Vacant job

The Swedish Red Cross was founded in 1865 and is today Sweden's largest humanitarian volunteer organization. The core Red Cross work is carried out by over 25,000 volunteers in approximately 300 local branches spread across the country. We strive to save lives and give hope throughout the world and in Sweden, every day. The fundamental principles of the Red Cross are humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity, and universality.

Area Coordinator for the Red Cross in Bergsjön

About the Red Cross Gothenburg

Our local branch, the Gothenburg Circle, has around 3,000 members and approximately 30 activities made possible and carried out through the commitment of over 380 volunteers. We work, among other things, with involuntary isolation, health and inclusion, basic humanitarian needs, crisis preparedness, second-hand operations, and fundraising. The circle is led by a volunteer board and currently has four employees responsible for operational work.

Do you want to contribute to a more humane Gothenburg?

The Red Cross Gothenburg is looking for an Area Coordinator who wants to strengthen our work in Bergsjön. You will be responsible for coordinating operations at our meeting place, developing local collaborations, and mobilizing volunteers. The role involves both strategic and operational work in close cooperation with residents, associations, authorities, and other local actors. You will report to the Operations Manager.

You will become a key person in the development of the meeting place and work to create a safe, inclusive, and vibrant space where people can meet, engage, and take their own initiatives. Initially, you may lead certain activities yourself until volunteer capacity is in place.

We are looking for someone with a genuine interest in people, who wants to engage both themselves and others in cause-driven activities. You thrive in collaborating with volunteers and colleagues to create a warm, inclusive atmosphere, and you enjoy independent work where you are sometimes the only employee on site at the meeting place.

Responsibilities

You will, among other things:

• Coordinate and develop the Red Cross's area-based work in Bergsjön.
• Initiate, develop, and strengthen activities within the "Socially Sustainable Societies" program in accordance with the Red Cross's fundamental principles and values.
• Recruit, onboard, and support volunteers.
• Plan and conduct volunteer meetings and other activities.
• Build and maintain collaborations with residents, associations, authorities, and other actors.
• Be responsible for the operation and development of the meeting place's premises.
• Participate in relevant networks and represent the Red Cross locally.
• Work with activity planning, follow-up, reporting, and administration.
• Ensure that operations are conducted according to goals, budget, and the Red Cross's values.

We are looking for you who

• Have post-secondary education in social work, political science, or equivalent.
• Have experience from the non-profit sector, social work, or similar operations.
• Have experience in leadership, business development, and coordination of volunteers.
• Are structured, administratively strong, and have good digital skills, preferably in Microsoft 365.
• Have knowledge of diversity and inclusion issues.
• Communicate well and preferably have experience with social media.
• Are analytical, proactive, and have the ability to create engagement and build relationships.
• Enjoy both independent work and teamwork.

Merits

• Local knowledge or previous residence/work in Bergsjön or other vulnerable areas.
• An established network among residents, organizations, and other actors in the area.
• Multilingualism.
• Valid driver's license (Category B).

We offer

• Meaningful work where you make a concrete difference for people.
• Opportunity to develop your leadership skills and build local engagement.
• A workplace with great commitment and clear ambitions.
• The chance to be part of the world's largest humanitarian movement.

Practical Information

The position is primarily located at the Red Cross meeting place in Bergsjön, with some working hours at Andra Långgatan in Gothenburg. The employment is a two-year fixed-term full-time position with the possibility of extension. Work during evenings and weekends occurs. Collective agreement via Fremia applies. Extract from the criminal record will be requested (Link to Police e-service).

Application

The Swedish Red Cross strives to be an inclusive and equal organization with employees who contribute to diversity in perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds.

We welcome your application by 2026-08-14. Selection and interviews will take place on an ongoing basis, and the position may be filled before the deadline, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Greatest weight will be placed on previous experience of working or living in Bergsjön, personal suitability, and previous experience of coordinating volunteers.

For further questions about the position, please contact the responsible recruiting manager Simon Kodelja at [email protected] or at 076-7023747, or the Chair of the Gothenburg Circle, Katarina Thörnqvist, at [email protected].

We warmly welcome your application - together we make a difference!

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