Policy Coordinator, Labor Market Policy

Ministry of Employment Do you want to contribute to shaping labor market policy? Do you want interesting and varied tasks while assisting the Minister of Employment on one of the government's highest priority issues? We can now offer two temporary positions at the heart of the action. Your workday. Sweden's tomorrow. As an employee with us, you will help develop the basis for government decisions on various labor market policy issues. Your tasks include participating in the development of labor market policy, conducting analysis and follow-up, and preparing matters. You will also monitor and stay updated on your area of responsibility. Tasks involve both national labor market policy and related issues at the EU level. The unit is characterized by occasional high tempo, high quality requirements, and a dynamic environment with strong team spirit. Learn more about the department and unit's activities at government.se Your Background We are seeking candidates with relevant academic education combined with several years of current experience in qualified investigative or administrative work within the Government Offices, other state agencies, municipalities, or organizations. You should have relevant and current knowledge of labor market policy issues. Furthermore, you have excellent Swedish skills and good English skills, both spoken and written. It is meritorious if you have experience working with labor market policy issues and have worked with investigative or administrative tasks in the Government Offices. Experience with EU-level or international work is also advantageous. Your Qualities You are structured, self-driven, and able to produce high-quality materials under time pressure. It is important that you have a well-developed analytical ability, can take initiative, and drive processes forward. You are good at communicating, both orally and in writing. We place great emphasis on personal suitability. The Government Offices' employee criteria are wholeness, development, and results. All who work in the Government Offices need to have a holistic view and collaborate for the organization's best. You are expected to contribute your perspective and competence and be open to others'. You will bring ideas and new approaches to improve and develop the organization and your own competence. You are result-oriented in your actions and adapt when needs and direction change. Additional Information We offer two temporary positions, one until June 11, 2027, and one until December 2, 2027, with the same requirements for both. Commencement as soon as possible, by agreement. A security screening will be conducted before a hiring decision is made. Are You Interested? For more information about the job and what we offer, contact Group Manager Mårten Henning. For questions about the recruitment process, please contact Recruitment Specialist Marjut Thelin. Union contact persons are Lina Konradsen for Saco and Åsa Bergqvist for ST. All can be reached via the Government Offices switchboard, +46 8-405 10 00. Welcome to register your application in our recruitment tool no later than December 1, 2025. The Government Offices' mission is to support the government in governing Sweden and realizing its policy. 4,800 people work here, of which 600 are abroad. The Government Offices welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We see gender equality and diversity as a strength and asset, and we actively work to be a workplace free from discrimination. The Ministry of Employment is responsible for issues concerning labor market, labor law, and work environment. The department is also responsible for integration issues, work against exclusion, and efforts to increase gender equality between women and men. Additionally, the department is responsible for human rights work at the national level, strengthening LGBTQI+ rights, and work against racism and discrimination.