Civil Defense Coordinator for Security and Preparedness Department

The Security and Preparedness Department is a key function in our organization, offering strategic expert support in areas such as security, security protection, preparedness, civil defense, and emergency response. Our mission is to translate legislation into practice, implement security policies, and drive strategic initiatives that strengthen society's resilience. When society faces challenges, we play a crucial role in ensuring we can meet demands and manage gaps between needs and resources. We are action-oriented and value an open climate where everyone's opinions and ideas make a real difference. Are you ready to take on a meaningful role in our important work toward a safer future? 1 position(s). WORK RESPONSIBILITIES As a Civil Defense Coordinator, you will be in a key position to develop and implement strategies that strengthen the region's civil defense and preparedness for climate change, crises, and conflict. You will be a driving force in creating effective preparedness plans, conducting risk analyses, and coordinating resources to ensure the region has fundamental capabilities for crisis and conflict management. Your contribution will be critical in building a strong and resilient civil defense where you actively help create the conditions necessary for rapid and effective management of serious challenges to society. Key responsibilities • monitor the external environment and develop, advance, and implement guiding documents within civil defense and preparedness • analyze authority directives and identify actions the region needs to take in planning its operations • coordinate work on total and civil defense planning within the region • participate in and collaborate at local, regional, and national levels • lead work on climate impact related to civil defense, preparedness, and the region's planning efforts. What you get with us • meaningful work by contributing to society's security and ability to manage climate change, crises, and conflict • opportunity for a sustainable work life with flexibility in how and where you perform your work • variation and collaboration through both strategic and operational tasks in close cooperation with internal and external partners. We care about you as an employee and offer benefits that create security, health, and development regardless of where you are in life. Read more here: https://www.regiongavleborg.se/jobb-och-utbildning/jobba-i-region-gavleborg/dina-formaner/ QUALIFICATIONS We are seeking someone with a strong ability to plan, structure, and prioritize their work. You work methodically and drive your tasks forward independently while ensuring high quality. With your flexibility, you easily adapt to changing conditions and switch between long-term development work and more urgent matters without losing focus on organizational goals. You have strong collaboration skills and build trusting relationships that promote cooperation with both internal and external partners. Through clear and engaging communication, you inspire and influence others, create understanding for shared goals, and contribute to developing Region Gävleborg's work in civil defense and preparedness. Required for success in this role • a bachelor's degree in risk, crisis, or conflict management, or another bachelor's degree in an area involving civil defense, or equivalent work experience relevant to the role. It is advantageous if you have experience working with civil defense. We would also appreciate if you have knowledge of or experience in climate and environment work, particularly related to climate impact and climate adaptation. The position is security-classified and requires you to be a Swedish citizen. A security clearance and background check will be conducted before employment. We use a probationary employment period. In this recruitment process, we have chosen to collect information from you through screening questions and CV; you will therefore not need to submit a personal letter. Employment type: Permanent position. Duration: Permanent, start date: By agreement. Region Gävleborg applies individual and differentiated salary setting. Salary determination takes into account, among other things, assignment, responsibility, competence, experience, and results. With 7,500 employees, we are the county's largest employer. This gives us the strength to drive development forward for a thriving Gävleborg. Our mission is exciting and complex. Regardless of your role with us, you help the residents of the county and make a difference in society. We are at the forefront of societal development and are committed to your growth and development as an employee. With us, you get to use all your strength to create the Gävleborg of the future together with your colleagues.

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