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The Department of History at Stockholm University offers education in history at undergraduate, advanced, and doctoral levels. We have a wide range of courses and programs. The department also offers a program in cultural studies and a publishing program. At the Department of History, there is a vibrant research environment organized into different profile areas. The department has approximately 70 employees, including about ten administrative staff. We are now looking for a web administrator with good knowledge of the organization and structure in university and departmental environments.

More information about us can be found at: Department of History (#).

Job Responsibilities

As a web administrator, you will support the department's staff with both external and internal communication, primarily through the department's website and social media. A large part of the work involves producing content about research and education in the field of history, both independently and in collaboration with others. Within the department, you act as a central hub by monitoring and disseminating relevant information.

Main responsibilities:

• Update and manage content on the department's websites and social media channels.
• Produce text and images about research and education in history, including for the department's digital Newsletter.
• External communication, such as student recruitment, primarily via web and social media.
• Accessibility adaptation of documents for the web.

You are expected to plan and carry out your tasks independently based on given guidelines, in collaboration with other staff. The workload varies, and it can be high, for example, at the start of a term. Therefore, it is important to be able to prioritize during peak work periods. Other tasks within both communication and administration may occur, such as the production of printed materials within the framework of the university's visual identity.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone with a strong interest in working to convey research and education at a university/college. You enjoy providing good service and like having many contact points. In this role, it is important to be proactive, engaged, solution-oriented, and meticulous.

Requirements

• Post-secondary degree in a subject relevant to the role.
• Experience and knowledge of website administration.
• Experience with web publishing tools and web policies from the university and higher education sector.
• Experience producing texts, preferably on historical subjects, and expressing yourself well in writing in both Swedish and English.

Merits

• Experience with web administrative systems used at Stockholm University: Polopoly, Ladok, Athena/Canvas, tools for visual identity.
• Basic knowledge of photo editing and layout programs (Adobe).
• Master's degree in History.

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who can quickly become self-sufficient in their work. Since there is a wide variety of tasks you will handle, it is important that you are well-organized. To succeed in the role, we want you to be service-oriented and engaged. You thrive in working solution-oriented and have the ability to prioritize among emerging issues. Great importance will be attached to personal suitability and independence.

About the Position

The position is part-time and fixed-term until 2027-02-28, with the possibility of extension. Stockholm University applies individual salary setting. Start date: 2026-09-01.

What We Offer

With us, you will experience the dynamics of the interaction between higher education and research that makes Stockholm University a stimulating and creative environment. You will work in an international environment and enjoy favorable conditions. The university is located in the National Urban Park with good connections to the city center.

Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination, providing equal rights and opportunities for all.

Contact

Further information is provided by Administrative Manager Elena Zaravoutsi, phone 08-16 28 11, [email protected].

Application

You apply for the position via Stockholm University's recruitment system. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring the application is complete and submitted to the university by the last application date.

Guidelines for applicants are available on the webpage: how to apply for a position (#).

Stockholm University contributes to the development of a sustainable democratic society through knowledge, enlightenment, and the pursuit of truth.