Vitlycke – CPA is looking for a Local Operations Coordinator

About Vitlycke – Centre for Performing Arts (CPA)
Vitlycke – CPA is an international performing arts centre and venue in Tanumshede, Sweden, active since 2012. We offer artists, choreographers and dance companies a creative platform for residencies, rehearsals and artistic development. In collaboration with established choreographers, we organise workshops for professional dancers and people with no previous dance experience.

Our public programme includes performances, concerts, talks, open rehearsals, workshops and film screenings. We present Swedish and international dance companies and host the international performing arts festival HERE: every two years.

We are looking for a Local Operations Coordinator to support our day-to-day activities on site and help create a welcoming, well-run environment for artists, colleagues and visitors.

About the role
As Local Operations Coordinator, you will play a central role in the practical running of our residencies and public activities. Working closely with the producers and artistic leadership, you will help keep our facilities, accommodation and practical arrangements ready for use.

This is a hands-on, people-facing role for someone who enjoys getting things done, notices what needs attention and takes initiative to make improvements.

Responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include:

• Welcoming artists and guests, showing them around and providing practical information about the accommodation, facilities and centre.
• Arranging and carrying out pick-ups and drop-offs for artists and guests, and driving them to grocery shops when needed.
• Preparing rooms and shared spaces before arrivals and coordinating cleaning, room allocations and practical needs during stays.
• Regularly checking the facilities, accommodation and equipment, identifying anything that needs attention and taking initiative to keep the environment welcoming, well maintained and functional.
• Purchasing and replenishing household supplies and other essentials, and coordinating with service providers and tradespeople when needed.
• Putting up posters and delivering flyers and programmes to relevant locations across Tanum and the surrounding area.
• Supporting public events through preparations, welcoming audiences, checking tickets, and opening and closing the venue.
• Helping with the practical delivery of workshops, festivals and other projects, including sourcing materials and resolving logistical issues.

About you
You are responsible, resourceful and comfortable working independently, with energy, motivation and an eye for detail. You enjoy meeting people from different countries and backgrounds and helping them feel welcome.

You can organise your work, prioritise when several things happen at once and take initiative. You enjoy a varied working day that combines coordination with practical tasks and driving.
We are looking for someone who wants to become an engaged member of the team and sees this as a long-term commitment.

Your background

• Experience in customer service, hospitality, practical coordination or a similar role.
• An interest in arts, culture and the performing arts.
• Good spoken and written English is essential. Swedish language skills are a strong advantage.
• A category B driving licence and confidence behind the wheel are essential.
• You must be based in Tanum municipality by the start of employment, as the role requires frequent attendance on site throughout the week.

Employment details
Start date: January 2027, by agreement.
Hours and pay: An hourly-paid position with guaranteed working hours equivalent to at least 40% of full-time. Additional hours may be available depending on residencies, seasonal demand and scheduled activities.

The role is based on site at Vitlycke – CPA and also involves driving and local errands. Working hours are arranged around the centre’s activities and may be spread across several days of the week. Some evening and weekend work is required, particularly for events and artists’ arrivals and departures.

How to apply and deadline
Please send your CV and a short cover letter to jobb@vitlycke.org, telling us why the role suits you and what interests you about working at Vitlycke – CPA.
Use “Verksamhetskoordinator” as the subject line.

Application deadline: 06.12.2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We look forward to receiving your application!