Communicator Dalregementet

Do you want to take the next step in your career, be part of something bigger, and value contributing to a safer and better society with who you are and what you do? Do you want to help build a well-functioning organization? With us, you have the opportunity to make a difference - welcome with your application!

The Unit Dalregementet

The Swedish Armed Forces - we defend Sweden, our allies, and our freedom to live as we choose. The establishment of Dalregementet is part of building Swedish defense capability. Until the regiment is developed to full capacity, including a new regiment area, the operations will be characterized by continuous development and change. Work methods will change over time to adapt to the growing organization and its activities.

About the Department

Dalregementet is looking for a communicator for the communications department, which is part of the regimental staff. The communications department currently consists of a communications manager and two school informers. The department's task is to lead and implement communication activities at Dalregementet and Falu garrison along the entire conflict spectrum: peace, crisis, and war. The department works with all types of communication, externally, internally, operationally, and strategically.

Main Responsibilities

You will work both strategically and operationally. Your main responsibilities are to independently collect, process, and produce information in text, image, and video for internal and external use, such as talking points, web texts, articles on the intranet, and posts on social media. You will create and moderate content for our social channels, photograph and edit image and video material. You will also guide press and media and plan and conduct press conferences in collaboration with the communications manager. In addition, you will work with managing and creating content for our external website and our internal staff website. The work also includes some design, and you will support management and staff with text, images, and presentations.

We Offer

In the Swedish Armed Forces, there is a strong value base built on openness, results, and responsibility. The operations offer great variety and complexity as well as good development opportunities. Our employees have several benefits, including: professional development based on the needs of the organization and your career goals, three hours of training per week during working hours, training clothes, and gym membership. Salary supplements during parental leave and VAB.

Qualifications

• Communication education at the university level or equivalent education deemed equivalent by the employer
• Work experience of at least 24 months as a communicator or equivalent experience deemed equivalent by the employer
• Experience in creating and moderating content on social media
• Very good knowledge of Swedish and English - both spoken and written
• Driving license B

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who is a humble and pronounced team player who shares their expertise but also gladly receives others' opinions and experiences. You thrive in working independently, variably, and with great personal responsibility for several projects at the same time. You are good at working systematically, prioritizing, and taking your own initiatives. You enjoy a work environment where clear processes and goals are followed while being solution-oriented and creative when needed. You adapt well to changing tempos and are persistent and reliable. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

Meritorious

• Previous service in the Swedish Armed Forces or another authority
• Knowledge of our systems InDesign, Adobe Lightroom, Clipsk, or other video and photo editing apps
• Ability to produce and edit film material for internal and external channels and experience in photography with a DSLR camera
• Experience working with press and media
• Experience in crisis communication
• Experience in web management

Other Information

Employment type: Civil employment permanent with a six-month probationary period

Work degree: Full-time

Working hours: 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday during daytime with flexible working hours agreement. Work may be scheduled outside regular working hours

Work location: Falun, but business trips may occur

Estimated start date: Upon agreement

Salary: Individual salary setting applies within the framework of the Swedish Armed Forces' salary policy.

Contact for questions regarding the position

Hanna Embretsen, Communications Manager 073-302 17 05

Contact for questions about the recruitment process

HR Generalist Anette Patten, 070 738 7567

Union Representatives:

Contact via the switchboard 08-788 75 00

• OFR/O Jan-Erik Belin
• OFR/S Kenneth Hartikainen
• Saco-S FM Karin Gällmo
• SEKO Anna Löfgren

Application

Welcome with your application, the last application date is 2026-02-08. Your application should consist of a CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for this position.

Applications for this position will only be accepted via the Swedish Armed Forces' website.

Information about the Swedish Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:

Dalregementet is one of the Swedish Armed Forces' newly re-established units with roots dating back to 1625. The regiment was re-established in 2021 following a decision by the parliament. Our operations are based in Falun, and we will contribute to the training of soldiers who build the infantry units of the future/Army.

Within the Swedish Armed Forces, there is a strong value base built on openness, results, and responsibility. Professional development and personal health are valued and encouraged. There are good opportunities for internal career mobility, wellness, and a good balance between work and private life.

Employment with us means placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. A security review with a background check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be placed in wartime. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

When applying for employment, a CV and a personal letter must be attached. If you proceed in the employment process, certified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and sellers are not welcome.