Vacant job

Josefine Guldbrand concludes her tenure as operations manager at the Women's House in Örebro

In an office in the heart of the Women's House in Örebro, we meet the operations manager Josefine Guldbrand, who is soon concluding her assignment.

Her voice is warm as she talks about the important work that the Women's House Örebro carries out – an activity that extends far beyond the physical walls. Here, protection, support, and hope are offered to women and children facing their life's greatest challenges.

– The job as operations manager is the most rewarding I have ever had. I get to be a part of something bigger, where every challenge and every feeling I encounter along the way contributes to building a future where violence no longer has a place, says Josefine.

After several years in the role of operations manager, Josefine will soon pass the baton to a new leader – a prestigious assignment that will require both heart and action.

– The one who takes over must have a great commitment to civil society and a genuine understanding of the situation of women and children exposed to violence. It is a job that places high demands on both leadership and presence, but at the same time, it is an opportunity to truly make a difference, she continues.

A home for support and change

The Women's House works with three main areas: sheltered accommodation, counseling, and outward activities in the form of lectures and knowledge dissemination. The activity focuses on meeting new victims of violence and support seekers in the crisis they are in, while the long-term work to break the cycles of violence is at the center.

– When a woman and her children step through our doors, they should feel safe. Everything we do, big or small, is about creating a stable foundation for their security and future, says Josefine.

She also talks about the importance of supporting the employees, who daily meet clients in difficult life situations.

– Our staff is fantastic and does an incredible job. As a manager, it is my role to be close and available, to support and remind them that they are doing the right thing in their roles.

A future to shape

The new operations manager will not only manage but also shape the Women's House forward. The role requires a balance between operational work and strategic leadership, a clear vision, and a willingness to develop both the activity and the team.

– Our work is part of a larger societal change where the long-term goal is a society where women and children live free from men's violence. As an operations manager, one needs to understand the connection between the board's strategic mission and the operational responsibility in everyday life. It is important to be a problem solver and at the same time a clear and confident leader, explains Josefine.

An opportunity to influence

Working at the Women's House is not just a job – it is an opportunity to contribute to something greater. Josefine looks back on her time with pride and warmth.

– I have had the privilege of leading an operation where people are passionate about helping others. We do it together, and that is precisely the core of our work – to influence for a society free from violence.

For those who take on the role of operations manager, a daily life filled with challenges and opportunities awaits – an opportunity to shape the future of an operation that changes lives and builds hope, every day. Are you the right person for the job?

Examples of tasks:

• Overall managerial responsibility for the operation.
• Ensure that agreements are followed and that the operation's systems are kept up to date.
• Responsible for strategic development, environmental monitoring, and opinion building.
• Responsibility for procurements and follow-ups.
• Report to the board and participate in board meetings.
• Promote collaboration with external actors, handle media, and market the operation's services.
• Financial responsibility for the operation, with support from the treasurer and accounting firm, as well as responsibility for grant and project applications.
• Responsibility for personnel issues, including recruitment, salary setting, employee discussions, work environment work, and collaboration with union representatives.
• Ensure that routines for work environment, safety, and security are followed.

Are you the one we are looking for?

To succeed in the role, we see that you have:

• Degree in Social Work.
• At least two years of experience working with men's violence against women.
• Experience in management and governance, preferably from civil society.
• Experience in leading other managers.
• Solid knowledge of the regulations and laws governing the operation within sheltered accommodation.

Welcome to apply for the position

Apply for the position by January 26, 2025, at the latest. For questions, contact the responsible recruitment consultant:

• Mia Haglund on phone 072-396 05 82
• Linda Axäng on phone 079-340 54 42

About the Women's House Örebro

The Women's House in Örebro is a non-partisan and non-denominational non-profit association that has been active since 1979. The association's overall purpose is to work for women's liberation at all levels of society through women's solidarity association activities.

The board has the ultimate responsibility for the operation, with the operations manager delegated to handle the daily work including work environment, economy, and personnel.

AxÖ Consulting AB has extensive and solid experience in the recruitment and consulting industry and has worked in both the private market and the public sector. For more information and application, visit www.axoconsulting.se (www.axoconsulting.se). Unfortunately, we do not accept applications by mail or email.

Warmly welcome with your application.