Student Body Secretary

A key leadership and coordinating role in one of Sweden's largest student organizations.

Scope: Full-time
Duration: September 1, 2026 – July 1, 2027
Type of employment: Position of trust

Would you like to take your first step into the workforce with an administrative role where you can really make a difference?‍

The Uppsala Student Union is looking for someone who wants to play a key role in our organization and help create structure, coordination, and a supportive environment. With us, you’ll have the opportunity to work for a nonprofit organization that makes a difference for over 10,000 students at one of Sweden’s leading universities.

About the Uppsala StudentUnion‍

The Uppsala Student Union is one of Uppsala University’s formally designated student unions for students at Uppsala University. The Uppsala Student Union works to strengthen students’ influence over their education and academic environment and annually appoints hundreds of student representatives to the university’s decision-making and preparatory bodies. The Uppsala Student Union has represented Uppsala students since 1849.

About the Position

As a student union secretary, you support the organization’s various areas of activity through administrative and practical efforts. You help ensure that key projects are carried out and that the organization’s activities are well-coordinated. The role involves both day-to-day administrative tasks and independent responsibility for coordination and development work.

Job Responsibilities
As a student union secretary, your responsibilities will include, among other things:

• Develop the organization's procedures and work practices.
• Coordinate projects and initiatives within the organization.
• Serve as a liaison between the project team, the board, and the secretariat.
• Prepare, process, and follow up on cases.
• Follow up on motions adopted by the Student Council.
• Support the board's administrative work.
• Monitor external developments and disseminate relevant information within the organization.

• Assist the Executive Committee with external partnerships and advocacy efforts.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone who

• are a student or a recent graduate of Uppsala University
• has strong organizational skills,
• is organized and quality-conscious,
• can work independently and take responsibility for their own tasks,
• has good teamwork skills, is communicative,
• is flexible and solution-oriented.
• express yourself well, both verbally and in writing, in Swedish and English,
• is interested in student organizations, student representation, or organizational development.

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Experience with student government, nonprofit organizations, board work, or similar activities is a plus.

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Scope and Terms

The position is a full-time, paid position of trust equivalent to approximately 40 hours per week.

The Student Union Secretary works on behalf of the Student Union Board. The Executive Committee is responsible for setting priorities, defining the direction, and monitoring the work. The term of office follows the Uppsala Student Union’s fiscal year.

Application

The application must include

• Resume (including references)
• Personal Letter

Please send your application or any questions about the position to: presidiet@uskar.se

Application deadline: August 2, 2026

For more information about the job requirements and job description, please email presidiet@uskar.se