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The Swedish Agency for Youth and Civil Society (MUCF) is a government agency that generates knowledge about the living conditions of young people and the prerequisites for civil society. Our vision is an open and inclusive Sweden with good conditions for young people and civil society. We strengthen civil society and young people for a cohesive and strong Sweden.

MUCF has been tasked by the government to work towards achieving the goals within youth policy and civil society policy. We do this by developing, collecting, and disseminating knowledge and contributing to the coordination of state efforts. We collaborate with agencies, municipalities, regions, and civil society organizations, as well as distributing state grants.

MUCF serves as the national program office for the EU's youth program Erasmus+ and the European Solidarity Corps. This means that MUCF processes and distributes grants within the program areas for which the agency is responsible. MUCF is also the information office for CERV (Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values) and provides information about grants available under this program.

Description

We are looking for up to four case officers for fixed-term positions with varying end dates. The positions are located within the International Grants Unit, which is part of the agency's International Division. The unit is responsible, among other things, for managing and monitoring grant funds within EU programs, where we distribute 8–10 million euros to 90-120 projects per year.

The division's office is located in Växjö. MUCF believes in a continued flexible working approach, with the possibility of working partially remotely based on operational needs, up to 40% of working hours. Remote work is planned in consultation with the manager.

Interviews are planned to take place during week 26.

Responsibilities

As a case officer with us, you will have the opportunity to contribute to projects and initiatives aimed at strengthening young people's voices and participation in society. Your workday will be characterized by collaboration and problem-solving. You will work together with colleagues and external actors to process applications, inform and support applicants and project owners, conduct project visits, and perform control and investigation measures on approved projects.

Key responsibilities include coordinating and processing grant applications and reports from organizations and municipalities within the framework of EU programs. You will serve as a key support for applicants and project owners by providing guidance, information, and advice throughout the process. The work also includes monitoring approved projects, which may involve project visits and various control and investigation measures to ensure quality and goal achievement. Processing is done in teams and in collaboration with colleagues in the division. A large part of the processing is carried out by external actors; your role includes training and collaborating with them.

As part of the responsibilities, you will monitor instructions from the European Commission and engage in dialogue with colleagues at other national offices in Europe. You will also participate in information dissemination, experience sharing, monitoring, analysis, and reporting work. Work within the framework of other tasks of the division may become relevant. Travel may occur, both within Sweden and within the EU.

Qualifications

You have relevant work experience, with at least two years of experience in working at an agency processing cases or at an organization that applies for/receives public grants. You have a relevant university or college degree, preferably in law or social sciences, or other education/experience that the employer deems equivalent.

You have a documented international interest, preferably through studies or work abroad, and preferably knowledge of international work as well as EU and Swedish youth and civil society policy.

You are structured and can plan your work with a problem-solving approach, which is necessary to handle different processes and solve tasks efficiently.

The work is done in teams, so it is important that you can communicate clearly and collaborate with both colleagues and external actors.

Pedagogical competence and communication skills are significant qualities because the work involves collaboration with several internal teams as well as external actors. You will inform and train both internal and external stakeholders and be able to explain complex issues in an understandable way.

You must be able to express yourself very well verbally and in writing in Swedish and English.

You have good knowledge of the Office package and are accustomed to familiarizing yourself with and handling various IT systems.

Merits

It is an advantage if you yourself have one or more Youthpasses from projects within the framework of the EU's youth program. It is also an advantage if you have worked directly with young people as an employee or volunteer. Other language skills besides Swedish and English are an advantage. Furthermore, it is an advantage if you have previous experience from working with the EU programs Erasmus+ and the European Solidarity Corps.

Conditions

Fixed-term employment for at least six months, with the possibility of extension. Start date as agreed.

MUCF aims to capitalize on the qualities that a balanced gender distribution and diversity bring to the organization. At MUCF, we value good employee relations. This means that as an employee, you take responsibility for your work, contribute to development, and participate in creating a good work environment.

You can read about our recruitment process here.

We use e-recruitment to streamline and ensure the quality of the recruitment process. As a candidate, you are responsible for the information provided being truthful and correct, and that it is submitted to MUCF no later than 24:00 on the last day of application. The information is processed and stored in accordance with the Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

In connection with the recruitment process, we have taken a stand regarding recruitment channels and marketing. Therefore, we expressly decline contact from media sellers, recruitment sites, and similar.

We warmly welcome your application!

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We focus on your competence, not your other prerequisites. We are open to adapting the role or workplace to your needs.