Head of Unit fair and sustainable supply chains to Swedwatch

Swedwatch is currently hiring a Head of Unit fair and sustainable supply chains and is looking for a person who wants to join the organization in an exciting phase. In this is new role you will lead and develop the unit and also be responsible for Swedwatch´s work on critical Business Human Rights Environment (BHRE) issues related to, for example, migrant workers’ rights, labor rights, transparency and accountability. This is a full-time position that will be based in our Stockholm office. Travel is expected as a regular job requirement.

Main tasks:


• Lead and mentor the unit, manage unit budget and full managerial responsibility of unit staff. Ensure operational oversight and that units work is well planned and delivered. Ensure that risks are managed effectively and provide regular reports on your team’s work.
• Report to the Director and be part of the management team. Share perspectives on the management and direction of the organization. Actively contribute to internal organizational development, strategy discussions and decision-making.
• Ensure that Swedwatch interventions, with focus on research and publications are top quality, well written and grounded in evidence and on relevant international BHRE frameworks.
• Ensure that research is conducted in line with Swedwatch processes and practices as well as research standards and international BHRE guidelines.
• Coordinate and lead efforts to attain goals within the focus area, ensuring effective and high-quality implementation of strategies.
• Working together with other Heads of Unit, ensure that methodology, processes and strategies are followed and developed for maximum impact in defending human rights and protecting the environment.
• Establish and maintain contacts with the national & international BHRE community to increase collaborative working opportunities.
• Represent Swedwatch in the field and elsewhere, including with senior government officials, media, funders, peer organizations and other audiences.
• Participate in fundraising and development efforts and oversee drafting of proposals and reporting as needed for project or programme funding. 

Skills and qualifications:
We are looking for a person with demonstrated knowledge of international and local legal frameworks in relevant area and experiences from working with BHRE within government, NGO or other in an international context. You have a bachelor’s degree within a relevant area required for the position or equal work experience and possess current knowledge of discussions on labor rights protections in international arenas. You have a proven track record of successfully leading teams that work toward BHRE goals within projects with a rights-based approach and also experience of stakeholder engagement and program management. You are comfortable with public speaking, including in media contexts. The role requires you to have excellent written and spoken skills in English and Swedish.
If you have specialist insight into a particular aspect of the broader Swedwatch agenda, skills in another language and/or insight into another country or region, that is desirable.

To be successful in the role you are an excellent team worker, have solid management skills and the ability to engage, motivate and inspire your team. You have a strategic perspective and are outgoing and socially active in professional contexts. You enjoy taking part of discussions on a high international level and have strong communication skills. It’s also important that you can work independent, take responsibility for your tasks and prioritize. Of course you are committed to Swedwatch mission and share our values 

Why work with us?
At Swedwatch you get the opportunity to make a real difference for human rights and the environment and affect change for right holders across the globe. Employees are included by the collective bargaining agreement between Fremia and Unionen. We apply a 37,5 hour workweek.
We strive for diversity and welcome applicants regardless of gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, religious belief, or disability.

Application
Apply by uploading your CV and motivation letter to signerarekrytering.se as soon as possible, but no later than April 5th, 2021. Your application can be written in Swedish or English. If you have any questions you are welcome to contact Anna Hultkrantz, +46 73-834 33 20 or Josefin Johansson, + 46 70-862 09 90 at Signera Rekrytering.

About Swedwatch
Swedwatch is an independent, not-for-profit organization that envisions a world in which global economic systems are just, transparent and sustainable. Human rights and the environment are protected and respected and businesses contribute to sustainable development and inclusive growth within the means of the planet. Swedwatch works from a rights-based approach. Read more at swedwatch.org.