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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an experienced and visionary Director General to lead and develop our organization at the national level. As Director General, you hold the ultimate responsibility for ensuring that operations are conducted efficiently, legally, and in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. You report directly to the board or government and serve as the public face of the organization. The role involves leading an executive team, setting strategic goals, and ensuring these are achieved through engaged and competent work. You are responsible for budget, personnel, and organizational development, as well as for creating a work environment characterized by openness, inclusion, and innovation. As Director General, you are also responsible for driving change, managing crises, and representing the organization in national and international contexts. You are expected to have a broad network and be skilled at collaborating with other agencies, the business sector, and civil society. An important part of the role is to communicate the organization's vision and goals clearly and inspiringly, both internally and externally. We are looking for someone with solid experience in high-level leadership, preferably within the public sector, and with a proven ability to lead complex organizations through change. You are a confident and clear leader with high integrity and strong analytical skills. You also have the ability to make tough decisions and motivate your employees to achieve common goals. If you want to influence societal development and lead a forward-thinking organization, this is the role for you.
Responsibilities
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- Set and follow up on strategic goals
- Responsible for budget and financial management
- Build and lead an effective executive team
- Ensure compliance with laws and regulations
- Drive change and organizational development
- Manage crises and communicate with the media
- Represent the organization nationally and internationally
- Create an inclusive and innovative work environment
- Collaborate with other agencies and stakeholders
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Proven experience in high-level leadership
- Experience in the public sector is an advantage
- Academic degree in a relevant field
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Good analytical and strategic skills
- Experience with budget and personnel responsibility
- Ability to lead through change
- High integrity and good judgment
- Experience collaborating with external stakeholders
- Fluent in Swedish and English
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have leading large organizations?
- How do you handle change management?
- Can you give an example of a crisis you have managed?
- How do you work to create an inclusive work environment?
- What are your strengths as a leader?
- How do you ensure organizational compliance with laws and regulations?
- How do you motivate your team to achieve set goals?
- What is your view on collaboration with other agencies and stakeholders?
- What challenges do you see in the role of Director General?
- How do you handle internal and external communication?
