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AC Administrative Officer Wanted for the Labor Market Division
Naalakkersuisut is working to ensure long-term positive development in the labor supply in order to promote employment across various sectors and increase self-sufficiency in society. It is Naalakkersuisut’s responsibility to ensure that the Greenlandic labor market develops in a positive direction, both in the long term and in the short term.
The labor shortage in the country is a challenge for the labor market, and because of this shortage, the private sector and the public sector are recruiting workers from outside the country. One of Naalakkersuisut’s objectives is to improve the integration of people who move here.
We offer a position in an exciting workplace where operations and development go hand in hand. There is an opportunity for thorough training, as well as the chance to influence the development of work processes in dialogue with stakeholders. Stakeholders include labor market partners and municipalities.
We are seeking a case officer who can handle consultations on applications for residence and work permits regarding salary and employment conditions, manage the Fast Track agreement on the recruitment of foreign labor, carry out development tasks in this area, and coordinate the authorities’ monitoring and oversight in this field. The
department handles a wide range of tasks, from preparing policy proposals for Naalakkersuisut and Inatsisartut, to labor market development, analyses, data processing, and ongoing case management in the department’s areas of responsibility, as well as public outreach regarding all initiatives.
Your Qualifications and Skills
We envision that you:
- has a relevant academic degree or equivalent
- has experience working in a politically governed organization
- can work independently, in a structured and goal-oriented manner
- is willing to take responsibility for making progress on tasks
- is prepared to take responsibility for the quality of the work performed
- has excellent communication and collaboration skills, particularly in interdisciplinary work
- is flexible, punctual, and accommodating
- is bilingual, Greenlandic/Danish or Greenlandic/English
- is prepared for the possibility that some travel may occur
- thrives in a fast-paced work environment and can juggle multiple types of tasks
In addition:
- If you have experience with the F2 case management system or other case management systems, that would be an advantage.
- It is also essential that you be familiar with Greenlandic society and culture
- Of course, you have a great attitude and are a great coworker!
Your primary responsibilities will be:
- Handle responses to consultations regarding applications for residence and work permits
- Handle case processing and maintain the list of pre-approved companies and the fast-track program
- Streamlining business processes and procedures related to external labor and the fast-track program
- Development of Workflows for the Various Case Areas
- Consulting services for municipalities and businesses regarding the recruitment of foreign workers
- Training Session for Municipal Case Workers on Foreign Labor
- Keeping Track of the Labor Force
- Coordinate inspections and oversight related to foreign workers
- Administrative Case-Handling Tasks
We offer:
- An exciting and socially meaningful job with excellent opportunities for growth
- Personal Responsibility
- Opportunity to make your mark on exciting projects
- Great coworkers
The start date is November 1, 2026, or as agreed.
If you have any questions about the position, please feel free to contact Department Head Lona Lynge at +299 345624 / loly@nanoq.gl
Salary and Terms
of Employment Salary and terms of employment, including the right to travel upon taking up and leaving the position and to relocation of household goods, in accordance with the agreement/collective bargaining agreement in effect at the time of employment between the Government of Greenland and the relevant bargaining organization.
An applicant with the appropriate, verifiable qualifications may be hired as a Special Consultant, Chief Consultant, or Senior Advisor in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement
. Housing
No staff housing is provided for this position. If an applicant already has staff housing through employment with the Self-Government, the right to the assigned staff housing is retained. Staff housing is tied to the employment relationship and must be vacated upon termination of employment.
Submit your application, resume, diplomas, and certificates of completion, as well as any other relevant documents, by clicking “Submit Application.”
We do not accept applications via email.
Contact person:
Lona Lyngeloly@nanoq.gl+299 34 56 24
Deadline: September 22, 2026, 7:00 p.m.
Employment Type: Full-time
Employment Type: Terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement
Field of Work: Office and Administration
Geographic area: Sermersooq Municipal District
ABOUT NAALAKKERSUISUT:
If you’re looking for challenges and want to make a difference in people’s daily lives through your work and help shape the future, then a job with the Greenlandic Self-Government is right for you. We expect a high level of responsibility and place great value on professional qualifications, a sound analytical approach, and adaptability in our employees. In addition, your ability to organize your daily work and maintain a broad perspective is important. The Government of Greenland consists of a Central Administration, with more than 650 employees spread across several departments, as well as a wide range of decentralized units. Together, we are more than 2,500 people affiliated with the Government of Greenland. The Central Administration’s mission is to provide Naalakkersuisut (the government) with a solid basis for political decision-making and to implement those decisions. You can read more about the Government of Greenland at http://www.naalakkersuisut.gl/job
