Department of Computer and Systems Sciences. With over 200 employees and 4,500 students, the Department of Computer and Systems Sciences (DSV) is a strong and dynamic research and teaching environment. The subject of computer and systems sciences spans technology, humanities, social sciences, and behavioral sciences, with great relevance for how we should live today and in the future. Our research addresses how IT should be designed to benefit people, organizations, and society as a whole.
More information about us can be found at: Department of Computer and Systems Sciences.
SPIDER (the Swedish Program for ICT in Developing Regions) is an independent center at the Department of Computer and Systems Sciences (DSV), Stockholm University that focuses on digitalization of international development cooperation.
More information about us can be found at: SPIDER.
Job Responsibilities
The role combines capacity development in project management with administrative project coordination. Approximately half of the working time will be devoted to planning and facilitating project management workshops for Portuguese-speaking partners, while the remaining time will consist of administrative support to SPIDER's operations.
Project Management and Capacity Development
plan, facilitate, and follow up project management workshops in Portuguese
provide support and advice to project partners regarding project planning, monitoring, and results management
collaborate with the project management team to develop workshop materials and methods for experience exchange and capacity development
contribute to SPIDER's project initiatives, both internally and in collaboration with European and African partner organizations
represent SPIDER's project initiatives at national and international events and conferences on digitalization.
Project Administration
support the development of SPIDER's network in Portuguese-speaking African countries and at the EU level
prepare events and training initiatives in project management for Portuguese-speaking participants
plan and coordinate project activities
administer documentation and project archives
support other administrative tasks within SPIDER.
Other administrative tasks within the center may occur. International business travel is required.
Qualifications
Requirements
Academic degree or equivalent experience acquired in a relevant field, such as global development, IT, law, social sciences, project management, or equivalent experience.
At least three years of experience in project coordination or similar tasks.
Very strong organizational skills and experience working in a structured manner with multiple parallel tasks.
Experience with administrative work, documentation, and reporting.
Experience working with national/regional cooperation at the EU/AU level.
Excellent understanding of international relations and development work.
Strong knowledge of the Office suite, particularly Excel.
Good communication skills and the ability to express yourself well in speech and writing in Portuguese, Swedish, and English.
Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
Meritorious
Certification or training in project management (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).
Documented experience in project management.
Experience developing and delivering workshops for adults.
Documented experience with Results Based Management (RBM).
Experience with global digital development/regulatory work or international development cooperation.
Experience working in public sector operations.
Experience with EU-financed projects.
Experience working and/or traveling in Africa.
Experience from Portuguese-speaking countries in Africa (PALOP).
Experience in digitalization or the telecommunications sector.
About the Position
The position is full-time and limited to 12 months. Stockholm University applies individual salary setting. Start date by agreement.
What We Offer
At SPIDER, you become part of a small but very dynamic team that is passionate about gender equality, the global sustainable development goals, and technology with people at its center. Our employees have experience from different cultures, languages, and sectors – a diversity that makes us unique and strengthens our work. As part of SPIDER, you contribute your expertise to an organization characterized by learning, openness, and collaboration.
Stockholm University is committed to being a workplace free from discrimination and providing equal rights and opportunities for all.
Contact
Additional information is provided by Caroline Wamala Larsson, Center Director of SPIDER, 08-16 15 32, [email protected].
Application
You apply for the position through Stockholm University's recruitment system. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete and submitted to the university by the final application deadline.
Instructions for applicants can be found on the website: how to apply for a position.
Stockholm University contributes to the development of a sustainable democratic society through knowledge, enlightenment, and the pursuit of truth.Department of Computer and Systems Sciences. With over 200 employees and 4,500 students, the Department of Computer and Systems Sciences (DSV) is a strong and dynamic research and teaching environment. The subject of computer and systems sciences spans technology, humanities, social sciences, and behavioral sciences, with great relevance for how we should live today and in the future. Our research addresses how IT should be designed to benefit people, organizations, and society as a whole.
More information about us can be found at: Department of Computer and Systems Sciences.
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