About the role
Vicars are priests who lead the work of a congregation within the Church of Sweden. They have completed theological university education and are often ordained priests. Vicars hold a leading position and are responsible for both the spiritual and the administrative work in the congregation.Responsibilities
Vicars are responsible for services, ecclesiastical acts such as baptisms and weddings, as well as pastoral care. They lead the congregation's staff and have overall responsibility for finance and administration. Collaboration with church councils and other congregational groups is an important part of their work.Skills and tools
Vicars need good leadership qualities, communication skills, and a deep understanding of theology. They use the church's liturgical materials, administrative systems, and digital tools to plan and carry out activities. Empathy and the ability to handle ethical issues are central to the profession. Common competencies demanded by employers are personalansvar, budgetansvar and religionsvetenskap/teologi.