Deputy City Director for Landskrona City

Landskrona is on the rise in many ways. New areas with waterfront housing are emerging, and more and more companies are choosing to establish themselves here. The location in the heart of the Øresund region, close to beaches and cities, nature and culture, attracts more and more people to move, establish businesses, and visit.

In Landskrona City, with over 3,300 employees, we work according to our values BRA, where B stands for meeting, R for results, and A for accountability. Our values should permeate all our activities, and we aim to be a workplace where you feel joy and pride in your work. There is room for those with courage and initiative, and you will have the opportunity to develop.

Do you want to be part of influencing the development of one of Skåne's most exciting cities? Welcome with your application!

About the Position

Landskrona City is in a strong development phase, and as the Deputy City Director and also Deputy Head of the City Management Administration, you will be a key person in driving the city's strategic work forward. Your task is to work together with the City Director to ensure that the city's ambitious goals for growth, efficiency, attractiveness, quality, and sustainability are implemented in practice.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

We are looking for an experienced Deputy City Director who, together with the City Director, develops and leads Landskrona's municipal administration. You will be part of the top management and responsible for ensuring that political decisions are translated into effective and quality-assured operations.

Our culture is straightforward, uncomplicated, and results-oriented, with clear assignments that everyone understands. Here, you will work closely with the operations and see the impact of your work.

You will lead the City Management Administration and play a key role in ensuring collaboration, efficiency, solution orientation, and high quality in the administration's work. You will report directly to the City Director and collaborate closely with other administrations and municipal companies to facilitate the city's development process.

Your Main Responsibilities

In the role of Deputy City Director, you will work closely with the City Director and contribute to the strategic management and development work for the entire city. You will coordinate, develop, and follow up on the City Management Administration to ensure quality and efficiency. You will lead selected projects and ensure that political decisions are implemented in practice. The role also involves supporting managers in their leadership and in the development of employees. You will act as a clear representative for Landskrona City in dialogue with politicians, city residents, businesses, and other external actors.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for a person with an academic degree in public administration, political science, law, economics, or another relevant field. You have several years of documented leadership experience, with responsibility for managers, within the public sector. You have documented experience in driving and leading change in complex organizations and a very good understanding of politically governed operations and public administration. Competence in public budget and operational management, with the ability to analyze key figures and follow up on results. Experience in following up on decision implementation and effectively applying political decisions.

You have good analytical skills, and the role demands high strategic thinking as well as the capacity to make well-founded decisions in complex situations. You are a skilled communicator, both verbally and in writing, with experience in presenting and explaining complex issues to different target groups. You have high integrity, are responsible, and have the ability to build long-term and trusting relationships.

Your Leadership

You are a mature, unpretentious, and engaged leader with the ability to build commitment among employees and partners. You are action-oriented, uncomplicated, and have a pragmatic and solution-oriented approach, where you see opportunities rather than obstacles. With clarity and confidence in your leadership, you create a positive culture and build trust both internally and externally. You have a strong interest in working in a politically governed organization and can interpret political goals into concrete operations. A holistic view, structured working methods, collaboration, and a focus on development are important values for you.

What We Offer You

A key position in a city with strong growth within the Øresund region. An engaged management team and a work climate characterized by the values of Meeting, Results, and Accountability (BRA). Opportunities to influence the future of Landskrona and contribute to development for residents and entrepreneurs.

Want to Know More?

In this recruitment, we collaborate with the recruitment company Compass. To express your interest and for an initial confidential dialogue regarding the position, please contact us via phone or email, see contact details below. We would like to have your application by January 25, 2025.

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Employer information: https://www.landskrona.se/jobbailandskronastad (https://www.landskrona.se/jobbailandskronastad)

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