Vacant job

Do you want to work for the Sami community on issues related to Sami culture? Apply for the position of Culture Officer and become part of our dedicated and competent team. The Sami Parliament is the administrative authority for Sami culture. We strive to promote a living Sami culture, initiate activities, and propose measures that support this culture.

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include processing cultural grants, compiling statistics (e.g., for annual reports), and conducting financial follow-ups. You will investigate and prepare cases within the cultural sector, respond to official inquiries, and provide support to the Sami Parliament's culture politicians. Additionally, you will collaborate with various cultural actors and authorities. Other duties may arise. Travel is included in the role.

Qualifications

We are looking for you who have a university or college degree in culture or another area deemed relevant by the employer, or equivalent work experience. You should have good knowledge of Sami culture and cultural life. You must be able to communicate well, both orally and in writing. Knowledge of the Sami language is an advantage. Previous experience in case and grant management, as well as financial follow-ups, is also desirable. Basic economic knowledge and experience in public administration and politically directed operations are preferred.

Personal qualities

You are self-reliant and solution-oriented. You plan, organize, and carry out your work in a structured and efficient manner. It is important that you are flexible and have good teamwork skills, as we work with varied assignments and different partners.

Employment type

Full-time. Permanent employment. Start date: 2026-09-21 or as agreed.

We offer

All employees receive two hours of wellness activities per week, as well as a wellness allowance. The Sami Parliament also offers a very favorable commuting agreement. There is an opportunity for partial remote work, and we apply flexible working hours. As an employee, you also benefit from other state benefits, such as subsidized healthcare, reimbursement for prescription medicines, and parental allowance supplements.

Location

The position is based at the Sami Parliament's offices in Staare/Östersund, Dearna/Tärnaby, Jåhkåmåhkke/Jokkmokk, or Giron/Kiruna.

Further information

Sara Omma Simma, Head of Department Language and Culture, tel. 0980-780 27

Union representatives can be reached via the switchboard at tel. 0980-780 30