Unit Manager for Targeted Initiatives in School Development

Do you have experience in school development and are process-oriented with strong strategic abilities? We are now seeking a temporary unit manager for one of two units that work with targeted initiatives to improve knowledge outcomes and goal fulfillment in the education system. Join us in contributing to the future of education! About the job You will manage a unit that, together with its sister unit, is responsible for the Swedish National Agency for Education's work in providing targeted initiatives to school authorities and schools aimed at improving knowledge outcomes and goal fulfillment in the education system. In these targeted initiatives, the agency works in close dialogue with the selected operations. As a manager, you will plan and follow up on the work based on regulatory letters and order mandates, ensure that established processes are followed, and that the initiatives are equitable for all school authorities while being tailored to local needs. Together with your team and with the support of the agency's processes, you will develop the operations so that the unit's mission is carried out effectively and purposefully, and you will lead your unit in a way that fosters engagement. You will be the direct manager of approximately 20 qualified and dedicated employees and will be responsible for personnel, operations, results, and a substantial budget. * * * * * "In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of schools in close collaboration with school authorities." - Tommy Lagergren, Department Head * * * * * A key part of the role as unit manager is to collaborate with other units within the School Development Department and the agency. In the department's management team, you will work closely with your managerial colleagues and take responsibility for contributing to both the department and the agency as a whole achieving their goals. Your tasks will also include representing the agency externally and in the media. You will work in our modern and spacious office in Solna Business Park. You may also have the opportunity to work up to 50% remotely. About you To perform well and thrive with us, you need to embody and uphold the state’s value base and our core values for employee engagement: role model, trust, responsibility, collaboration, and development. Read more at www.skolverket.se/jobb In this job, you should have: - An academic degree in education, political science, behavioral science, or another field deemed relevant by the agency - Several years of managerial experience, including operational, personnel, and budget responsibilities - Strong knowledge of and experience in the Swedish education system - Good knowledge of and experience with initiatives related to school development - Excellent ability to express yourself verbally and in writing in Swedish. It is advantageous if you have experience working as a manager in public administration and experience in a process-driven organization. Experience leading qualified employees in a knowledge organization is also a plus. We would appreciate if you have worked with and developed systematic quality work. As a person, you need to: - Communicate clearly and directly to lead dialogue and motivate your employees - Be a confident leader with good strategic abilities, while also being flexible and solution-oriented in daily work - Be results-oriented and able to drive processes from start to finish - Be collaborative and able to build good relationships. Important to know The application deadline is December 8. The employment is a temporary position for approximately one year, but no longer than until the regular unit manager is in place. When you register your application, you will answer a few questions instead of attaching a personal letter. Please review the application form and prepare your answers before applying. The Swedish National Agency for Education works to ensure that all children and students receive a good and equitable education in a safe environment. We support the Swedish preschool, school, and adult education in various ways. As an employee at the agency, you contribute to creating good conditions for children's and students' development and learning. Get to know us better by visiting our website https://www.skolverket.se/jobb. Our mission – the future of education.