Sustainability Strategist for Håbo Municipality

Do you want to help drive Håbo Municipality's climate work forward? We are now looking for a structured and responsible sustainability strategist for a temporary position that extends until December 31, 2026.

This role is suitable for you who have an interest in community development, sustainability, and climate issues, and who want to contribute to shaping the future of Håbo.

Your Responsibilities

Strategic Work:

• Lead the work to develop the municipality's Climate Program and associated action plan, within the framework of the municipality's Climate and Energy Program.
• Be responsible for the development of the municipality's Climate Adaptation Program and associated action plan.
• Coordinate and participate in the municipality's work within the EU project CLIMAAX.
• Coordinate the municipality's participation in the national program Viable Cities.

Ongoing Work:

• Respond to referrals, motions, and citizen proposals.
• Participate in a small number of events and activities organized by the municipality.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Academic degree in urban planning, climate or environmental science, or other relevant education.
• Ability to express yourself well in speech and writing.

Desirable Experience:

• Project management and coordination
• Strategic climate work
• Development of political steering documents
• Participation in EU projects
• Work in a politically governed organization

We are looking for someone who

To thrive in this role, you need to be motivated, self-driven, and analytical. You take initiative, see what needs to be done, and drive the work forward. Your strong writing skills will be of great use, as will your ability to collaborate and build good relationships. We place great importance on personal suitability.

We Offer

• Wellness allowance
• Wellness hour every week
• Flexible hours and the possibility of remote work

With us, you will have a meaningful and strategic assignment where you contribute to shaping the future of Håbo. The role is located in the Technical and Community Development Administration, Department of Planning and Development. The department is responsible for the municipality's physical planning, GIS/Geodata, as well as the management and development of the municipality's land and properties.

You will be part of an engaged and ambitious team consisting of, among others, a municipal ecologist, urban planners, traffic planners, cartographers and measurement engineers, planning architects, and project managers.

Interviews are ongoing, and the position may be filled before the application deadline.

Warm welcome with your application!

About Håbo Municipality

Håbo Municipality is surrounded by Lake Mälaren with proximity to both vibrant countryside and city life. The central town of Bålsta is located between Stockholm, Uppsala, Enköping, and Västerås. In Håbo, you can live, reside, and work. You can also commute in almost all directions and quickly reach four cities within less than an hour by bus, train, or commuter train. The area's rich and varied natural and cultural history provides you with good opportunities for outdoor life and leisure.

Here, there is also closeness in everyday life, with short distances between colleagues, operations, and decisions. As part of Håbo Municipality, you contribute to an important societal mission and create value for the residents of Håbo every day. We are about 1,700 employees who together drive the municipality's operations forward. We are building a workplace where trust, collaboration, and learning are at the center.

With us, you will be involved and grow in a work environment that promotes both development and joy at work.