Employment Services provide job seekers with guidance and counseling to support employment, and assist companies with recruitment in the Central Ostrobothnia region: in the areas of Kokkola, Halsua, Kannus, Kaustinen, Lestijärvi, Perho, Toholampi, and Veteli.
Contact requests can be made via Job Market Finland E-services portal or by phone.
Changes to opening hours 23.12 – 6.1
• 23.12 Kallentori service point and phone services are open 9.00 - 12.00
• 24.12 – 28.12 Closed
• 29.12 – 30.12 Kallentori service point and phone services are open as usual
• 31.12 Kallentori service point and phone services are open 9.00 – 12.00
• 1.1 and 6.1 Closed
Employment Services Phone Service
Phone: +358 6 828 9800
We answer calls Mon–Wed from 9:00–12:00 and 13:00–15:00.
Kokkola Service Point
Kallentori Service Point, Pitkänsillankatu 15, 67100 Kokkola
Opening hours:
Mon–Wed 9:00–12:00 and 13:00–15:00
Also by appointment.
Kaustinen Service Point
Kappelintie 13, 69601 Kaustinen
By appointment, or Walk-in Monday reception from 9:00 to 12:00.
Walk-in reception on Mondays, 9.00 - 12.00, will continue again 12.1.2026.
Contact Information for the Central Ostrobothnia Employment Area (Available at kokkola.fi)
Contact details for services for companies and employers: kokkola.fi
Inquiries related to the payment of grants and subsidies (start-up grants, wage subsidies, skills development services):
Mon–Fri 9:00–15:00
+358 295 025 505
Changes to opening hours 23.12 – 6.1
Regional news
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Regional news
The regions of Ostrobothnia and Central Ostrobothnia on Finland’s west coast are vibrant areas where international expertise plays a key role, particularly in the energy, agriculture, and manufacturing sectors. A significant number of international professionals work in the region, and its multicultural atmosphere makes it an attractive destination for global talent. Learn more about the opportunities in the area and find your next job here.
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