Unit for Social Services and Disability Policy, Ministry of Social Affairs

Do you want to work at the center of events concerning the living conditions of children and youth? At the Unit for Social Services and Disability Policy, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of a social service that supports children, youth, and families in need of societal assistance. We are now looking for a case officer who wants to help develop social care for children and youth in Sweden.

Your Workday. Sweden's Tomorrow.

The unit works with issues within social care for children and youth, individual and family care, as well as care for the elderly and persons with disabilities. The unit is also responsible for coordinating children's rights policy, disability policy, and certain social insurance benefits. The work encompasses central parts of social services, including placements of children and youth, both voluntary and involuntary care, measures against youth crime, and preventive social work against crime. Relevant legislation includes the Social Services Act and the Act on Special Provisions concerning the Care of Young People (LVU).

As a case officer with us, you will have a varied and developing job in an operation of great societal importance. The tasks include both ongoing issues and long-term development efforts. You will, among other things, prepare materials and meetings, handle parliamentary questions and interpellations, and participate in the coordination of unit-wide processes. The work may also include drafting proposals for bills, government assignments, and committee directives, as well as following up and analyzing issues within social care for children and youth.

The position includes collaboration with other parts of the Government Offices, authorities, and external actors. You may also represent Sweden in various national and international processes and contexts. The tasks may change over time depending on current priorities.

Your Background

We are looking for someone with a completed academic education in social sciences, such as political science or a degree in social work. You have experience in the social policy area as well as experience in investigative and analytical work in government or municipal operations. You have excellent ability to express yourself verbally and in writing in Swedish, as well as good knowledge of English.

It is an advantage if you have experience working in the Government Offices and good knowledge of social services and crime prevention work. It is also considered an advantage if you have a good understanding of the demands of working in a politically governed operation.

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 operation. You are expected to contribute your perspective and expertise while being open to others. You come with ideas and new approaches to improve and develop the operation and your own skills. You are results-oriented in your actions and adapt when needs and directions change.

To succeed in the role, you need to have a very good ability to independently plan, coordinate, and drive processes. You take initiative and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. You work in a structured and quality-conscious manner and have good judgment.

Great emphasis is placed on personal qualities and your ability to function well in our team and contribute to the development within the unit.

Other

We offer a one-year temporary position with immediate start. A security clearance will be conducted before a decision on employment is made.

Are You Interested?

If you want to know more about the job and what we offer, contact Jessica Löfvenholm, group manager at the Unit for Social Services and Disability Policy. You are also welcome to contact HR officer Isabella Granström. Union contacts are Pia Fagerström for Saco and Agnes Sörensen for ST. All can be reached via the Government Offices switchboard at 08–405 10 00.

Welcome to register your CV in our recruitment tool by March 5, 2026. We look forward to reading your application.

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 actively work to be a workplace free from discrimination. The Ministry of Social Affairs, one of ten ministries, is responsible for issues concerning the welfare of society, including public health and healthcare, social services including elderly care, care for and rights of persons with disabilities, sickness and parental insurance, pensions and the premium pension system, as well as sports, civil society, youth policy, burial issues, and religious communities.