About this role
Stockholm – our capital city filled with millions of dreams, expectations, and ambitions. We work for everyone living here today and in the future. We are now looking for someone who wants to think big, new, and differently with us – for the people of Stockholm.
Welcome to us
We are currently seeking a temporary unit manager for five of our daily operations in Södermalm, as the regular unit manager will be going on parental leave in April. The temporary position will last until August 2026.
The position is located within the Social Department, area of service providers, in Södermalm. The department is responsible for social services and care for individuals with disabilities. Together, we work to develop a cohesive social service focused on results for our residents. You will be supervised by one of the area managers of the service provider units and will have 14 unit manager colleagues, who operate the department's services on behalf of the clients.
We offer
For those motivated and driven to work qualitatively with a focus on development, we now present a fantastic opportunity. As a new colleague, you will join a welcoming and experienced management team characterized by a holistic view and collaboration.
We apply summer and winter working hours. We offer wellness benefits, and as an employee, you can take advantage of favorable offers from several gym chains and swimming facilities.
Your role
We are looking for a temporary unit manager who, with commitment, courage, and the ability to inspire others, wants to be part of our exciting development journey focused on the users.
In the coming years, both quality for our users and good management of our tax funds will be a priority. Our daily operations are funded through revenue. As a unit manager, you will have operational and budget responsibility as well as personnel responsibility for the 21 employees you lead. You will be part of a smaller management group with 4 unit managers.
For this role, we require that you have experience working within LSS (the Act concerning Support and Service for Persons with Certain Functional Impairments) and daily operations. You will be responsible for ensuring that the operations are conducted in accordance with laws, guidelines, and policies, thereby fulfilling the assignment in accordance with LSS. You will actively engage in systematic work environment management and quality work. You will practice close leadership, spending a significant portion of your time in the operations to continuously provide support and guidance to the employees. You will have two team leaders to assist you in your daily work, and you can always turn to your colleagues and your supervisor when needed.
You are goal- and results-oriented and view the operations from a holistic perspective. You have a strong interest in quality within the operational area. You should have the ability to motivate and lead your employees towards set goals. You should possess good collaboration skills and be able to adapt to changing circumstances.
Your qualifications and experience
You are clear, communicative, and structured with a high degree of personal maturity and self-awareness.
To thrive with us and best fit into our context, you should have:
- Management experience that includes budget, work environment, and personnel responsibility
- Experience working within municipal operations
- Good knowledge of applicable labor laws
- Experience with and good knowledge of LSS, preferably daily operations
- Strong ability to express yourself in Swedish, both orally and in writing
Other
In this recruitment process, we will place great emphasis on personal qualities.
Before any potential employment, a criminal record check will be requested.
You will undergo work-related tests.
We warmly welcome your application! The City of Stockholm works with competence-based recruitment aimed at recognizing each individual's skills and thereby counteracting discrimination.
Welcome to the Södermalm District Administration!
Södermalm is a cultural and vibrant district in the city center with engaged residents and a big heart. Here, you can truly make a difference. Together with our residents, we are developing an even better neighborhood to live, work, and reside in.
As an employee with us, you will have a secure employment with fair conditions, where we believe that diversity and gender balance contribute to strengthening our operations. We enjoy thinking innovatively – we hope that you, as an applicant, want to develop Södermalm together with us!
Here you can read more about the Södermalm District Administration, and you are also welcome to visit our website at https://start.stockholm/om-stockholms-stad/organisation/stadsdelsforvaltningar/södermalm/.