Vacant job

Are you drawn to being at the center of the action? Do you have a systematic working method and experience working with logistics in the Swedish Armed Forces? We are now recruiting Logistics Officers to the Logistics Division of the Operations Directorate at the Supreme Headquarters.

About the Division

The Operations Directorate (OPL) is divided into 10 divisions according to NATO structure, with divisions J1–J9 and a staff division. J4 is OPL's Logistics Division, which currently consists of three sections – Execution, Planning, and Host Nation Support (HNS) – supporting the Chief of OPL in the planning, command, execution, and follow-up of operations and peace-support missions, both within NATO and individually, both nationally and internationally.

OPL exercises command over the Swedish Armed Forces' three service branches, military districts, and the joint functional units FMLOG and FMTIS. The scope of J4's operations and responsibilities covers all logistics functions (transport, technical services, supply, other logistics support, and medical services), and the work is conducted in close contact with subordinate units and NATO staffs.

Main Responsibilities

The role of Logistics Officer (OF/K) at J4 covers all areas of logistics. Duties include participating in OPL's planning groups (JOPG and OPT), where you represent J4 and contribute your expertise to the planning. Furthermore, you lead and participate in various types of meetings for exercise activities, logistics boards, etc., with DUC as well as with NATO staffs and various authorities and other civilian actors. The role also involves leading and contributing to various order sets such as operational plans (OPLAN) with their various logistics annexes and Fragmentary Orders (FragO) for the execution of various missions, all of which are written in English. The role may also involve supporting the command of operations in the OPL Joint Operations Center (JOC), where you will contribute to ensuring that the common operational picture covers important logistical aspects.

Within the section, under the direction of the section chief, you lead the handling of various incoming matters. Furthermore, you will substitute for the section chief during meetings, etc., with the mandate to represent the section and sometimes the division.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Previously employed in the Swedish Armed Forces as an officer within the last 10-year period
• Approved Officer Education (OP)
• Commissioned as Captain (OF-2)
• Current experience of working within the logistics function at a regiment, wing staff, or equivalent
• Good knowledge of the PRIO and VIDAR systems
• Good proficiency in spoken and written Swedish and English
• Good proficiency in MS Office

Personal Attributes

We are looking for you who thrive in a dynamic environment where much is happening and where you want to contribute your knowledge and experience to achieve the best results. You enjoy leading various activities and projects. You are a flexible and stress-resistant person who can juggle many balls at the same time. You also have analytical skills, are responsible, have a structured and systematic working method, and are meticulous. You value collaboration and contribute to an inspired and engaged work environment. You have a development-oriented attitude and see opportunities for improvement rather than problems. Furthermore, you share the Swedish Armed Forces' values and code of conduct (read more at www.forsvarsmakten.se (http://www.forsvarsmakten.se)).

Great importance will be attached to personal suitability.

Merits

• Completed Higher Officer Education (HOP)
• Additional courses in logistics during OP and HOP
• Commissioned as Major/Navy Captain (OF-3)
• Experience from working within the logistics function nationally in a leading position in a service branch staff, MR staff, FMLOG staff, or at the operational level (OPL/INSS)
• Experience from serving in the logistics function internationally at military staffs in NATO or EU
• Experience from serving in the logistics function in a leading position during another international mission
• Completed NATO training in the planning/logistics area
• Completed training in the support and command system LOGFAS
• Good knowledge of using the ISUS and SWECCIS systems

Other

The vacant positions advertised as Logistics Officer are all equivalent and are located within the Planning and Execution sections. Which job will be offered to applicants will be based on the result of the conducted interview.

Employment type: Permanent. The employment begins with a 6-month probationary period.

Employment level: Full time. Work during evenings, weekends, and travel occurs both within and outside Sweden's borders. The position is not suitable for remote work.

Work location: Stockholm

Start date: According to agreement.

Contact Persons

If you have questions about the position, you are welcome to contact the Deputy Chief OPL J4, Jan Floderström.

Union Representatives

SACO: Stefan Ungerth
SEKO: Åsa Karlsson
Försvarsförbundet, OFRS: Kjell Tetzlaff
OFRO: Roger Ericsson

All can be reached via the switchboard at 08-788 75 00

Application

Please submit your application as soon as possible, but no later than 2026-06-22. Your application should include a CV and cover letter, as well as answers to the specified selection questions.

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

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Information about the recruiting unit:

The Supreme Headquarters houses the Supreme Commander and the Director General. The Supreme Headquarters has approximately 1,000 employees – both career officers and civilian experts. The Supreme Headquarters consists of the Defence Staff, the Operations Directorate, the Military Intelligence and Security Service, as well as the Supreme Headquarters' staff division and independent oversight units. An employment with us entails placement in a security class. Swedish citizenship is usually required. Security clearance with background check will be conducted prior to employment. Employment entails an obligation to be war-placed. The employment also includes an obligation to serve abroad. If you proceed in the employment process, certified copies of certificates and documents must always be presented.