Logistics Officer at HNS CC

Do you want a varied job where you collaborate with both military and civilian actors while contributing to smooth logistics? As a Logistics Officer at HNS CC, you will play a central role in the work with host nation support and the development of the section's activities.

Host Nation Support Section/HNS CC

The Operations Management (OPL) is tasked with supporting the Chief of OPL with relevant planning, implementation, and decision support materials for the management of the Armed Forces' operations both nationally and internationally.

HNS CC (Host Nation Support Coordination Cell) is one of three sections within the Logistics Department /J4. The section is responsible for coordinating host nation support for incoming and transiting foreign units into and/or through Sweden. This section was newly established in the autumn of 2025.

Main Responsibilities

As a logistics officer, you have a holistic perspective and are involved in the planning and coordination of host nation support.

Coordination occurs with units within the Armed Forces as well as civilian authorities and organizations, as well as foreign units.

You play a role in the section's development and have administrative tasks, such as drafting documents and protocols, bookings, orders, updating collaboration platforms, preparing and compiling materials, and other administrative tasks relevant to the position.

As HNS CC is in a startup phase, the initial period of the job will involve tasks that lead to a functioning section that solves assigned tasks.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• High school education with passing grades
• Current and relevant experience of administrative work within government, preferably in the total defense sector
• Good knowledge of Swedish and English – both spoken and written
• Driving license B

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who is service-oriented and has a professional approach to your work. You are proactive and see what needs to be done, while taking responsibility for ensuring that the work is carried out accurately and efficiently. Your structured work style helps you plan and prioritize even when the pace is high.

You work just as well independently as in a team and contribute with engagement and collaboration within the team. With your good social skills, you easily build trust and create positive relationships with both colleagues and external actors.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

Meritorious

• Completed military basic training, conscription, or equivalent with passing results
• Experience working with host nation support or logistics
• Previous service in the Armed Forces
• Previous international service or within the voluntary defense
• Experience and knowledge of the Armed Forces' IT systems

For the agency's mission to be successful, it is assumed that all employees act according to the values that exist. The Armed Forces' value foundation safeguards the equal value of all people, justice, and equality and promotes democracy and human rights. (read more at www.forsvarsmakten.se (http://www.forsvarsmakten.se)).

Other

Employment type: Permanent position. The employment begins with a 6-month probationary period.
Employment rate: Full-time. Working hours are primarily during the day, but evening and weekend work may occur.
Work location: Stockholm. The position is not suitable for remote work. Shorter trips to other locations and abroad may occur.
Position level: Civil
Start date: By agreement

The position involves military placement and will therefore be preceded by a security review.

Tests may occur in the recruitment process.

Inquiries about the position can be made to:

If you have questions about the position, please contact the recruiting manager, Section Chief for HNS CC Louise Hagéus Odelberg, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) or via switchboard 08-788 75 00.

Information about the recruitment process

Answered by HR specialist Elin Dahlqvist, reachable at phone 08-788 75 00.

Union Representatives

SACO: Stefan Ungerth
SEKO: Monika Danielsson/Liselott Larsson
Defense Union, OFRS: Kjell Tetzlaff
OFRO: Roger Ericsson
All can be reached via switchboard 08-788 75 00.

Application

Welcome with your application no later than 2025-12-07. Your application should include a CV and a cover letter where you motivate why you are suitable for this position.

Applications for this position will only be accepted via the Armed Forces' website.

Information about the recruiting unit:

In the Headquarters, there is the Supreme Commander and the Director General. The Headquarters has approximately 1,000 employees – both professional officers and civilian experts. The Headquarters consists from 2023-01-01 of the defense staff, operations management, military intelligence and security service, as well as the Headquarters' staff department and independent supervisory units.

Employment with us means placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. A security review with a background check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be placed in military service. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

With the application for employment, a CV and cover letter must be attached. If you proceed in the employment process, certified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.