International Coordinator

Description The Education Support Division consists of the Unit for Educational Services, the Unit for Student Support, and the Unit for Internationalization and Collaboration. Within the division, a broad range of activities are gathered, including admissions, degree conferral, Ladok, exam administration, study and career guidance, student health, targeted pedagogical support, as well as the university's work with internationalization and collaboration. The Unit for Internationalization and Collaboration is responsible for coordinating and developing the university's international work and promoting collaboration within education at both basic and advanced levels. Within the International Office, we work with strategic internationalization, student and staff mobility, collaboration with partner universities around the world, exchange programs, and national and international networks. Karlstad University is part of the European University EUNICE – a long-term educational and research collaboration between ten European institutions of higher education. Through this collaboration, new opportunities are created for students, staff, and researchers to work in an international and innovative environment. The university is implementing a strategic initiative to strengthen recruitment of international degree-seeking students. As the number of international students increases, we are now seeking an international coordinator who wants to be part of developing our work and contribute to a welcoming and attractive study environment for students from around the world. Responsibilities As an international coordinator, you are an important part of Karlstad University's internationalization work and work to support our international students throughout their entire student journey – from recruitment and admissions to studies, the transition to coming to Karlstad, and support during their studies to achieve a degree. In this role, you are responsible for providing qualified support and service to international students before, during, and after their studies. The work includes both outward-facing activities to attract and recruit students as well as individual guidance and support in matters concerning studies and student life. You also serve as a resource to the university's departments and subject areas in their work with international students. The work involves many points of contact, both nationally and internationally. You collaborate with government agencies and other external stakeholders and meet with students and staff in individual conversations as well as group information sessions, workshops, and other information initiatives. An important part of the role is to produce and quality-assure oral and written information in Swedish and English for different target audiences. The position may include participation in digital and international education fairs and national networks. Work with admissions processes, follow-up, and payment handling for international students may also be included. You contribute to the development of students' connections to the job market through collaboration with relevant internal and external stakeholders. The International Office is also responsible for coordinating and administering the university's exchange activities. Therefore, other tasks within internationalization and international collaboration may also occur. To create favorable conditions for collaboration, development, and presence in the activities, you are expected primarily to work on-site at the university. Some remote work is possible based on the needs and conditions of the activities. Qualifications We are seeking someone with a relevant academic degree, intercultural competence, and who through relevant experience has an understanding of the target group and its needs. To succeed with your tasks, you need strong administrative competence, that is, the ability to structure, plan, and follow up on tasks in a careful and efficient manner and within specified timelines. You work with a service orientation and thrive in work that demands continuous development and change. You take responsibility for your tasks, can work both independently and together with others, and have the ability to prioritize when workload varies. Since many of your contacts will be English-speaking, you need very good knowledge of both Swedish and English, both spoken and written. Other language skills relevant to the position are advantageous. Experience with internationalization issues, collaboration with the business community, or admissions work at a university is advantageous. Personal stays abroad that are relevant to the position are also advantageous. Knowledge of the university and its programs is advantageous. We place great importance on personal qualities. Terms The employment is full-time, 100%, fixed-term, but no longer than August 31, 2027, with the possibility of extension. Start as soon as possible by agreement. Application You apply through the university's web-based recruitment tool Varbi. You are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete in accordance with the announcement, that any documents in a language other than Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, or English are translated, and that your competence is documented in a way that allows for a factual, qualitative assessment. A complete application must be submitted by the end of the application period. An incomplete application may result in your competence not being fully assessed. The application should contain: CV Cover letter with a description of your qualifications in relation to the tasks Copies of relevant grades, diplomas, and certificates Statement of language proficiency Two references All documents that you wish to be part of your application should be attached to the digital application. Name each uploaded document clearly so it is evident what it contains. Application deadline: 2026-09-15 Reference number: REK2026/173 We welcome your application! Karlstad University has made medieval for this recruitment and therefore we decline contact with advertisement sales representatives and recruiters of recruitment services.

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