Job Description

IM is an independent, values-driven membership organization striving for an equal and humane world. We work globally in partnership with local actors to empower people to lift themselves out of poverty and exclusion. We're committed to innovation, accountability and real results and we're always looking for passionate people who want to help us stay relevant. IM has approximately 6000 members, 450 volunteers, and 35 employees and partners, with operations in Sweden, Guatemala, Palestine, Ukraine, Malawi, and Moldova.

Do you want to help shape a values-driven organization where people, culture, and engagement are at the core? We are looking for a Head of People & Culture to lead and develop IM as an attractive, inclusive, and thriving workplace.

In this role, you will ensure that HR strategies, processes, and initiatives support both organizational goals and employee well-being. You will be part of the Management Team and act as a strategic partner with a hands-on responsibility across the organization.

While the office is based in the heart of Lund, the role is international, offering challenging and inspiring tasks along with great opportunities for personal growth.

Responsibilities

• Drive organizational development, culture, and employee engagement while strengthening leadership and supporting change initiatives

• Oversee performance management, rewards, and learning & development to enable growth and continuous learning

• Ensure a strong focus on well-being, inclusion, and a positive employee experience

• HR operations, compliance, and employee relations, including support to managers and internal communication

• Drive Diversity & Inclusion through fair and inclusive practices across the organization

• Hold overall responsibility for IT-related matters

Who You Are

• Strongly values-driven with a genuine passion for IM’s mission and purpose

• At least 7-10 years of experience in broad HR roles in global settings

• Knowledge of labor law, HR compliance, and best practices

• Analytical with the ability to turn insights into action

• Experienced in driving organizational and cultural development

• · Previous leadership experience.

• Fluent in English and Swedish

What we offer you

We offer an international role where human rights and IM’s core values are at the heart of everything we do. You will be part of an organization where you can actively contribute to sustainable development while supporting the continued growth of the organization.

In this role, you will have a broad HR responsibility, working across both strategic and operational areas. You will engage in diverse and meaningful tasks, giving you the opportunity to develop your expertise while making a real impact.

  Our culture

IM has a strong workplace culture that is characterized by our core values:

We trust – We listen to everyone’s voice and trust each other’s abilities and knowledge. We know that we are stronger together.

We dare – We are confident, bold and we dare to create change through innovative, sustainable solutions. We have the courage to always stand up for our values.

We are relevant – We know why we do what we do. We base our decisions on facts and we are constantly learning. We take action – sooner rather than later.

We are passionate – We are all driven by a strong conviction that we can contribute to change and that what we do makes a difference. We always act with compassion and an open heart.

Other information

Type of contract: Permanent position
Start date: Aug 2026
Location: Lund
Last day to apply: We review applications on an ongoing basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

IM follow the collective agreement between Fremia and Unionen for Tjänstepersoner i civilsamhället.

Contact person: Elin.Bredberg@imsweden.org

Candidates with diverse backgrounds are warmly encouraged to apply, because we know that enhanced creativity and innovation is the result of multiple perspectives. Our goal is an organization made up by people of diverse experiences, abilities, life stories, perspectives and competencies, where everybody regardless of identity enjoys a safe space where they have opportunities to grow and feel belonging. To reach this goal we constantly check ourselves to make sure that we really walk the talk.