Innovation Strateg at the Total Defence Research Institute (FOI)

The Total Defence Research Institute (FOI) is a government agency conducting world-leading research in defence and security to support Sweden's military and civil defence. The research spans several areas, including underwater, cyber defence, space, electronic warfare, sensor systems, civil defence, CBRNe (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive materials), military platforms including weapons and protection, as well as security policy analyses. FOI's research plays a key role in building Sweden's defence capability.

How do we enable innovation that truly makes a difference in a complex government environment? Do you want to work at the intersection of technology, business development, and management? Do you want to contribute to strengthening and developing FOI's internal innovation efforts? Then this role might be for you. We offer a developing work environment and a mission of societal importance!

About the Position

We are looking for an innovation strategist focused on developing and strengthening FOI's work with innovation. The role involves clarifying, developing, and implementing methods, processes, and practices that support innovation within the organization. You will serve as a strategic and operational support to managers and employees in innovation matters and contribute to creating good conditions for new ideas to be developed and implemented in practice. The work is carried out in close collaboration with other actors in the defence sector, not least the Armed Forces and FMV, where cooperation is central to realizing renewal and applications that meet needs both in the short and long term.

Your Responsibilities Include:

• Developing and strengthening FOI's methods and processes for defence innovation
• Contributing to improved conditions for innovation in collaboration with other defence authorities, including a focus on needs-driven development and an effective overall approach from initiation to realization
• Providing proactive and coaching support to FOI's managers and employees in innovation matters and methodology
• Identifying and analyzing best practices, nationally and internationally, to promote innovation and renewal
• Working at the interface between technology, business, and management
• Participating in external forums and networks to develop FOI's contacts and capture ideas and opportunities for enhanced defence innovation.

About the Unit

You will be part of the Office for Innovation Coordination, which is part of the Director General's management support.

Do You Have the Competence Profile We Need?

Requirements

• Academic education, such as a Master of Science, in social sciences, economics, or another area deemed relevant by the employer
• Solid experience in leading strategic development, change management, or business development
• Good understanding of the interplay between technology development, innovation, and governance
• Experience working at the interface between different competencies and business areas
• Very good proficiency in Swedish and English, both spoken and written

We are looking for someone who is curious and development-oriented, driven by contributing to renewal and learning in the organization. In your role, you work both analytically and coachingly in meetings with colleagues, structuring and guiding in innovation-related questions and processes, adapted to local needs. You are proactive and accustomed to moving between different time perspectives. With good collaboration skills, you build trusting relationships and contribute to a positive work climate.

Meritorious

• Experience working in the public sector or government agency
• Experience in method development within innovation or business development
• Experience in collaboration within the defence or security sector

What Do We Offer You?

The Total Defence Research Institute (FOI) is a government agency conducting world-leading research in defence and security to support Sweden's military and civil defence. We offer a unique workplace where you have the opportunity to work on what is important for total defence and society as a whole. The research is applied both within defence authorities and with civil actors and plays a crucial role in building a relevant and effective defence capability.

We consciously work for a good work environment with a good balance between work and private life. In addition, we offer a range of benefits. Read more about what it is like to work with us: https://www.foi.se/jobba-hos-oss.html (https://www.foi.se/jobba-hos-oss.html)

The position is a permanent employment that may begin with a six-month probationary period.

Do you want to be part of finding the answers for a safer world?

Welcome with your application in the form of a CV and cover letter via the application button by April 9th!

For more information about the position, you are welcome to contact Innovation Director Karin Nygren. Union representatives are David Sundell (Saco-S) and Magnus Lindström (OFR/S – ST) All can be reached at 08-555 030 00.

As the position is classified, Swedish citizenship is required. Security clearance with background check will be conducted before employment according to the Security Protection Act (2018:585). For the security clearance, certified copies of the relevant education and service certificates will be requested.

FOI is an authority, and submitted application documents become public documents that can be disclosed to third parties upon request according to the Public Access to Information and Secrecy Act.

Offers from recruitment companies are not welcome.