Organizer Information
Index – The Swedish Contemporary Art Foundation is an independent contemporary art institution based in Stockholm, Sweden. Founded as a foundation in 1998, Index has become one of Scandinavia’s longest-standing and most influential platforms for contemporary art practices. The organization develops experimental exhibitions, artistic projects, public programs, and learning activities that engage diverse audiences. Its program includes solo exhibitions, thematic presentations featuring newly commissioned works by contemporary artists, retrospectives, and archival projects. Index frequently collaborates with local and international organizations to produce interdisciplinary events and discussions that expand the role of contemporary art in society.
Title & Description
The Swedish Contemporary Art Foundation: Index Coordinator Position
Index is seeking a Coordinator to join its team and support the planning, production, and delivery of exhibitions, public programs, and artistic projects. The position offers an opportunity to work within a leading contemporary art institution in Sweden, collaborating with artists, curators, institutions, and external partners. The successful candidate will contribute to the full lifecycle of artistic projects, from initial planning and budgeting to final production and evaluation.
The role is focused on project coordination, exhibition production, grant administration, communication support, and ensuring the smooth execution of Index’s artistic and public activities.
The Role Overview
- Position: Coordinator
- Organization: Index – The Swedish Contemporary Art Foundation
- Employment Type: Full-time employment
- Contract Type: Permanent/full-time employment under collective union agreements
- Start Date: 1 December 2026
- Reporting To: Director of Index
- Location: Stockholm, Sweden
- Salary/Fee: Not publicly specified
- Application Materials: CV and cover letter
- Language Requirements: Swedish and English fluency required
Position & Tasks
The Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the daily operations of Index and managing exhibition and program production. Main responsibilities include:
- Managing exhibition projects from concept development to completion, including timelines, budgets, and project follow-up.
- Coordinating communication between artists, curators, institutions, and external collaborators.
- Managing practical production processes such as artwork transportation, insurance, loan agreements, and catalogue production.
- Planning and overseeing exhibition openings, public events, and educational programs.
- Supporting grant applications and managing reporting processes for funded projects.
- Assisting with communication activities, including press and media relations.
- Supporting administrative tasks related to project coordination.
Categories
- Contemporary Art
- Visual Arts
- Curating
- Exhibition Production
- Cultural Management
- Arts Administration
- Public Programs
- Art Institutions
Eligibility
The position is open to candidates with relevant professional experience and/or academic backgrounds. Applicants should have:
- A degree in Art History, Curating, Cultural Production, or another relevant field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Documented experience producing exhibitions or artistic projects within an art institution or similar organization.
- Experience managing grants from application through reporting stages.
- Experience in project management with budget responsibility.
- Strong knowledge of contemporary art and the international/local art scene.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Strong digital and IT skills.
- Professional fluency in Swedish and English, both written and spoken.
Additional qualifications considered beneficial:
- Experience in event production.
- Networks within Swedish or international art institutions.
- Experience with communication, press, and social media.
- Additional language skills.
Program Benefits
- Full-time employment at one of Sweden’s leading contemporary art institutions.
- Opportunity to work closely with contemporary artists, curators, and cultural professionals.
- Professional experience in exhibition production and international contemporary art practices.
- Participation in a creative and collaborative institutional environment.
- Employment conditions covered by collective union agreements.
Application Fee
None
How to Apply?
To apply, submit a CV and a cover letter to: application@indexfoundation.se
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 18 October 2026
- Employment Start Date: 1 December 2026
Location
Stockholm, Sweden
Additional Details
Index is seeking a candidate who is organized, independent, and capable of managing multiple artistic projects simultaneously. The ideal applicant should have strong coordination skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build professional relationships with artists, cultural organizations, and collaborators. Experience in contemporary art production and institutional project management is highly valued.
The position requires someone who is proactive, adaptable, curious, and interested in contributing to the future development of Index as a dynamic contemporary art platform.