Vacant job

Do you thrive in a leadership role with significant responsibility? Are you passionate about creating development and working in a non-profit organization with exciting challenges? Do you have the ability to translate an organization's vision into concrete proposals and activities and lead their implementation? Then this could be the position for you!

About the position

Linnékåren is seeking an engaged Operations Manager to drive and coordinate our work across our two locations, Kalmar and Växjö. As Operations Manager, you play a key role in:

• Leading daily operations and serving as a link between the board and staff.
• Coordinating and developing Linnékåren's work together with the chairperson.
• Supporting the board in negotiations with external parties such as universities, municipalities, and businesses.

About Linnékåren

Linnékåren is an HBTQI-certified student union at Linné University representing approximately 40,000 students. Our main task is to review the university's operations and ensure that students receive a high-quality education and a positive student life. We are the voice of the students and collaborate with the university, municipalities, and businesses to improve students' everyday lives. Our areas include:

• Students' rights and educational quality.
• Social issues such as housing, health, and student organizations.
• Activities and events that strengthen community among students.
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We are looking for someone who

• Has experience in project management and change work.
• Advocates for a leadership style where freedom under responsibility is essential.
• Has experience with difficult conversations.
• Is an operational Operations Manager who also masters supporting the strategic aspects of the organization.
• Is communicative and enjoys a role with many contact points, both internally and externally.

Qualifications:

• Relevant academic degree of at least 120/180 credits in HR or equivalent assessed as comparable.
• Experience in one of the following: working in a non-profit organization, politically governed organization, or higher education.
• Experience with personnel responsibility.
• Good knowledge of Swedish and English, both verbally and in writing.

Practical information

• Position: Operations Manager, full-time.
• Location: The position is divided between both Kalmar & Växjö.
• Application: Send your CV and cover letter to Miriam Parkkinen, Chairperson of Linnékåren, [email protected]
• Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis.

Do you want to help shape the future for students at Linné University? Welcome with your application!