Secretariat for Economic Governance and Management Support, Ministry of Defence

Do you want to be at the center of events where economic issues meet Swedish and international defense and security policy? Here is an opportunity to contribute to Sweden's security and defense!

The total defense is in strong growth due to the current global situation. The defense budget has more than doubled in a few years, and significant investments are being made in civil defense. The economic governance and follow-up of allocated funds leading to capability growth need to continue to develop. The role of special head of economic governance for expenditure areas and authorities within the ministry's area of responsibility is a developing role in a rapidly evolving field. To succeed in this role, a strong initiative and drive are required.

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The Secretariat for Economic Governance and Management Support (ESL) at the Ministry of Defence is responsible for coordinating economic governance (operational management and financial governance) for expenditure areas and authorities within the ministry's area of responsibility, as well as the process regarding the internal governance of the ministry. Within the secretariat, there is the ministry's special head of economic governance for expenditure areas and authorities.

As the special head of economic governance at the Ministry of Defence, you are responsible for:

• Directing and developing the overall economic governance for expenditure areas and authorities within the ministry's responsibility.
• Coordinating and providing further instructions for the ministry's work within the budget process, and in matters concerning NATO financing and economic issues related to the EU's multiannual budget framework and programs.
• Developing methods, providing methodological support, and conducting analyses in the area of economic governance.
• Supporting and guiding other units and management in these matters.

As the special head of economic governance, you are also responsible for:

• The Authority for Total Defense Analysis (MTFA)
• Certain committees.

Your contact points span the entire ministry, including political leadership, department heads, unit and group leaders, budget coordinators of the units, and agency administrators, as well as case handlers in matters of economic governance. In addition, the relevant unit manager and contacts at the Ministry of Finance's budget department are important contact points. You are part of the ministry's management group and lead the employees in the secretariat who work with economic governance. The unit manager is the personnel responsible manager for all employees, including you as the special head.

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Your background

You have an academic degree in economics, political science, business administration, or another area that the employer deems relevant. Furthermore, you have several years of experience working with the state budget process and experience working in the Government Offices. You also have knowledge of the fiscal framework, economic governance, agency governance, and the economic administrative regulations.

It is meritorious if you have experience of similar work in the Ministry of Finance or the Ministry of Defence, as well as experience in a managerial role as a coordinator, project leader, or manager. It is an advantage if you have experience from working in government agencies and have knowledge of the respective EU and NATO institutions and financial frameworks, as well as knowledge of defense and security policy.

Your qualities

The employee criteria of the Government Offices are wholeness, development, and results. Everyone working in the Government Offices needs to have a holistic view and collaborate for the best of the organization. You are expected to contribute your perspective and expertise while being open to others. You bring ideas and new approaches to improve and develop the organization and your own competence. You are results-oriented in your actions and adapt when needs and directions change. You easily build trust and focus on dialogue in collaboration with others. You enjoy taking initiative and drive your issues with a pragmatic approach.

Other

The employment is permanent with a six-month probationary period. The position is placed in a security class, and a security review with a background check will be conducted before a hiring decision is made. You must be a Swedish citizen but may have a foreign background. On-call duty may occur.

Are you interested?

If you want to know more about the job and what we offer, contact Erica Wass, unit manager, or Anders Svärd, HR partner. Union contacts are Karina Åbom-Engberg, ST, and Katja Wahlsten, SACO. All can be reached via the switchboard at 08-405 10 00. We welcome calls from those interested in the job, but we decline calls from those selling advertising and recruitment services. Please register your application in our recruitment tool by March 6, 2026.

The mission of the Government Offices is to support the government in its work to govern Sweden and realize its policies. Here, 4,800 people work, of which 600 are abroad. The Government Offices welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We see gender equality and diversity as strengths and assets, and we actively work to be a workplace free from discrimination. The Ministry of Defence is responsible for issues concerning Sweden's military defense, as well as the coordination of civil defense and the society's crisis preparedness.