Staff Assistant (Fixed-term) for the Cadet Battalion at the Military Academy Karlberg

The Swedish Armed Forces are in an expansion phase and on a significant growth journey. Here you get the opportunity to work in an engaged and cohesive team where you can develop yourself while contributing to the organization's development. Does this sound like something for you? Read on!

About the Unit

At the Military Academy Karlberg, basic officer training for cadets is conducted within the framework of the three-year Officer Program led by the Swedish Defence University. The Officer Program leads to a professional degree of 180 higher education credits and the rank of Ensign upon employment in the Swedish Armed Forces.

Parallel to this, the Cadet Battalion conducts military professional training during so-called "Armed Forces time," which includes leadership and individual development, military skills, and physical training. The Cadet Battalion supports the Swedish Defence University in implementing the Officer Program, primarily regarding exercise planning, safety, and logistics during exercises.

Main Responsibilities

As a Staff Assistant, you are part of the battalion's staff. You will support the entire battalion staff but primarily the planning department. The work involves both simple and complex tasks such as orders, bookings, meeting preparations, and administration. In addition, there are good opportunities to share responsibility for everything from the battalion's exercises to competitions and physical training.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Completed and approved military basic training
• Current and relevant work experience in the aforementioned tasks
• Good ability to express yourself in speech and writing
• Good proficiency in MS Office

Personal Attributes

The role of Staff Assistant requires you to have high integrity and be proactive with good judgment. You are meticulous, unpretentious, and have a service-oriented mindset, which also means you are a good team player. You have the ability to express yourself clearly in speech and writing. Flexibility and adaptability are desirable traits. In the selection process, great importance will be placed on personal attributes, suitability, and achieved results in previous areas of operation.

Merits

• Category B driver's license
• Previous GSS-K/T (General Staff Service - Command and Staff)
• Experience handling the Swedish Armed Forces' IT systems
• Interest in physical training and competition.

Other Information

Employment Type: Permanent with a 6-month probation period.

Working Hours: Full-time

Work Location: Solna, may include business travel

Salary: Individual salary setting applies

Start Date: By agreement

Contact

Information about the position can be provided by the Head of the Planning Department, Peter Bihl.

Information about the recruitment process is provided by HR Administrator Nanette Karlsson.

Union Representatives:

• Patrik Nääs OFR/O
• Stefan Ragnebrink OFR/S
• Carla Vidén SACO
• Monika Danielsson SEKO

All can be reached via the Swedish Armed Forces switchboard tel: 0505-45 10 00

Application

We welcome your application no later than 2026-08-20. Your application should include a CV, cover letter, copies of relevant military and civilian certificates, as well as service assessments or equivalent. In the cover letter, you should explain why you are suitable for this position.

Applications for this position will only be accepted via the Swedish Armed Forces website.

Information about the Swedish Armed Forces and the Recruiting Unit

At the Military Academy Karlberg, the basic three-year officer training is conducted together with the Swedish Defence University. The school also houses the Management Unit, the Veteran Center, the Swedish Armed Forces' Unit for Sport and Physical Performance, the Central Local Planning Unit, and the Education Unit.

Every day and every hour, our employees make efforts that affect the lives of other people, both big and small, both at home and around the world.

The Swedish Armed Forces give you the opportunity to develop as a human being and grow in your professional role. We are a responsible employer with an open organization where we support each other. In the Swedish Armed Forces, there is a strong value base built 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.

The Swedish Armed Forces utilize the qualities that diversity and equal gender distribution bring to the operations. We therefore welcome applicants with different backgrounds and experiences in our recruitment. Employment with us involves placement in a security class. Swedish citizenship is usually required.

A security investigation with register check will be conducted prior to employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment entails an obligation to be war-placed. The employment also includes an obligation 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 certificates and documents must always be presented.

Phone calls from external recruitment agencies and salespeople are declined.