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Ystad is the small town with big opportunities. Here you will find unique nature experiences, a vibrant history, a dynamic cultural life, and a variety of recreational activities. We also have a rich business community that operates both locally and globally.

In Ystad Municipality, we are about 2900 dedicated employees who contribute and make a difference. Together, we create a better everyday life for our residents, businesses, organizations, and visitors, now and in the future.

Leadership is important to us, which is why all managers are trained in developmental leadership. We offer you a secure employment where you make a meaningful contribution to society. Here you will also find many career opportunities in an organization that is constantly evolving.

We firmly stand on our values, which are - Better Together, characterized by courage, trust, participation, and professionalism.

The Municipal Executive Administration is the administration of the municipal council. Here, about 100 employees work in finance and procurement, communication, IT, secretariat, business, tourism, HR and payroll, switchboard, security, and legal affairs.

Do you have an interest in societal issues and democratic processes? We are now looking for a driven and structured election coordinator who wants to play a key role in the implementation of the general election in 2026! Do you want to help create the conditions for a safe and well-functioning election? Then we look forward to your application.

The position of election coordinator is a project employment that extends until September 30. The election coordinator will work in the secretariat unit of the Municipal Executive Administration under the Management and Support department and will be part of the team working on the 2026 election.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As an election coordinator, you have an important job in creating conditions for voters to exercise their democratic right to vote in free and secret elections.

You will work with planning, coordination, implementation, and follow-up of the entire election process, from advance voting and venue planning to recruitment and training of about 220 ballot receivers. You will have a coordinating role and be involved in all parts of the election and its administration.

You coordinate internal efforts and external contacts such as the Election Authority, County Administrative Board, and other municipalities.

The tasks include planning for advance voting, logistics, venues, materials, and staffing. You prepare cases for the election board and are responsible for information efforts. You work in digital systems used in connection with the election.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for someone who is structured, collaborative, and solution-oriented. You thrive in coordinating roles with both the big picture and details and have a service-oriented approach. You are self-driven with the ability to keep all parts of the election work together, big and small. You see opportunities and are flexible.

You have documented experience in project management and an academic background in, for example, social or political science or other relevant education for the assignment. You have good knowledge of Swedish and express yourself well in speech and writing. Good IT skills/computer literacy are a prerequisite, and you have a B driver's license. Great emphasis is placed on personal suitability.

Experience in election administration or committee work is an advantage.

OTHER

Employees are sought on the condition that the position does not need to be claimed by already employed staff or persons with preferential rights.

Before a possible employment, we will check citizenship. If you are not a citizen of Sweden, the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, you must be able to present a valid residence/work permit or be able to prove that you are exempt from the obligation to have a work permit.

All employees should be offered conditions for good health; therefore, we actively work with our work environment. We offer wellness benefits and a smoke-free working time.

In connection with this recruitment, we decline contacts from recruitment companies and other advertisers. Please note that we only accept applications via Visma Recruit and thus not via email or other contact methods. If you have questions about the position, please contact the designated contact person.