Jouni Vauhkonen

Jouni Vauhkonen is a seasoned professional in public affairs and communications with extensive experience across various organizations in Finland. Currently serving as a Public Affairs Specialist at Etelä-Savon hyvinvointialue since April 2023, Vauhkonen has held key roles including Communications Manager at Essote Etelä-Savon sosiaali ja terveyspalvelujen kuntayhtymä since January 2017, and Political Assistant at the Parliament of Finland since September 2021. Previous positions include Communications Specialist roles at Essote and Generaattori, as well as at the Finnish Tax Administration. Vauhkonen holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Political Science and Government, as well as a Doctor of Social Sciences, both from the University of Jyväskylä. Expertise encompasses international relations, strategic and internal communications, political science, and public relations.