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The goal of gender equality work in Sweden is for women and men to have the same power and opportunities to shape society and their own lives. The work includes issues related to influence, economy, health, education, work, and bodily integrity.

The Gender Equality Agency shall ensure that the government's gender equality policy is implemented effectively by contributing to the efficient execution of gender equality policies. The agency's task is to coordinate, follow up, and provide support in various areas of gender equality. The Gender Equality Agency is an LGBTQI strategic agency, which means that the agency shall promote equal rights and opportunities for LGBTQI individuals in its operations.

As of January 1, 2026, the Gender Equality Agency took over the national responsibility for work against honor-related violence and oppression (NCH), which was previously under the County Administrative Board of Östergötland. Currently, work is underway to build a new operation within the agency, where we are creating a long-term and sustainable structure and organization for the area.

We are now looking for a case officer focused on honor-related violence and oppression for a fixed-term position.

Job Duties

As a case officer, you will contribute to the agency's work against honor-related violence and oppression, in line with the agency's instructions, regulatory letters, and current government assignments. You will collect and structure data, provide administrative and pedagogical support in training and knowledge dissemination. The work includes both independent tasks and teamwork. In connection with the Gender Equality Agency taking over the national responsibility for work against honor-related violence and oppression, you will be part of a building and development phase where structures, ways of working, and collaborations are still being formed. The role suits you if you want to grow in the field and requires that you are flexible, solution-oriented, and enjoy working in an environment where not all conditions are finalized from the start.

Main Job Duties:

• Compile and process data for further analysis work within honor-related violence and oppression, as well as related areas such as men's violence against women, violence in close relationships, and violence against children and youth.
• Collect and process material for analyses, reports, and methodological support.
• Contribute administrative and pedagogical support during training, workshops, networking meetings, and conferences.
• Participate in the development and dissemination of support materials for professionals.
• Support project management with planning, documentation, follow-up, and logistics.
• Monitor research, reports, and statistics in the area of honor-related violence and oppression as well as violence against children and youth.

Qualifications

To be considered for the position, you need to meet the following requirements:

• Academic degree in a social science field or another area that the employer deems relevant for the position.
• Some experience in investigative work, preferably within relevant subject areas, such as violence in close relationships, honor-related violence and oppression, or children's vulnerability, for example through studies, internships, or employment.
• Good administrative skills.
• Good ability to express yourself well in speech and writing in both Swedish and English.
• Good digital competence, including work in Microsoft Office 365.
• Basic knowledge of the area of honor-related violence and oppression, its target groups, and preventive work.

We consider it an advantage if you have:

• Experience working in the public sector, preferably within a government agency with assignments related to violence, oppression, or protection of vulnerable groups.
• Experience in case management or authority exercise in matters related to violence and vulnerability, for example within social services, LSS, healthcare, police, or schools.
• Experience working with vulnerable individuals at the local level, for example in social services, schools, recreational activities, sports movements, or civil society.
• Knowledge of violence against children and youth, men's violence against women, violence in close relationships, or other related areas.
• Good knowledge of Swedish gender equality policy.
• Language skills in a language other than Swedish and English.

Meritorious means that it is an advantage if you meet the following requirements, but they are not mandatory to be considered for the position.

We place great emphasis on personal suitability. At the Gender Equality Agency, we work in functional cross-unit teams and process groups where employees are responsible for their parts of the work. Therefore, it is important that you as an employee have the ability to work structured and accurately, while being able to drive tasks forward and complete them in dialogue with your manager and colleagues. You enjoy collaborating with others, contribute to good relationships, and seek solutions together. You can communicate in a pedagogical and clear manner in speech and writing. You are eager to learn and curious, take initiative, and seek feedback to develop in the role.

Employment Information

The position is a fixed-term employment (substitute) full-time until September 20, 2026, located at the Gender Equality Agency's office in central Gothenburg. Start date as soon as possible/according to agreement. Travel in the service may occur.

Work samples may occur in the recruitment process.

The agency offers several benefits focusing on health and a sustainable work life for all ages, such as the opportunity to work remotely, wellness hours, and wellness grants.

Practical Information

Welcome with your application no later than March 4, 2026.

The Gender Equality Agency welcomes applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds. We accept your application electronically via our recruitment system. If you have protected personal data, you should not apply via our recruitment system but contact the responsible HR for handling your application. Contact details can be found below.

If you want to know more about the position, contact Eva-Maria Ambesjö, unit manager, 031-392 90 31 or Sophie Nilsson, unit manager, 070-784 75 01. If you have questions about the recruitment process, contact Emma Nilsson, HR generalist, 031-12 28 44. Contact details for union representatives: for Saco-S Joanna Domachowska 031-392 91 19 and for ST Beatrice Löfström 031-392 91 04.

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