Environmental Communications Officer, Hourly Position - SÖRAB

Jobbet.se Sverige AB · smluvní (DPP/DPČ)

Täby, Švédsko

SÖRAB's vision is clear: We make Earth's resources last longer. To succeed, we need to meet people where they are – with knowledge, dialogue, and engagement. That's why we're now hiring environmental communications officers for hourly positions. You don't need to be an expert from the start. What matters is that you have a genuine interest in sustainability, resource management, and everyday choices – and a desire to help others find workable solutions in their own lives. SÖRAB is a municipally-owned waste management company working to reduce waste volumes, increase recycling, and use Earth's resources more intelligently. Our operations span the entire waste spectrum – from prevention and reuse to collection, sorting, and waste treatment. We work closely with our owner municipalities and their residents, and we play an important role in implementing the Waste Plan 2032. The plan sets clear targets for increased food waste collection, more materials in circulation, and reduced waste through more conscious choices: shopping smarter, caring for what we already have, and giving things longer lives through reuse. With new legislation on property-based collection of packaging, which must be fully implemented by 2027, we see that the need for clear, present, and trust-building communication will increase. For many households, this change means new systems, new habits, and new questions – and personal contact plays a crucial role. About the assignment This assignment is about meetings that make a difference. We're looking for people who are curious about others and skilled at creating connections – regardless of who they meet. If you enjoy conversation, can explain without oversimplifying, and prefer to listen rather than lecture, you'll thrive in this role. This isn't a job where you just deliver information – dialogue is the tool itself. You'll receive introductory training that gives you knowledge about waste, recycling, property-based collection, customer service, and communication. You won't work alone. In the beginning, assignments are carried out together with other environmental communications officers or with staff from SÖRAB or the municipalities. Over time, as you become comfortable in the role, assignments can be adapted to vary in form and independence. Main responsibilities As an environmental communications officer, you meet residents in their daily lives and help increase understanding of how waste can be handled more intelligently – and how we together can reduce waste volumes. You work on behalf of SÖRAB; most assignments take place in collaboration with municipalities and housing companies and primarily include: participation at events, open houses, and local activities information initiatives in schools or other educational settings dialogue with residents of different ages and backgrounds Some assignments may also include: door-to-door visits in residential buildings on behalf of property owners distribution of materials that facilitate sorting at home and similar tasks Beyond this, other communication assignments may occur, related to waste, recycling, property-based collection, and sustainable consumption – depending on needs and your profile. Qualifications We're looking for someone who: is 18 years or older speaks fluent Swedish and English has a clear interest in environmental issues and civic engagement is outgoing, social, communicative, and attentive enjoys meeting people and creating dialogue can work evenings and occasionally weekends It's advantageous if you: speak additional languages have an interest in reuse, repair, or creative recycling have experience in service, education, communication, or similar roles What we offer a meaningful job that contributes to a more sustainable society training and support to succeed in your assignment social work where you collaborate with others a flexible assignment Other important information Work can be performed during daytime, evenings, and weekends, depending on the assignment. We'd like you to indicate in your application when you're available to work. The position is hourly and demand-driven, and assignments may be sporadic. During certain periods there may be few assignments, while demand may be greater during other periods. We therefore cannot guarantee a certain number of hours or regular work. You need to be flexible and able to work individual hours or shifts as needed, with some advance notice. Assignments and work are performed in all nine of our owner municipalities in northern Stockholm. For any questions about the position, contact Communications Manager: Beatrice Tjärnhell at [email protected] The employment is fixed-term. We consider it desirable that you're willing to take assignments for at least one year ahead. Selections are made on an ongoing basis – we welcome your application today! About the employer - SÖRAB SÖRAB is a regional waste management company in northern Stockholm owned by the municipalities of Danderyd, Järfälla, Lidingö, Sollentuna, Solna, Stockholm, Sundbyberg, Täby, Upplands Väsby, and Vallentuna. Our mission is to manage municipal waste from all our owner municipalities, except Stockholm, in an environmentally sound and efficient manner. We also accept business waste from companies. Today we have over 70 employees and annual revenue of 470 Mkr.