Course Coordinator at the Swedish Defence University

The Swedish Defence University is an internationally renowned institution in defense, crisis management, and security. We offer a unique academic environment where civilian meets military. We educate civilian and military leaders, experts, and researchers who will analyze and manage today's and future crisis situations and security problems. The Swedish Defence University trains Sweden's officers and leads the academic development of the officer profession. We conduct research in law focusing on operational law and international law, defense systems, war science, leadership and management, military history, and political science.

The Centre for Total Defence and Societal Security (CTSS) gathers all the expertise of the Swedish Defence University and meets society's knowledge needs in total defense and societal security. Our areas of expertise in terrorism, total defense, information security, and crisis preparedness are based on research and proven experience.

CTSS is a commissioned-financed operation that works closely with clients to deliver useful knowledge to leaders and employees in the security sector. Each area of expertise has extensive national and international networks of researchers and practitioners. One of the centre's main strengths is the long-term nature of its operations, which provides clients with continuity for their personnel supply and the opportunity to update knowledge previously conveyed.

CTSS consists of three departments: analysis support, concept education, and the department for commissioned education. In total, there are just over 50 employees at the centre. The position is located at the Department of Concept Education in Karlstad.

Job Responsibilities

As a course coordinator, you will play a central role in planning, implementing, and following up on education in leadership, as well as supporting operations in other leadership areas. You will work both with course implementation and with the development and quality assurance of our concept training UL, IL, and UGL.

The work involves close collaboration with other concepts within the department, other parts of the Swedish Defence University, and external partners. Through dialogue and needs analysis, you contribute to our ability to offer relevant and targeted training that meets future demands.

The work involves travel within Sweden.

Who Are We Looking For?

We are looking for someone who is confident in the educational role and enjoys engaging with both large groups and more complex target groups. You have a knack for quickly understanding new material and are prepared to contribute to training that is imminent.

To succeed in this role, you need to have a broad knowledge base, a strong interest in the external environment, and a willingness to continuously develop.

You thrive in the university's work community. You are present and active to perform your tasks in the best possible way. You share knowledge and contribute to the professional development, collegial working methods, and social community of the Swedish Defence University.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Relevant higher education, for example in behavioral science or equivalent
• Broad work experience with a focus on leadership and/or crisis management

Meritorious are:

• Instructor within one of the Swedish Defence University's concept trainings
• Experience working in or with the Armed Forces
• Experience from a university or college

As a person, you are self-driven, analytical, and unpretentious. You enjoy being part of a team but are also comfortable driving your own projects. You express yourself fluently in Swedish and work result-oriented, can and want to collaborate, take responsibility for your work, and have the ability to keep track of both details and the overall perspective.

We will place great emphasis on personal qualities.

To thrive with us, you need to be an engaged and present individual who wants to contribute to the professional development, collegial collaboration culture, and social cohesion of the Swedish Defence University. It comes naturally to you to share your knowledge and contribute to creating a rewarding and good work environment.

About the Employment

The employment is a permanent position that begins with a six-month probationary period on a full-time basis.

Location: Karlstad.

Employment at the Swedish Defence University may involve a security clearance according to the Security Protection Act (2018:585).

The employment may also involve military placement. If you are already military placed in your current employment at an authority and your competence is needed in the Swedish Defence University's military organization, a negotiation will take place between the relevant authority and the Swedish Defence University regarding where you will be placed.

Start Date

According to agreement but no later than April 2026.

Salary and Benefits

The Swedish Defence University applies individual salary setting.

Benefits for employees at the Swedish Defence University - FHS/Benefits/employee

Application

The application should include a CV and a cover letter and be submitted via the Swedish Defence University's recruitment system by clicking the “Apply” link on the advertisement page. Mark your application with dnr HR 235/2025. Your application must reach us by January 15, 2026.

The complete application must be received by the Swedish Defence University by the last application date at midnight, CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

In cases where there is not a balanced gender ratio, the Swedish Defence University may, in the case of equal or nearly equal qualifications among applicants, hire the underrepresented gender.

Contact Persons

Further information about the position can be obtained from:

• Andreas Ivansson, Head of Department, Department of Concept Education, [email protected]
• Emma Ohlsson, HR Partner, [email protected]

For contact with the employee organizations at the Swedish Defence University, email [email protected], OFR/[email protected], and OFR/[email protected].