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"Photography is celebrating its 200th anniversary, and you have the opportunity to become one of the key figures in this jubilee year."

At the Swedish Photographers' Association (SFF), you are not just leading an office; you are leading an entire industry into the future: photographers, image creators, photo book authors, retouchers, photojournalists, artistic voices, and creative entrepreneurs who shape how Sweden looks and views itself every day.

You are equally comfortable in a meeting with the Ministry of Culture as in a room full of photographers wanting to discuss AI, copyright, compensation models, and everything at stake. And you thrive in that mix of politics, culture, craftsmanship, the value of images, and truly sharp minds.

This is the job for you who want to be at the center of the image storm, literally, while also operationally working with the daily issues at the office alongside your colleagues and the two boards of the association.

The role involves you getting to;

• Lead and further develop the work of the office.
• Represent SFF in Sweden and internationally, together with the association's elected representatives.
• Drive public opinion and write consultation responses.
• Negotiate agreements regarding copyright and compensation issues.
• Develop and deepen strategic collaborations.
• Represent the association in the media in close collaboration with the chairs.

The office consists of a small group of specialists, and you are the link between the operations and SFF's two boards. The assignment is shared in important parts with the two chairs of the association, and the external work is done in collaboration. The role requires presence and representation as well as a daily routine filled with meetings, conversations, and strategic dialogue.

You are offered

• A central role in Swedish cultural policy.
• A warm, competent, and engaged office.
• A broad network of photographers, cultural actors, and political parties.
• A varied everyday life with strategic, operational, and communicative work.
• Fair conditions, time off, and an organization where balance and well-being are important parts.
• A chance to make a real difference in a changing industry.
• Drive member benefits and recruitment.
• Plan and follow up on budget and operational plans.

SFF – Swedish Photographers' Association

The Swedish Photographers' Association, SFF, is the largest professional organization in the Nordic countries. A membership organization for professional photographers, founded in 1895. We gather photographers and image creators across the country and work to strengthen their artistic, legal, and economic conditions.

SFF offers advice, education, and legal support and drives public opinion on issues related to copyright and the value of images. We publish the Photographic Journal, and within the organization, there is the Photo Authors, an independent section focusing on photographic books and storytelling. Through communication, industry dialogue, and advocacy work, SFF is a leading actor in the work for photographers' rights and in the development of professional photography in Sweden.

Your qualifications

• Experience in leadership within smaller organizations.
• Good understanding of cultural policy, copyright, and/or similar areas.
• Experienced in publicly representing organizations.
• Experience in negotiation and agreements.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Relationship builder with high integrity.
• Familiar with, and preferably fond of, social media and external visibility.
• Warm, inclusive, and present leadership.

Meritorious is experience from membership organizations, the cultural sector, rights organizations, or political work.

Next steps

The appointment will take place in collaboration with Signpost, which specializes in recruiting successful leaders and executives who make a difference. Leaders with diverse backgrounds, ages, genders, and experiences who contribute new ideas, insights, and perspectives are welcome here. Do you find the assignment interesting and are ready for the next step in your career? Warmly welcome with your application! The deadline for applications is March 23, 2026.

Please note that all final candidates will undergo the same steps in the recruitment process. This includes competency-based interviews, psychological tests, and background checks. This ensures that we can fairly and objectively compare each candidate's competence against the requirements.

If you want to know more before applying, feel free to contact recruitment consultant Anna Rydbacken at 0709–815 873, [email protected] or Anna-Sofia Renman at 0708-178 399, [email protected].

We look forward to hearing from you!