Language Consultant at Sametinget

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Do you want to work with and for the Sami languages? Apply for the position as Language Consultant and become part of our engaged and competent team. Sametinget's mission is to promote, develop, and strengthen the use of the Sami language in society. Work Tasks The position requires very high proficiency in the Sami language and its means of expression. You will work with various tasks: Work on investigations and preparations within the language field Respond to referrals, for example regarding place names and personal names Administrative support within the language field to Sametinget's politicians Support and promote Sami language use internally at Sametinget Minor translation work at Sametinget Participate in pan-Nordic language work where Sami is the working language Handling of grant administration Other tasks as needed Travel is included in the position Qualifications You have academic credentials in one of the Sami languages at an academic level C. You have excellent ability to express yourself both orally and in writing in one of the Sami languages. You must also have good command of Swedish in both speech and writing. You should have good knowledge of Sami culture and society. It is meritorious if you understand and can communicate in other Sami languages. Experience working in public administration and/or politically governed organizations is desirable. Personal Qualities In this position, it is important to be self-directed as you drive issues independently, which requires structure and flexibility. You should also have good teamwork skills as you will work with others. You will handle multiple tasks simultaneously and sometimes work with deadlines. What We Offer All employees receive 2 hours of wellness time per week and a wellness allowance. Sametinget also offers a very favorable travel time agreement. There is also the possibility of partial remote work and we apply flexible working hours. Vacation days follow age, meaning 28, 31, or 35 vacation days per year. As an employee, you also benefit from other state benefits such as subsidized healthcare, reimbursement for prescription medications, and parental leave allowance. Employment Type Full-time, permanent Probationary employment may be applied Work Location At one of Sametinget's offices in Kiruna, Jokkmokk, Tärnaby, or Östersund according to agreement.

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City

Tärnaby

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Published

2. 7. 2026

Edited

18. 7. 2026

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