Position as Permit Officer

Do you want to work to enable military operations in Sweden and abroad? Do you have a good ability to organize, structure, and work efficiently? Are you unpretentious and prioritize the group's common results? Do you thrive in a fast-paced work environment combined with demands for high accuracy and precision in your work? Then the position as a permit officer is for you! We are now looking for officers for a full-time temporary position from as soon as possible until 2026-11-30. Welcome with your application.

About the Unit

The Implementation Department's Permit Section, J3 Permits, has the main task of handling issues regarding diplomatic permits for the Armed Forces' operations in other countries as well as processing and making decisions about access to Swedish territory for foreign personnel and state vessels from other countries. The work is carried out in close cooperation with other units within the Armed Forces, with parallel authorities as well as with the Government Offices and Swedish foreign missions. The section handles approximately 15,000 cases annually and consists of about fifteen employees with a strong team spirit and a focus on common results.

Main Responsibilities

• Apply for diplomatic permits to other countries and process applications for access to Swedish territory
• Be the point of contact for embassies, authorities, and the Government Offices in permit matters
• Lead training both internally within the Armed Forces and externally towards other authorities on permit management

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• At least a relevant bachelor's degree in the social sciences or international law
• Current and relevant experience in case management at a government authority
• Good knowledge of MS Office
• Very good ability to express oneself verbally and in writing in Swedish and English

Personal Qualities

To fit and thrive in the role, we see that you are meticulous, structured, and security-conscious. You have a good analytical ability and the capacity to see patterns in large amounts of information. Furthermore, you have very good collaboration skills, a strong initiative, and are both flexible and unpretentious. You also have a high work capacity and are stress-resistant, as well as a good ability to work independently combined with a strong sense of personal responsibility. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

MERITORIOUS

• Master's degree
• Experience of service in the Government Offices and/or at a foreign mission

For the authority's mission to be successful, it is assumed that all employees act according to the values that exist. The Armed Forces' values uphold the equal value of all people, justice, and equality and promote democracy and human rights (read more at www.forsvarsmakten.se (https://www.forsvarsmakten.se)).

Other

Employment type: Temporary, from as soon as possible until 2026-11-30.
Employment rate: Full-time (100%).
Work location: Stockholm.
Start date: As soon as possible.
Testing will occur in the recruitment process.

Inquiries about the position or recruitment process

Contact Erik Lindmark, 08-788 75 00.

Union Representatives

Stefan Ungerth (SACO)
Monika Danielsson (SEKO)
Kjell Tetzlaff (Defense Union OFR/S)
Roger Ericsson (Officers' Union, OFR/O)

Union representatives can be reached at 08-788 75 00

Application

Welcome with your application by 2026-03-20 at the latest. Your application should include a CV and a cover letter where you explain why you are suitable for this position as well as answers to the specified selection questions.

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

Information about the Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:

The Armed Forces HR Center creates conditions for the Armed Forces' operational capability and a stronger defense by ensuring resource and HR services that meet the needs of the units.
Please read more at https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/fmhrc (https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/fmhrc)

Every day and every hour, the Armed Forces' employees make efforts that affect other people's lives, both in large and small ways, and both at home and around the world.

In the 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.
Security screening with background checks 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.

To the application 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 salespeople are not welcomed.