Stockholm Police Department Seeking Employees for EU Coordination Role
Stockholm, September 20, 2023 – The National Operations Department (Noa) of the Stockholm Police Department is currently strengthening its group for EU coordination and is seeking additional employees to help develop and coordinate the police’s international work within the EU. The department, responsible for leading and coordinating national and international police activities, aims to provide support to operations throughout the country with knowledge and resources.
The international unit is responsible for various collaborations within the UN, Europol, Interpol, the Baltic Sea area, and Nordic countries. It also coordinates the Police Authority’s EU work and oversees the force abroad and international development projects. Additionally, the unit serves as the national point of contact for coordinating operational international cases around the clock, in collaboration with the operational unit.
The group for EU coordination, housed within the international unit, is responsible for coordinating the Police Authority’s international work at a strategic level. This includes coordinating work in the EU, Nordic countries, and the Baltic Sea area, as well as supporting the authority’s management in its international commitments and work with international agreements.
As an administrator in the group for EU coordination, successful candidates will be responsible for coordinating and developing the agency’s international work, ensuring a law enforcement perspective in the EU and other international organizations. The role involves collaborating with the authority’s departments and regions and providing support to the Government Office in international contexts. The position requires both national and international contacts and may involve business trips abroad.
Applicants must have a very good knowledge of the EU’s structure and work, including EU legislation. They should also have work experience in a strategic role and preferably within the Government Office, Police Authority, or other authorities. Additional qualifications include knowledge of Europe or another relevant orientation, excellent verbal and written communication skills in Swedish and English.
Advantageous qualities include work experience in major change projects, an interest in governance and coordination issues, and international work experience, such as with one of the EU institutions. To succeed in the role, candidates must be self-motivated, structured, and possess strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities. The ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to various contexts and situations is essential. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate and enthuse colleagues are also paramount.
For further information about the position, interested individuals can contact Maj Gustafsson at the group for EU coordination, who is responsible for the recruitment process. Inquiries regarding the recruitment process can be directed to the responsible HR consultant, Emma.
The position is a permanent employment opportunity based in Stockholm. The work hours are trust working hours, and the start date will be determined by agreement, but as soon as possible. The application should include a CV and a personal letter and be sent via email to [email protected] by Monday, October 2, 2023. Applicants are requested to mark the application with the reference number A540.880/2023 in the subject line.
The Swedish Police Agency will process applicants’ personal data in accordance with the EU data protection regulation and other applicable data protection regulations. High demands are placed on employees’ security and privacy awareness, and a security check with a register check will be carried out before making an employment decision. Swedish citizenship is required, and with employment comes an obligation to be deployed.
The Stockholm Police Department is Sweden’s largest authority and offers a workplace that stimulates diversity, creativity, and personal development. The police’s core values of commitment, efficiency, and availability drive their mission to increase safety and reduce crime in society. Equal treatment and respect for everyone’s equal value are emphasized to maintain legal certainty and the legitimacy of the police in society.
For more information about the Swedish Police Agency and its operations, visit www.polisen.se.
The police authority warmly welcomes all applications.
Contact persons:
– Maj Gustafsson, group for EU coordination, +46 10-563 69 65
– Emma, HR consultant, +46 73-088 27 51
Union representatives:
– Sofia Ask, Police Association, +46 10-563 87 10
– Lawen Dehghani, SACO, +46 10-563 85 79
– Tom Johnsson, Fackförbundet ST, +46 76-947 00 30
– Karna Tillheden, SEKO Police, +46 73-249 04 22