Project Manager in IT for the Project Management Unit

Are you passionate about driving development and creating value at the intersection of business and IT? Do you have the courage to lead, the ability to inspire, and a commitment to developing methods and solutions that put users at the center? We are now looking for two project leaders for the Information Management and Digitalization Department, both tasked with driving prioritized digital development that creates real benefits for the operations and residents of Örebro. About the Position As a project leader with us, you will play a central role in the municipality's digital transformation. You will plan, lead, and implement assignments and initiatives within the digitalization area, from idea to execution. Regardless of the context, your focus will be on translating the needs of the organization into effective solutions. The position begins with a prioritized development assignment within the municipality's digitalization efforts. You will take the lead in testing new working methods, evaluating, and proposing how we should work long-term. You will lead the work from idea to implementation, gather needs, prioritize together with relevant stakeholders, and ensure that solutions are developed, tested, and implemented in a way that maintains high quality. The work will involve leading prioritized development efforts within Örebro Municipality's digitalization area. The focus is not on evaluating or testing in theory, but on making things happen, realizing benefits, and creating value for users and the organization. Common to both roles is that you will be an important bridge between business and IT, moving seamlessly between operational and tactical levels depending on what the assignment requires. Examples of Responsibilities: • Plan and drive daily development work in close dialogue with the business and other relevant parties • Lead workshops and needs assessments and translate these into clear requirements • Coordinate resources, suppliers, and stakeholders • Plan testing, training, implementation, and actively contribute to change management to ensure that the solution is used and creates value About the Workplace The Information Management and Digitalization Department is the hub of Örebro Municipality's digital development. We work across the municipality to ensure effective, reliable, and innovative digital solutions for all our operations. Here, you will find a department that wants its culture to be characterized by innovation, collaboration, and the power to move from idea to result. The project management unit, where you will be part of, has a clear focus on leadership, coordination, and realization of digital initiatives. We lead the way from idea to implementation. Read more about what it’s like to work at Örebro Municipality at www.orebro.se/jobb. Qualifications To thrive in this role, we see that you are someone who not only plans but also makes things happen. You have the ability to create structure, drive progress, and keep many parts together at the same time. You enjoy responsibility and like to work closely with the business where you can see concrete results from your work. You have the ability to gather people around common goals, create engagement, and contribute to progress even in complex contexts. To succeed in the role, you can express yourself well in both spoken and written Swedish and English. But above all, you have a strong desire to translate the possibilities of technology into real benefits for the organization and make things happen. We place great emphasis on personal suitability. Requirements: • Academic degree of at least 180 credits in IT/technology or equivalent education/experience deemed comparable by the employer • At least 1 year of experience leading assignments/projects within IT • Experience in business development and change management within IT • Knowledge of one or more methods for working with innovation/development Meritorious: • Experience in the public sector • Experience with pm3 as a governance and collaboration model Scope and Start Date Employment Type: Permanent position Employment Rate: 100% Start Date: By agreement Number of Positions: 2 Additional Information Interviews may be conducted digitally. You can read more about our digital interviews and how to prepare at orebro.se/jobb/digitalaintervjuer. Application The application deadline is November 30. We welcome your application! Protected personal data? Read more about how to apply at orebro.se/jobb/skyddadepersonuppgifter.