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Do you also want to work in an environment where you become a vital link in a socially important operation? Do you want to influence and contribute to Sweden's security and our ability to continue living in a democratic country? At the Swedish Armed Forces, all our employees make a difference for Sweden every day. We are now looking for an Intelligence Assistant, where there is an opportunity to develop yourself together with others within the intelligence and security service function. The work consists of interesting and varied tasks at the air operational command level. The position includes opportunities for personal development through participation in operations, exercises, method and development work, as well as competence development, both general and function-specific, both within and outside Sweden's borders.

About the department/section

The Intelligence and Security Department (A2) leads the function in the Air Force, including collection and collection management at all readiness levels. The main task is to support the Chief of the Air Force and the Air Staff with decision support and environmental monitoring during the air combat forces' various national and international activities. The operations are conducted in collaboration with ground and naval forces, as well as joint operations, both nationally and internationally, together with other nations, organizations, and authorities. The department functionally leads subordinate units regarding intelligence and security services.

Main responsibilities

The goal of the position is that, after guidance and with support from present managers, you can staff the situation room independently as well as in a combat pair. The situation role works at the Air Force's operations command and conducts much of its activities together with other parts of the Air Staff, serving as one of A2's representatives in the command team.

As a duty officer in the situation room, your main responsibility is to coordinate and prepare collection missions, process information from collection activities, and stay updated on the air situation picture. Your main task is also to disseminate intelligence both nationally and internationally, in writing and orally.

The position also involves collaboration with other departments, authorities, and countries with which the Air Force cooperates. There will also be requirements for a willingness for self-study and the ability to take initiative to solve tasks. Your reports are shared with key stakeholders within the Swedish Armed Forces and also NATO, which places high demands on accuracy and quality.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Completed Swedish conscription, GMU, or equivalent Swedish military basic training with a passing result
• Structured and good ability to handle large amounts of information
• Good ability to express yourself in speech and writing in Swedish and English
• Category B driver's license.

Personal qualities

As a person, you have a good ability to work both independently and together with others. You have good analytical skills and can overview wholes and systems without overlooking consequences at the detail level. You are initiative-driven and motivated with a desire to learn new things and dare to participate actively to find solutions to problems.

You have a good ability to collaborate with others and value good cooperation between functions as well as branches of the armed forces/forces. Stress resistance and the ability to handle changed situations and quickly arising tasks are desirable qualities.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities and suitability.

Merits

• Staff service training or equivalent competence acquired through previous experience/service
• Training and/or knowledge within intelligence and security services
• Training and/or knowledge regarding air and space combat forces
• Experience handling classified information
• Experience and knowledge of the Swedish Armed Forces' IT systems
• Completed Continued Group Commander Training (FGBU)
• Additional language skills besides English
• Studies at university/college.

For more information about the position: https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/varnplikt-och-karriar/jobba-i-forsvarsmakten/lediga-jobb/49076/flygstaben-soker-underrattelseassistent/ (https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/varnplikt-och-karriar/jobba-i-forsvarsmakten/lediga-jobb/49076/flygstaben-soker-underrattelseassistent/)

Applications for this position will only be received via the Swedish Armed Forces' website. Information about the Swedish Armed Forces and the recruiting unit: The Air Staff's primary and largest task is to support the Chief of the Air Force's command of all air wings and schools in the Air Force at all levels of the conflict scale. The Air Staff develops, plans, executes, and evaluates orders and directives issued by the Chief of the Air Force. The Air Staff consists of approximately 350 employees. The Air Force organizes and trains air, base, and command units and has the task of monitoring and protecting Swedish airspace. This is a 24/7, year-round mission to ensure Sweden's integrity. Approximately 5,100 employees, civilian and military, work within the Air Force. The Swedish Armed Forces have a strong value foundation based 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. Employment with us involves placement in a security class. Swedish citizenship is usually required. Security screening with register control will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment entails an obligation to be war-placed and to serve abroad. The meaning of this varies depending on the type of position. A CV and cover letter must be attached to the application for employment. If you proceed in the employment process, certified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented. Calls from external recruitment agencies and salespeople are declined.