INVEST IN -EXPERT / PROJECT MANAGER
The INVEST IN -EXPERT / PROJECT MANAGER is responsible for the implementation of the Active invest in -activity nx100 project, in a fixed-term employment relationship from 1.10.2026 to 31.12.2028.
In your role as an invest in -expert, you will get to develop and raise the region's invest in -activity to a new level, both in terms of quality and volume.
You will actively contact companies as well as investors and actors investing in companies, both domestically and abroad, and you will cooperate with the municipalities of the Raahe region and other actors to increase the region's recognition and to ensure that companies and investments settle in the area. As a representative of the region, you will also participate in international trade fairs as well as investor networks and forums.
In your role, you will be able to examine new and emerging technologies, industries, clusters, and companies without prejudice and with a broad perspective, which have the potential to settle in the region to strengthen and diversify the regional economic structure.
As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for the planning, coordination, and practical implementation of the project's activities, as well as the finances and reporting during the years 2026-2028.
We require from the applicant: an active and unprejudiced work attitude experience in international business experience in sales and marketing good communication, interaction, and networking skills good written and oral English skills readiness to travel the possibility to use a personal car a suitable degree
We consider as an advantage: experience in business, industry, and regional development experience in ICT environments experience in building networks or collaboration platforms the ability to implement and facilitate events and occasions project expertise (e.g., ERDF or ESF projects)
We offer: the opportunity to lead a significant and concrete regional invest in -project a unique vantage point for industry, cluster, and regional development a wide cooperation network (companies, educational institutions, municipalities, funders) the opportunity to influence the vitality and renewal of the region and companies a skilled and encouraging work community the benefits of a stable employer, the City of Raahe: In Raahe, investments have been made in personnel well-being, and we have several personnel benefits available, including: free swimming 1 time/week, discounts on Kuntokeidas Vesipekka services (bowling, badminton, etc.), free aerobics and gym sessions, 1 h/week of weekly exercise, sports, culture, and massage benefits, as well as holiday shares at a reasonable price in Roku and Vuokatti.
We offer you a versatile and practical task in developing invest in -activity together with pleasant colleagues and partners. In this role, you will get to do meaningful work that has an impact on the development of the entire region's vitality, as well as the realization of new investments and the settling of companies in the area.
The salary for the position is determined according to the KVTES. The total salary will range between 4150-4550 euros/month, depending on the selected person's expertise and experience. The position is fixed-term and includes a 6-month probationary period.
Applications including a CV must be submitted electronically by 19.8.2026 at 23:59 at http://www.kuntarekry.fi.
If you have any questions regarding the position, please get in touch! Contacts: Business Development Manager Jussi Kemilä, jussi.kemila@raahe.fi, tel. 040 830 3018 or Development Director Pasi Pitkänen, pasi.pitkanen@raahe.fi, tel 040 135 6750.