jobbkrav

Jobbkrav is a Swedish term used in employment contexts to describe the set of qualifications, conditions, and capabilities that a position requires from a candidate. It encompasses formal education, professional experience, and specific skills, as well as practical or personal prerequisites such as language proficiency, driving licence, physical ability, or willingness to travel. In job advertisements and descriptions, jobbkrav help prospective applicants assess whether they are eligible and whether their profile matches the role.

Typical components include mandatory requirements (obligatoriska krav) such as a degree, relevant work experience, or a professional certification; and optional or meriterande requirements (meriterande krav) like additional languages or experience with certain tools. Employers often distinguish between krav and meriter to signal essential qualifications while still inviting a broader pool of candidates.

From a recruitment perspective, clearly stated jobbkrav support efficient screening, reduce mismatches, and improve applicant quality. They should be job-related and proportionate to the role, and based on objective criteria where possible. Discrimination laws and equal opportunity policies require that krav are not used to exclude protected groups without justification; for example, requirements should be necessary for the performance of the job.

Candidates applying for a position should review the listed krav, consider how their background aligns, and, where appropriate, seek clarification or accommodation for any work-related prerequisites. See also kompetenskrav (competence requirements), behörighetskrav (eligibility criteria), and meriterande krav.