Leadership Coordinator

Umeå is known for its creative climate with a rich, inspiring cultural life, often of national significance. Here you'll find, among others, the cultural center Väven, an opera house, four acclaimed museums, leading festivals, a world-class sculpture park, art galleries, a European film festival, and music, dance, and theater groups for all ages. Do you want to be an indispensable part of the Culture Administration? Our Management Coordinator is retiring in spring 2026, and we are now looking for a self-driven team player who is structured, sharp, courageous, confident, and flexible, ready to step into the role at the beginning of April 2026. About the Role As Management Coordinator at the Culture Administration, you will work closely with the Director of Culture, the management team, and the Culture Committee. The work is varied and encompasses many different aspects of the administration. You will be part of the staff and the Culture Administration's representative in the municipal staff network. Your responsibilities include committee work, property and facility issues, and preparedness work. Your tasks will include: - Managing the committee's annual cycle and, together with the Director of Culture, handling referrals and opinions. - Strategic property and facility issues in the local supply group. - Safety matters, including crisis management plans and information security. - Contract management and coordination of procurement work with purchasing managers. - Maintaining relationships and networking with international and national organizations and actors. We're Looking for Someone Who Has: - Academic education in public administration, social sciences, or another relevant field. - Experience working in a politically governed organization with committee-related assignments. - Good understanding of how the public sector operates – familiar with structures, decision-making processes, and navigating a politically governed organization. - Strong ability to express oneself verbally and in writing, both in Swedish and English. We Particularly Appreciate Experience in: - Preparedness responsibility and knowledge of crisis preparedness, security, and risk management/risk and vulnerability analyses. - Facility issues such as establishing local supply plans and strategic cross-administrative work for facility needs. - The cultural sector and its conditions. Who Are You as a Person? We believe you enjoy creating structure and order while being flexible in your approach, with a solution-oriented attitude that helps you handle both everyday challenges and more complex situations. You easily build trustworthy relationships and create engagement, both within the organization and in contact with external parties. Your communicative ability allows you to express yourself clearly and effectively, and you enjoy collaborating with various actors. We Offer: - Colleagues and partners who are passionate about culture and creating the best conditions for Umeå's residents. - Opportunity to contribute to Umeå's continued development as a cultural city. - Competence development and wellness benefits. We look forward to welcoming you who want to be part of the Culture Administration! (Note: The final sections about Umeå Municipality have been omitted for brevity, but would typically be included in a full translation.)