Operations Manager for the Social Office in Norrköping

Do you want to help create Sweden's best social office for those we serve? Are you a leader who enjoys thinking and trying new things? Then you might be the right fit for us!

Who are we?

The Social Office is a dynamic and committed organization that aims to create security and good social services for those we serve in Norrköping. We work with support and assistance for both children, youth, and adults who are particularly vulnerable or in various difficulties.

Our focus is always on meeting individual needs, especially when it comes to the best interests of children. We are dedicated to providing high-quality support and treatment measures based on legally secure assessments.

Together, we are over 1,800 employees, of which about 75 work as managers.

The Social Office is one of Norrköping Municipality's largest offices, and we have a strong desire to develop and improve, and we are now looking for you who want to be an important part of that work.

Your responsibilities

As the operations manager at the Social Office, you have a central role in developing the operations. Together with engaged unit managers and business developers, you are responsible for developing and leading the operations to achieve common goals.

Your area of responsibility includes personnel, budget, and work environment. You are also a presenter in the board. You have a genuine interest in social work and those we serve.

You will be an important part of the office's management team, where you actively participate in the strategic work to develop the entire Social Office. In your role, you will also be Norrköping Municipality's representative and collaborate with other municipal units and external actors locally, regionally, and nationally. Occasionally, you may also come into contact with the media.

Your immediate supervisor is the social director.

Who are you?

You have a university degree of at least 180 credits, in fields such as behavioral science, social work, or another education deemed equivalent by the employer.

To be considered for this position, you need to have experience working in the social services field. You have several years of experience as a manager and are skilled in change management. We view positively if you have experience leading other managers. We also appreciate if you have knowledge of the legislation LSS and/or SOL.

As a leader, you apply trust-based leadership and trust that your employees have the knowledge, judgment, and willingness to perform their work in the best way without micromanagement. Your most important task is to create conditions based on the needs in the interaction between employees and those we serve. The aim to contribute to welfare and societal benefit is always guiding your leadership.

You have a strong goal and result focus in your priorities, plans, follow-ups, and decisions. When conditions change, you easily adapt and can make quick decisions if necessary.

Furthermore, you have a good ability to collaborate with others and are aware of your own emotions and how they affect your behavior, as well as their impact on others.

You design strategies and can implement changes in a wise and thoughtful manner, motivating and inspiring others.

Welcome with your application!

Information about the position

Number of vacancies: 1
Employment type: Permanent full-time position
Start date: By agreement
Working hours: Trust-based working hours
Possibility of remote work: Yes, partially when the operations allow
Application deadline: January 11
Contact: Social Director Susanna Karlqvist, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]), or HR Specialist Ellen Harryzon, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Additional information: We have chosen to remove the personal letter and replace it with selection questions relevant to the position. This makes it easier to make an objective assessment of your qualifications. You submit your CV as usual.

Due to holidays, we are harder to reach during the period from December 23 to January 7, but please send an email and we will get back to you as soon as we can.

THE FEELING OF CONTRIBUTING. THE OPPORTUNITY TO INFLUENCE

Working in Norrköping Municipality means that you are part of creating welfare. Our 11,000 employees contribute and make a difference every day. We offer a creative and dynamic workplace for curious and open-minded people who want more than just a job. Together we create the future of Norrköping.

We are looking for you who have the competence to contribute to our operations regardless of gender, gender identity or expression, age, ethnic background, religion or other beliefs, sexual orientation, or disability.

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