Press Secretary at the Air Staff

Do you have experience working with media and press issues and want to work in a dynamic environment where you can make a difference for others? Now you have the chance to apply for a challenging and developing job as a press secretary at the Air Staff.

Main Responsibilities

The Air Staff leads the Air Force, and the role of press secretary involves press and communication work for the entire Air Force and the unit of the Air Staff where you are placed. You also support the Air Force's units in various press matters.

Your tasks include writing press releases, formulating messages and talking points, conducting media and environmental monitoring, media training for leaders, arranging press conferences, and building relationships with Swedish and international journalists and editorial offices.

You will be supervised by the Air Force's communications manager and will be part of a working group with a total of four communicators in the A10 section. You will participate in the section's overall communication work and support colleagues as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• You have several years of academic or post-secondary education in journalism or media and communication science, or education/experience that we consider equivalent.
• You have at least three years of relevant experience in press work in government, large companies, or organizations, or other communication work that we deem relevant.
• You have excellent knowledge of Swedish and very good knowledge of English in both spoken and written form.
• You have a B driver's license.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• You are structured and can work independently.
• You are a loyal team player with good collaboration skills.
• You are used to collaborating with new people and building contacts.
• You are meticulous and have a high security awareness.
• You must be able to handle periods of high workload and deadlines.

We place great emphasis on personal suitability.

DESIRABLE

• Knowledge of the Armed Forces' organization or experience of military work/exercises.
• Experience in crisis communication or working in a news editorial office.
• Experience in environmental monitoring.
• Experience with publishing tools.

For inquiries about the position, please contact

Communications Manager Therése Åkerstedt, reachable via FM switchboard 08-788 75 00.

Other

• Employment type: Civil permanent position. The Armed Forces applies a six-month probationary period for those not employed by the authority.
• Start date: As soon as possible, by agreement.
• Work location: Uppsala.
• Scope: 100%
• The work is varied and may include participation in military exercises and operations in various parts of Sweden and internationally.

Union Representatives

Officers' Union OFR/O, Lars-Olof Wretling
Defense Union OFR/S, Caroline Nilsson
SACO FM, Johan Nyström
SEKO, Åsa Karlsson
All can be reached via the switchboard at 08-788 75 00.

Welcome with your application by 2026-02-12.

Your application should include a CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for this position.

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

Information about the Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:

The primary and largest task of the Air Staff is to support the Air Force Chief's leadership of all squadrons and schools in the Air Force at all levels of the conflict scale. The Air Staff develops, plans, implements, and evaluates orders and directives issued by the Air Force Chief. The Air Staff consists of approximately 350 employees. The Air Force organizes and trains air, base, and command units and is tasked with monitoring and protecting Sweden's airspace. This is a mission that continues around the clock, year-round, to ensure Sweden's integrity. Approximately 5,100 employees, both civilian and military, work within the Air Force.

The Armed Forces has 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 check with a background check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment entails an obligation to be assigned to war and to serve abroad. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

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

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.