Vacant job

Do you want to contribute to creating better conditions for civil society in developing countries? Are you interested in strengthening civil society in a time of change? At Sida, you will use your skills to make a difference for people. Also, see the advertised positions for experienced case officers aimed at those with longer relevant work experience.

About the job

As a case officer in one of the CSO units, you will be part of a dynamic group of colleagues managing support to civil society organizations. You will, among other things, review and assess applications, prepare decision-making materials, follow up on projects, and engage in dialogue with various actors in the aid sector. The operations include support through both Swedish and international civil society organizations and direct support to civil society in developing countries. Through your work, you contribute to promoting democracy, human rights, and human security, and to strengthening the capacity and conditions of organizations. You will also participate in and contribute to the unit's learning and method development.

You will work at Sida's office in Rissne Sundbyberg. The position is located in the Global Department, which gathers global strategy and intervention management and works based on Sida's various thematic areas.

Responsibilities

• Manage interventions including application assessment, follow-up of results reporting, and dialogue with partners.
• Utilize and develop relevant methods and approaches for results management, capacity development, and aid effectiveness within civil society support.
• Participate in contacts with other units and departments, foreign missions, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as well as with collaboration and dialogue partners such as other authorities, civil society organizations, and representatives of stakeholder groups such as the business community and academia.
• Support the work with a range of tasks within the unit and department.

We offer

We offer a workplace with good opportunities for development and an environment characterized by openness and diversity. You will work based on a clear mandate and area of responsibility characterized by trust between you, your manager, and your colleagues.

As an employee at Sida, you work with the world as your workplace, with Agenda 2030 and the government’s core values as your guide. To respond to the challenges the world faces today and in the future, we need people with diverse backgrounds and skills.

Qualifications

Education

• Academic degree in a relevant field for the operations

Languages

• Very good knowledge of Swedish and English, both spoken and written

Work experience and knowledge

• Documented experience of international development cooperation.
• Documented experience in managing aid interventions, including work with budgets and financial reporting.
• Documented experience of working with or in civil society organizations.

Functional competencies/abilities:

For this role, you need to:

• Be able to lead yourself and take responsibility for your own development
• Be good at collaborating and creating trusting relationships
• Be able to handle resistance, be flexible, and solution-focused
• Have the ability to engage in dialogue and create consensus
• Be able to contribute to and absorb knowledge and evidence

For this role, it is advantageous if you

• Have experience working in developing countries

Good to know

The position is a permanent employment with a start date in April 2026

Sida offers the possibility of remote work to some extent if it works for the operations.

When contacting, please refer to ref.no 170/25

Further information about the position can be obtained from Karin Fällman, 0702 987 534 or Ulrika Lång, 0730 419 111

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About Sida

Sida – The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency - is a government agency that works on behalf of the government and parliament to create conditions for better living conditions for people living in poverty and oppression. Our work aims to contribute to achieving the parliament's goals and the government's direction for Swedish aid.

We have over 800 employees distributed among three offices in Sweden and at Swedish embassies in our partner countries. Read more about Sida's employment benefits and Sida's diversity work.

Diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives are the foundation for a workplace free from discrimination, where everyone thrives and does their best. We believe in diversity and its positive impact on our operations and welcome applicants with different backgrounds and experiences.