Coordinator Responsible for EU Funding

MSB works for a safer society in a changing world with a focus on the development of civil defense. As of January 1, 2026, we will be the Agency for Civil Defense. The Agency for Civil Defense has two clear roles: we are the leading, directing, and coordinating authority in civil defense, and we are the sector-responsible authority for the emergency services and protection of the civilian population. The Agency for Civil Defense's vision is "Together for a strong civil defense".

Do you want to contribute to a safer society in a changing world? Then you might be our next colleague!

Your Responsibilities and Tasks

In the role of coordinator responsible for EU funding, you will keep updated on current and upcoming funding opportunities within the EU and propose possible funding arrangements in dialogue with relevant departments.

The assignment also includes providing strategic guidance and practical advice in connection with project applications. The coordinator is expected to have close collaboration with project economists and lawyers. The focus is on supporting and coordinating funding opportunities for prioritized activities within the agency. Information regarding calls for proposals may also need to be shared externally. The position is primarily focused on EU funding but may also include other types of international collaborations and funding forms. Your tasks also include, among other things:

• being responsible for the agency's processes and routines for EU funding in close collaboration with economists, lawyers, and relevant departments.
• identifying and analyzing relevant EU funding opportunities and proactively informing the relevant parts of the agency. This includes providing support and guidance throughout the work process.
• engaging in dialogue about EU funding issues internally with operational managers and experts, as well as externally with the Government Offices, EU institutions, and other national and international actors.
• representing the agency in relevant national, international, and EU-related forums related to funding issues.

Your Knowledge and Competencies

We are looking for someone with a relevant academic background and several years of work experience in EU funding, focusing on applying for funding and reporting as well as providing advice on EU calls for proposals. Furthermore, you have a very good ability to handle tasks involving data collection, processing, and compilation of complex information. You also have:

• an excellent ability to express yourself verbally and in writing in both Swedish and English.
• experience working with policy issues related to EU funding.

It is advantageous if you have:

• experience with, for example, the Regional Development Fund, Civil Protection Mechanism, and Defense Fund.
• knowledge of MSB's organization and operations.

In all our work, both internally and externally, we must act based on the state values. Like all employees and leaders at our agency, you are expected to work in a mission-oriented, development-focused, dialogue-oriented manner, have good self-awareness, and contribute by being a role model.

As of January 1, 2026, the employee and leadership criteria will be replaced by the Agency for Civil Defense's approach for employees and leaders: The approaches apply in everyday life, crisis, and war. The three approaches should be seen as a whole and build on each other; collaborative – proactive - action-oriented.

We place great importance on your personal qualities. The work as a coordinator requires excellent communication and collaboration skills, as well as flexibility and humility towards the tasks. The workload can be high at times and requires resilience, independence, the ability to prioritize, and a structured working method.

About the Employment

We offer you a permanent full-time position that begins with a probationary period. Your workplace will be in Karlstad or Stockholm at our Tomteboda office, and travel may occur in the employment.

The majority of our positions involve placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. When placed in a security class, a security review with a background check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Most employees at MSB are designated for military service.

About Us

The Department for International Relations, Research, and Innovation has an agency-wide mission to assist with direction, coordination, and support to the Director General/agency management and to other departments in EU, NATO, and international matters, as well as to contribute to the development of knowledge and capability through research and innovation.

All of us working at MSB are expected to contribute to increased equality and equal treatment for a work environment and a society free from discrimination.

Do you want to know more? If you have questions, please contact Karolina Winbo-Rydell. Union representatives are Jörgen Mähler (Saco-S), Jan Fenelius (ST), and Josefin Berglund or Ann-Britt Paradis (SEKO). All can be reached via the switchboard number 0771-240 240.

Welcome with your application by December 16, 2025.