Vacant job

Ref: 20260031

Do you want to inspire and guide the residents of Malmö in their first steps towards working life? The Labor Market Department is now looking for a committed and driven career counselor who wants to make a difference.

With us, you will work in a dynamic and development-oriented environment where your skills and commitment contribute to Malmö residents approaching studies, work, and self-sufficiency.

Responsibilities

In the role of career counselor, you will have a varied and meaningful assignment. A central part of the position is to coordinate the PRAO assignment within the Labor Market Department, where we receive young people in the organization. You will be responsible for administration, contacts with schools and partners, as well as developing work materials that support the employees who mentor PRAO students.

In addition to this, regular tasks for career counselors are included. You will also:

• Prepare, guide, and coach participants to help them start their studies on their path to self-sufficiency.
• Plan and conduct both individual conversations and group sessions with participants.
• Carry out various interventions together with colleagues.
• Document in the Pro Capita database, including describing and following up on the participant's process.
• Collaborate and cooperate with other actors internally and externally, e.g., guidance centers, adult education, and other educational actors.
• Participate in the development work regarding studies and guidance.
• Gather experiences and knowledge in the field and stay updated by monitoring the areas necessary to plan and coach participants to choose a good study path.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone who has:

• A university degree as a career counselor.
• At least two years of relevant work experience.
• Excellent ability to express yourself in Swedish, both orally and in writing, as well as good documentation skills.

Meritorious are:

• Additional language skills.
• Experience working within municipal and/or private labor market initiatives.

Who are you?

• You build trust and create strong professional relationships.
• You see collaboration as a key to success and actively work to create good partnerships, both internally and externally.
• You are solution-oriented and have a desire to develop the organization.
• You enjoy working closely with participants and are passionate about guiding them to the right study or career choice.
• You are motivated by working towards high goals and contributing to results.

With us, you will have a workplace where you can influence, develop, and make a difference every day. We offer an inspiring and supportive environment where your efforts contribute to more Malmö residents finding their way to a brighter future.

About the workplace

At Sweden's largest labor market and social administration, 2800 employees work every day to strengthen Malmö residents. Together with the residents of Malmö, we want to increase opportunities for self-sufficiency, reduce homelessness, contribute to good conditions for children and young people, and ensure that newcomers have good opportunities. It is an important and enjoyable job, but far from easy. Apply for a job with us, you will make a difference.

The City of Malmö's operations are organized into 14 administrations. Our common mission is to create welfare and sustainable community development. Together with the residents of Malmö, we develop an even better city to live, work, and be in; differences, life experiences, and talents make Malmö a smart city in the heart of Europe. The world's knowledge is here.

Read about the City of Malmö as an employer here malmo.se/jobb (https://malmo.se/jobb)

Information about the position

• Employment type: Permanent
• Scope: Full-time
• Number of positions: 1
• Start date: As soon as possible or by agreement

Other

Please note that we in the City of Malmö have removed the personal letter from the application process and replaced it with selection questions, this for a more inclusive recruitment process and an efficient candidate experience for you applying for a job with us. Your answers will be an important part of our selection work.

For the interview, you are welcome to have thought about two references that you could provide information on, preferably former supervisors. Before employment, you need to present a valid ID (national ID card or passport) and relevant diploma.

The City of Malmö strives for employees to represent the diversity that exists in our city. We therefore welcome applicants who can contribute to our ability to meet the needs of Malmö residents.