continuously improve the operations and its effectiveness, contributing to a more meaningful and rewarding experience for all involved.

Your profile

Experience working with young people and a strong belief in their ability to take responsibility and drive positive change are central qualities for this role. Your ability to create and maintain strong relationships is crucial. You can build trust and promote participation, which is key to success in this role.

Work in the field group is very practical-oriented, and you need to be an active person who enjoys moving around and conducting activities with youth.

Your basic understanding of project methodology and how organized leisure can serve as a protective factor are valuable aspects. You communicate empathetically and inclusively, and you have the ability to motivate and inspire young people to take responsibility for their choices and lives.

Your ability to act as a good role model and show strong ethical awareness is of great importance. Additionally, you have a clear ability to separate work and private life and demonstrate a humble and unpretentious attitude.

There is a requirement for education as a social worker, leisure leader, social pedagogue, or behavioral science education with previous experience in open youth activities or social work. It is an advantage if you have a B driver's license. Experience working with the KEKS network is meritorious. Being creative and innovative are also appreciated qualities in this role.

Employment scope

Full-time 100%. Working evenings and weekends.

Employment form

Temporary until May 2026.

Start date

In May or by agreement.

Application deadline

2025-04-09.

Does that sound exciting? Register your application via the “Apply” button. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications in any other way.

Please feel free to read more at osteraker.se/jobbaiösteråker (https://osteraker.se/jobbai%C3%B6ster%C3%A5ker).

Österåker Municipality seeks individuals who have the competence to contribute to our activities regardless of gender, gender identity or expression, age, ethnic background, religion or other belief, sexual orientation, or disability. Just like us, you also have a child rights perspective in your daily work, in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.

Contact information for our union representatives can be found on our website.

For this recruitment, we have decided on the recruitment channels we wish to use. Therefore, we kindly ask not to be contacted for further offers of competence mediation, advertising, and recruitment assistance.

Thirty kilometers to Stockholm, 1,100 islands, 930 kilometers of coastline, and a slightly nicer way of living. We in Österåker are proud of our metropolitan archipelago environment where the picturesque cultural landscape is always close. The central town of Åkersberga is developing into a modern city with a small-town character. Here we are developing a long-term sustainable society where good conditions are provided for people, the environment, and nature to cooperate.