Education Administrator

Konstfack is Sweden's largest artistic university within art, design, and craft. Since 1844, we have educated a variety of professionals in these fields as well as art and craft teachers. We conduct both artistic and scientific education/research and currently have approximately 900 students and 200 employees. https://www.konstfack.se/ We recruit based on competence and in accordance with the university's commitment to increased diversity and freedom from discrimination. We are now seeking a temporary Education Administrator for Konstfack's teacher education program at the Department of Art and Craft Pedagogy, Sweden's oldest institution offering teacher education in the subjects of art, design, media, and craft. The department offers two subject teacher programs, one aimed at upper primary school (grades 7-9) and one for upper secondary school. In total, there are approximately 200 students in program education, standalone courses, and the Teacher Development program (Lärarlyft), as well as a number of doctoral students. Key Responsibilities As an Education Administrator with us, you will work closely with teachers and students. An essential part of the position involves administering our students' placements in work-based learning (VFU). This task requires high levels of independence, initiative, and stress management in communication with both internal and external stakeholders. Other responsibilities include: administering course evaluations, student matters, and engagement of contractors, representing the department in contexts where administrative routines and work processes are reviewed and further developed, administering, working with, and contributing to the development of our digital administrative systems (e.g., Canvas, Kronox/TimeEdit, Ladok, and the VFU portal), internal and external communication, including advertising and website publishing, ongoing administrative work at the department. The Position This is a full-time temporary position (40 hours/week). Desired start date is November 2026 or by agreement. The employment is ongoing but no longer than October 8, 2027, with possible extension until the permanent Education Administrator returns to duty. Qualifications We are looking for someone with: Experience with similar tasks from a university or higher education institution. A university degree in a relevant field. Extensive experience working with various digital administrative systems such as Ladok, learning platforms, and scheduling systems, as well as office packages. Experience with systematic internal and external communication. Very strong Swedish language skills and good English language skills. Meritorious: Experience working in teacher education. Experience with placement of VFU students. Experience working with facility booking systems such as Kronox or TimeEdit Since the department's administration is relatively small, we support each other with tasks and assignments that can vary throughout the year. Therefore, it is important that you have excellent collaboration skills, are unpretentious and service-oriented. Additionally, you are responsible and flexible. We will place great emphasis on personal suitability. Contact Contact Department Head Annelie Holmberg, [email protected], if you want to know more about the position. For more information about general employment terms and the employment process, contact the HR unit, mailto:[email protected]. Union representatives can be reached through Konstfack's switchboard, 08-450 41 00. Application You are welcome to apply through Konstfack's website. Click Apply to register your CV, cover letter, diploma, and other relevant copies of grades and certificates that demonstrate your qualifications. Mark your application with reference number KF2026/VO2P/55 Application deadline: 2026-09-01

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