Staff Assistant (Temporary Position) to the Cadet Battalion at the Military Academy Karlberg

Staff Assistant (Temporary Position)

The Swedish Armed Forces is in an expansion phase and on a significant growth journey. Here you have the opportunity to work in an engaged and cohesive team where you can develop while contributing to the organization's development journey. Does this sound like something for you? Read on!

About the Unit

At the Military Academy Karlberg, basic officer training is conducted for cadets as part of the three-year Officer Program led by the Swedish Defence University. The Officer Program leads to a professional degree of 180 higher education credits and the rank of Second Lieutenant upon employment in the Swedish Armed Forces.

In parallel, the Cadet Battalion conducts military professional training during the so-called Defence Forces time, which includes leadership and individual development, military skills, and physical training. The Cadet Battalion supports the Swedish Defence University in the execution of the Officer Program, primarily concerning exercise planning, safety, and logistics during exercises.

Main Responsibilities

As a staff assistant, you will be part of the battalion's staff. You will support the entire battalion staff, but primarily the planning department. The work includes both simpler and more complex tasks such as orders, bookings, meeting preparations, and administration. In addition, there are good opportunities to have shared responsibility for everything from the battalion's exercises to competitions and physical training.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Completed and approved military basic training
• Current and relevant work experience in the aforementioned tasks
• Good ability to express oneself in speech and writing
• Good ability to handle MS Office

Personal Qualities

The work as a staff assistant requires you to have high integrity and be proactive with good judgment. You are meticulous, unpretentious, and have a service mindset, which also means that you are a good team player. You have the ability to express yourself in speech and writing, are clear and communicative. Flexibility and adaptability are desirable qualities. In the selection process, great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities, suitability, and achieved results in previous areas of activity.

Meritorious

• Driver's license B
• Previous GSS-K/T
• Experience in handling the Armed Forces' IT systems
• Interest in physical training and competition.

Other

Employment type: Temporary position. The temporary position extends during the regular holder's leave of absence, but no longer than until 2029-01-22.

Employment rate: Full-time
Work location: Solna, may include business travel
Individual salary setting applies
Start date: By agreement

Inquiries about the position can be made by the Head of the Planning Department, Peter Bihl

Information about the recruitment process is provided by HR Manager Nanette Karlsson

Union representatives:
Patrik Nääs OFR/O
Stefan Ragnebrink OFR/S
Carla Vidén SACO
Monika Danielsson SEKO

All can be reached via the Armed Forces switchboard at tel: 0505-45 10 00

Application

Welcome with your application by 2026-04-09. Your application should include a CV, cover letter, a copy of relevant military and civilian certificates, and service performance reviews or equivalent. In your cover letter, motivate why you are suitable for this position.

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

Information about the Swedish Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:

At the Military Academy Karlberg, the basic three-year officer training is conducted together with the Swedish Defence University. The school also has the Management Unit, Veterans Center, the Armed Forces unit for Sports and Physical Performance, the Local Planning Unit Mitt, and the School Unit.

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

The Swedish Armed Forces gives you the opportunity to develop as a person and grow in your professional role. We are a responsible employer and have an open organization where we support each other.

In the Swedish 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 conditions for internal career mobility, wellness programs, and a good balance between work and private life.

The Swedish Armed Forces harnesses the qualities that diversity and gender balance bring to the organization. We therefore welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences in our recruitments.

Employment with us means placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. A security clearance with a background check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment also includes an obligation to be assigned to war duties. This obligation varies depending on the type of position.

Along with the application for employment, a CV and cover letter must be attached. If you proceed in the employment process, certified copies of diplomas and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and sellers are not welcome.