Nordic Innovation is owned by the five Nordic governments through the Nordic Council of Ministers and works to make the Nordic region a frontrunner in sustainable growth. Our mission is to create Nordic added value by promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, and global competitiveness in Nordic business and industry, as well as facilitating collaboration across national borders. Nordic Innovation runs programs and activities that support businesses in developing and adapting to the green transition.
You will become part of a dynamic and pleasant working environment with colleagues from all Nordic countries. We offer an exciting position at the intersection of business and leading innovation ecosystems in the Nordic region, with significant influence over our priorities.
The role will include both strategic and operational elements. Examples of tasks include developing strategies and programs, managing projects in collaboration with multiple stakeholders, building networks, preparing calls for proposals, managing evaluation processes, and advising and following up on projects. You will be in close contact with external companies and organizations, where it is important to tailor communication to different target audiences in a professional manner.
We are looking for a candidate who has:
- Relevant higher education and a minimum of two years of work experience
- Curiousity and a strong interest in working with new technologies and topics that are critical for business on the path toward sustainability, competitiveness and attractiveness.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate fluently in at least one Scandinavian language, in addition to English
- Experience working independently and, at times, without established practices
We are looking for a driven colleague who thrives in social settings and is comfortable presenting to an audience. We offer ample opportunities for personal development and look forward to welcoming a new colleague who shares ideas and takes initiative.
Personal qualities will be given significant weight.
The position is a fixed-term appointment for four years, with the possibility of extension for an additional four years. Civil servants are entitled to leave of absence to work at Nordic Innovation. Employees recruited from a country other than Norway will receive relocation compensation for moving abroad, in addition to a special monthly allowance. We strive for balance in terms of age and gender. As far as possible, Nordic Innovation’s staff should reflect the Nordic population, and in the selection of candidates, Nordic Innovation aims to achieve a balance between the different Nordic nationalities. The workplace is Oslo.
Nordic Innovation is one of twelve organisations under the Nordic Council of Ministers. Its mission is to contribute to making the Nordic region a frontrunner in sustainable growth by promoting entrepreneurship, innovation, and international competitiveness in Nordic businesses. Nordic Innovation is headquartered in Oslo and has 20 employees.
For questions about the position, please contact:
Chief Operating Officer: Maria Strömberg (maria.stromberg@nordicinnovation.org, tel. +47 482 68 967) or
HR Advisor Kristine Høydahl (kristine.hoydahl@nordicinnovation.org)
Application deadline: 1 March
