Employment Market Secretary to the Employment Market Department

Ref: 20252565 We are currently seeking a dedicated employment officer for the Department of Work and Studies, Section 2. With us, you will leverage your skills and energy to support more residents of Malmö in finding work or education, with the aim of achieving self-sufficiency. You will become part of a knowledgeable and committed team of employment officers who work together to meet the department's objectives. Responsibilities The role of an employment officer includes: • Actively driving your cases forward; preparing, guiding, coaching, and matching participants to help them become self-sufficient or take a step towards self-sufficiency. • Being comfortable working with both individuals and groups. • Documenting the participant's progress in the Procapita database. • Planning and conducting employment and study events. • Providing practical assistance to participants in the form of creating application documents, applying for education, etc. • Collaborating and cooperating with other actors internally and externally, e.g., social services, the Employment Service, education coordinators, employers in both the private and public sectors, etc. • Participating in the development of the organization's efforts and methods. • Gathering experiences and knowledge in the field while monitoring the external environment. • Contacting employers to match participants with job opportunities. Qualifications We are looking for candidates with a university degree in behavioral sciences or social sciences relevant to the position (180 credits). You should have at least two years of relevant work experience. Experience in building contacts and fostering relationships to create and maintain good relations with various partners is essential. It is an advantage if you have experience and training in employment coaching, Consequential Pedagogy, and Motivational Interviewing (MI). We also prefer candidates who have worked with clarifying pedagogy, for instance, through image and text support. Additionally, if you have experience interacting with individuals with neuropsychiatric disabilities (NPF) and are accustomed to a low-arousal approach, that would be a significant benefit. Experience working in the public sector is advantageous. You should be familiar with reaching out to employers and have recruitment experience. Ideally, you have built a broad network in the business community, public sector, non-profit organizations, and other stakeholders through previous assignments—something you view as a natural part of creating pathways to employment and collaboration. To succeed in this role, you should possess the following personal qualities/abilities: • Self-leadership • Development capability • Analytical ability • Interest in operations • Communicative • Teamwork skills • Efficiency You should express yourself well in Swedish, both orally and in writing. Proficiency in other languages relevant to the organization is a plus. You have a good command of computers and are comfortable working in digital environments, preferably with tools such as Office 365, Teams, SharePoint, and Skype. Experience working in Procapita is a merit. About the Workplace The Employment Department is an important player in Malmö's labor market. We contribute to strengthening job-seeking Malmö residents' opportunities for employment and assist them in becoming self-sufficient either through their own efforts or with help from other entities. The Employment Department offers various employment initiatives, such as municipal employment, work training, education, and internships. At Sweden's largest employment and social administration, 2,500 staff members work daily to empower Malmö residents. Together with the people of Malmö, we aim to increase opportunities for self-sufficiency, reduce homelessness, ensure that children and youth have good living conditions, and help newcomers get a solid footing. It is important and rewarding work, but far from easy. Apply to work with us; you will make a difference. Malmö City’s operations are organized into 14 administrations. Our common mission is to create welfare and sustainable community development. Together with the residents of Malmö, we develop an even better city to live, work, and be in; diversity, life experiences, and talents make Malmö a smart city at the heart of Europe. The world's knowledge is here. Read more about Malmö City as an employer here: malmo.se/jobb Information about the Position Employment Type: Temporary contract until 2026-05-31. Working Hours: Full time Number of Positions: 1 Start Date: As agreed Additional Information Please note that Malmö City has removed the personal letter from the application process and replaced it with selection questions, in order to create a more inclusive recruitment process and an efficient candidate experience for those applying with us. Your responses will be an important part of our selection work. For the interview, you are welcome to prepare references you could provide, preferably former supervisors. Prior to employment, you will need to present a valid ID (national ID card or passport) and relevant diploma. Malmö City strives for its employees to represent the diversity found in our city. We therefore welcome applicants who can help us, as an employer, to meet the needs of Malmö residents.