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Join us in shaping the future of social services in Umeå!

We are in the midst of an important and exciting development journey. We are now looking for you who want to help strengthen and develop our authority practice – to meet future demands for a social service that is accessible, legally secure, and equitable.

With us, development is not just about change – it is about creating real value for the people we serve. Collaboration, a holistic perspective, and quality permeate our work, and we want to be at the forefront when the new Social Services Act becomes a reality.

Do you want to drive this shift together with us?

About the Department

The Elderly Care in Umeå Municipality works to ensure that older people can live an independent, secure, and meaningful life.

Within the area of elderly assessment and prevention, we are responsible for authority practice according to the Social Services Act.

We are in an active development phase where we strengthen our work with legal security, equity, accessibility, and collaboration, in line with the municipality's goals for social sustainability.

About the Role

As a Business Developer, you play a central role in our organization. You operate at the intersection of operations, management, and collaboration, where you both drive development and create conditions for others to succeed.

You contribute to ensuring that our working methods are clear, sustainable, and adapted to the new Social Services Act.

You are part of the management group and work closely with unit managers, social secretaries, and partners – both within and outside the organization.

Your Mission

With us, you will have a broad and meaningful mission where you:

• Lead and develop forums for collaboration
• Strengthen cooperation both internally and externally
• Represent the department in various collaborative contexts
• Contribute to the transition to the new Social Services Act
• Support and work together with managers and social secretaries in development work
• Create structure, consensus, and sustainable working methods
• Work for increased accessibility, equality, and quality

We are looking for you who

• Have a degree in Social Work or other relevant higher education
• Have experience with authority practice
• Have worked with development or change management
• Have fluent skills in Swedish (both spoken and written) and good knowledge of English

Meritorious

• Experience in development or change management in a politically governed organization

And additionally:

• Are structured and have analytical abilities
• Take initiative and drive your work forward
• Find it easy to collaborate and build relationships
• Are clear, pedagogical, and communicative

We place great emphasis on personal suitability.

Why choose us

With us, you get more than a job – you get a mission where you can truly make a difference.

You become part of a department characterized by trust, engagement, and collaboration, where we jointly develop working methods for the future of social services. Here, there is both the will and the space to think new thoughts.

We warmly welcome your application!

About Umeå Municipality

Umeå Municipality is the region's largest employer with over 13,000 important employees. Our organization is divided into nine administrations, and together we work to ensure that Umeå grows with care. Our values are based on citizen focus, openness, trust, and continuous improvement. Together with us, you will work in socially important missions where you contribute to Umeå continuing to be safe, secure, and enjoyable.

Umeå is the largest city in northern Sweden with a rich offering of experiences and opportunities. We are a city of associations and culture that offers a richer life even outside of work. Here you can learn what it is like to live and reside in Umeå: Move - Umeå Municipality

We are growing, and therefore we might be looking for you? Do you want more? We offer fair conditions, good benefits, and excellent development opportunities for lifelong learning, as well as jobs that are important for everyone living and working here. We look forward to hearing from you.