ABF Norr seeks Business Development Manager for Folkverkstan in Norr

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Location: Jokkmokk Scope: Project employment through September 30, 2027 Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis and the position may be filled earlier if we find the right person. About ABF Norr ABF Norr is Norrbotten's largest study association. Through popular education, culture, and association development, we create meeting places where people can grow, organize themselves, and contribute to society's development. At Folkverkstan i Norr, you have the opportunity to help build an activity that combines sustainable transformation, practical learning, and local development – together with the people who live and work in the area. About the Project Do you want to help build tomorrow's meeting place for sustainable transformation? Folkverkstan i Norr is a development project run by ABF Norr with support from the EU and Leader Polaris. Through reuse, craftsmanship, and popular education, we want to create meeting places where people can learn new things, share knowledge, and inspire each other to live more sustainably. During the project, we are establishing Folkverkstäder (folk workshops) in Jokkmokk, Överkalix, and Gällivare. These will feature open workshops, courses, themed days, and other activities focused on reuse, creativity, and sustainable development. We will also work with a mobile workshop that makes it possible to reach people outside the main centers. The project is run by a team consisting of a program manager and two business development managers. The program manager is responsible for overall project coordination and business development in Gällivare. As a business development manager, you are responsible for establishing and developing the business in Jokkmokk or Överkalix. This is a project where we build together. You will have great opportunity to influence content, test new ideas, and develop activities based on local needs, while also having colleagues to collaborate with and learn from. Your Assignment As a business development manager, you will have a key role in establishing Folkverkstan in your location. You will work to create activities, build collaborations, and develop the business together with residents, associations, companies, and public actors. The assignment includes, among other things: · developing and coordinating the local Folkverkstan · planning and implementing open workshops, courses, and events · creating collaborations with associations, businesses, and the public sector · holding dialogue meetings and capturing local needs and ideas · recruiting participants, instructors, and collaboration partners · communicating about the activities and creating engagement around the project · contributing to documentation, follow-up, and methodology development · participating in work with the mobile workshop This position suits you if you enjoy working independently, making new contacts, and turning ideas into concrete activities. Required Qualifications We are looking for someone who · has experience coordinating, developing, or leading activities, projects, or initiatives · has a strong ability to plan, organize, and carry out work in a structured manner · is comfortable meeting groups and speaking in front of people · has good collaboration skills · has a B driver's license Meritorious Qualifications It is advantageous if you · have experience with project management or development work · have experience with popular education, associations, or nonprofit activities · have knowledge of or interest in craftsmanship, reuse, and sustainability issues · have experience planning and implementing courses, workshops, or events · have a local network within associations, business, or the public sector Personal Qualities We place great importance on personal suitability. We are looking for someone who is used to making things happen. You work in a structured way, take responsibility for your tasks, and enjoy collaborating with people from different backgrounds. You are not afraid to take initiative and have the ability to drive ideas from planning to implementation. We welcome your application!Location: Jokkmokk Scope: Project employment through September 30, 2027 Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis and the position may be filled earlier if we find the right person. About ABF Norr ABF Norr is Norrbotten's largest study association. Through popular education, culture, and association development, we create meeting places where people can grow, organize themselves, and contribute to society's development. At Folkverkstan i Norr, you have the opportunity to help build an activity that combines sustainable transformation, practical learning, and local development –…

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10. 6. 2026

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26. 7. 2026

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