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About the Diocese of Strängnäs

The Diocese of Strängnäs works to support and inspire employees and elected representatives in the diocese's parishes. Geographically, the diocese mainly covers Södermanland and Närke. The diocesan office is located next to the cathedral in Strängnäs. There, we work in historic buildings within modern, flexible work environments. A large part of our camps and course offerings take place at the diocesan estate, Stjärnholm.

The Diocese of Strängnäs comprises 39 parishes and 10 pastoral units (which in turn consist of a total of 33 parishes).

The diocesan organization has approximately 45 employees in Strängnäs but also has operations at the Stjärnholm estate outside Nyköping, as well as sign language activities in Örebro.

The diocesan pastoral care guides the work carried out in a process organization. Employees are also involved in meetings within the framework of the Strängnäs Model.

We actively work with the Church of Sweden's Climate Roadmap.

In 2023, the Diocese of Strängnäs received the Rainbow Key, a certification demonstrating active work with diversity and openness. We strive to be a context where employees and elected representatives feel safe and included with their whole identity.

About the Position

In this position as a Diocesan Deacon, you will have a special responsibility within the area of Social Sustainability and the diocese's Crisis and Preparedness work. The sustainability work involves safeguarding hope, trust, human rights, and democracy in various ways. In the work regarding church and working life, the Mary Method is fundamental. You will also be an employee who supports the youth of the Church of Sweden in the Diocese of Strängnäs. The position includes shared responsibility as a preparedness coordinator, which involves both internal work within the diocesan organization and promoting preparedness work in parishes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and participate in further education
• Drive promotion and development work
• Provide advice and support
• Participate in networks at both national and regional levels
• Other current tasks within the diocesan organization

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• is ordained as a deacon and has at least a few years of experience working in a parish
• has experience working at the intersection of church and working life, preferably with the Mary Method
• believes that the church has an important role to play in creating a good society
• wants to work with development
• is communicative, easily builds social contacts, and develops good relationships
• is comfortable working independently but can also collaborate and be part of a team

Conditions

• Permanent employment with the workplace in Strängnäs
• Some working hours are scheduled for evenings and weekends
• Start date upon agreement