samordner

Samordner is a noun used in Danish and Norwegian to describe a person who coordinates activities, resources, or information to achieve a common goal. The term derives from sam- meaning “together” and ordne meaning “to arrange.” In practice, a samordner acts as a focal point for planning, communication, and synchronization across teams, agencies, or departments.

Responsibilities typically include defining objectives, scheduling tasks, aligning budgets and human resources, monitoring progress, identifying and mitigating risks, and facilitating decision-making. The role often requires strong organizational skills, clear communication, and familiarity with project management or operations processes.

Samordner can appear in several domains such as public administration, emergency management, health services, education, IT projects, and logistics. In government contexts, a samordner may be appointed to coordinate cross-departmental initiatives, standardize procedures, or harmonize policies. In private organizations, the function may be performed under titles such as project coordinator, program manager, or operations coordinator, with duties adapted to the sector.

The term is closely related to samordning (coordination). While not a fixed professional title in all organizations, the samordner typically carries a mandate to ensure alignment and coherence among diverse participants and activities.