Vacant job

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Join us in developing Sweden's cooperation with Eastern Europe and Ukraine

The Unit for Ukraine and Eastern Europe is responsible for promoting cooperation with Sweden's neighboring areas in the Baltic Sea region and Eastern Europe, with a special focus on Ukraine. The unit is responsible for channeling financial support to organizations in Sweden for international cooperation. The support aims to contribute to reforms and EU integration, as well as economic development in the partner countries.

The unit is now seeking an officer specializing in channeling financial support to project collaborations with Eastern Europe, with a particular focus on Armenia, Moldova, and Ukraine. In this role, you will process new applications and ongoing project support within the areas of economic development, job creation, and trade. A key objective is to create conditions for small and medium-sized enterprises as well as entrepreneurs to develop and reach markets, particularly those linked to the EU. The role also involves planning and conducting meetings with project owners and partners, both continuously within ongoing projects and in connection with upcoming calls for proposals.

We are looking for someone who has:

• a completed university degree in fields such as economics, political science, international relations, or European studies
• at least three years of experience in processing, assessing, and managing projects within international cooperation
• experience working with and having networks within the Swedish business community
• the ability to communicate fluently in both Swedish and English, orally and in writing
• good knowledge of Microsoft 365, as well as experience with digital collaboration in a Microsoft environment

It is also meritorious if you have:

• experience in private sector development with countries in Eastern Europe, especially Armenia, Moldova, and Ukraine
• experience in working with private sector development within international development cooperation

As a person, you are responsible and results-oriented, which is reflected in your ability to take charge of planning, structuring, and driving your own work forward. Your ability to analyze and interpret information allows you to see patterns and connections. Furthermore, you have excellent communication skills and find it easy to collaborate with colleagues in various fields.

We will place great emphasis on your personal qualities.

Duration and start date

The employment is permanent with an initial six-month probationary period, starting at a mutually agreed time.

There is an opportunity to work from home 2 days per week if the work permits.

Contact persons

If you have questions about the position, you are welcome to contact Unit Head Adiam Tedros. Union representatives are Karin Kärr (Saco-S) and Kristina Radford (ST). All can be reached by phone at 08-453 78 00.

During the period from June 29 to July 31, it is vacation time, which means limited opportunities to answer questions about the position.

Application

We welcome your application no later than July 31, 2026.

Attach only your CV and cover letter to your application. Other documentation will be requested if necessary. We use selection questions as part of our selection process. Be careful that your answers correctly reflect your competence and experience. As part of the selection process, work tests may be requested.

Why work with us?

We offer a workplace characterized by collaboration, innovation, and trust. We are an innovative and responsive agency where we dare to try new things and value experiences and competencies. We have an open approach and are permeated by an inclusive attitude as well as respect for everyone's competence, opinions, and roles.

In addition, we offer flexible working hours, parental benefit supplements, as well as generous wellness benefits and vacation conditions.