Wellbeing Specialist

Kotka is an international sea and port city that is attractive to newcomers, new businesses and visitors. We invest in staff wellbeing, orientation and training and in developing work life. We create conditions for healthy and safe work with good morale. We invest in high-quality leadership and supervisory work. Kotka city personnel affairs unit seeks a wellbeing specialist in permanent public service, starting 5.4.2027, and temporary until 4.4.2027 if needed. The wellbeing specialist is responsible for planning, development, implementation and strategic coordination of wellbeing functions, supports managers and employees in wellbeing and workability matters, handles health and pension cooperation, and coordinates wellbeing plan. The role trains supervisors in wellbeing topics and promotes development of wellbeing in the organisation. Suitable higher education degree or a former social- and health-sector institute-level degree required. Knowledge of municipal collective agreements and social security system is an advantage, as is experience in supervision. Strong collaboration skills are essential. We offer diverse employee benefits including culture and sport perks and Epassi. The appointment begins 5 April 2027 with a six-month probation. We apply KVTES. Applications by system; contact Minna Uusitalo for help at 040 159 0899 or minna.uusitalo@kotka.fi.