Swedish Environmental Protection Agency is looking for a Climate Analyst

The Swedish Environmental Protection Agency coordinates and drives the work for a good living environment together with others. With us, you can contribute to the important work of achieving our vision - to create a good living environment for humans and all other living beings, now and for future generations!

Do you want to be part of our expert group that develops knowledge bases for climate transition in Sweden and the EU? The Climate Analysis Unit is now looking for someone who wants to develop Sweden's and the EU's climate work together with us.

We work with analyses and knowledge bases as well as the development of climate policy proposals to strengthen climate work nationally and within the EU. We produce material for the government's negotiations on EU climate policy and material for the government's climate reporting and climate action plan, as well as reports to the EU and the UN. We also follow research projects, respond to consultations, participate in international contexts, and work on various government assignments in the climate area. The responsibilities cover all emission sectors as well as carbon uptake in forests and land.

Your tasks

You will work on producing material related to the analysis, evaluation, and development of climate policy instruments at the EU level and nationally to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Other tasks related to instruments and measures in the climate transition may also be relevant, such as following research projects and responding to consultations. The work includes contacts and collaboration with external actors and authorities. The work is carried out both independently and in groups.

The positions are suitable for both those with extensive experience and those who are at the beginning of their careers.

Your qualifications

Requirements:

• We are looking for someone with a relevant higher education degree in the field, e.g., in economics, political science, natural sciences, or engineering.
• You have experience with environmental/climate-related issues through studies or work.
• You can express yourself well both orally and in writing in Swedish and English.

Meritorious:

• Work experience in investigating, analyzing, and developing instruments and measures within climate/environmental policy.
• Thesis or academic dissertation related to instruments and measures within climate policy.
• Good knowledge of climate measures and climate policy in Sweden and the EU.
• Knowledge of the transport sector (for one of the positions).

Personal qualities

We place great emphasis on personal qualities and are looking for someone who has good collaboration skills and enjoys working together with others in a responsive and smooth manner. You are structured and flexible, which allows you to plan and organize your work while adapting to changing circumstances. We see that you have high motivation and a desire for development, as well as a creative approach, where you are happy to contribute new ideas and solutions. You find it enjoyable to write and process target group-adapted texts, which requires good communication skills. Additionally, we value your analytical ability, your capacity to see the whole picture, and your ability to find solutions that lead to improvement and development.

About the employment

The positions are fixed-term for 12 months. The placement of the positions is in Stockholm or Östersund. Start date as soon as possible by agreement. We apply individual salary setting.

Application

When you apply, you will answer a number of selection questions related to the requirements profile in the advertisement. Your answers will be used as part of the selection process and can determine whether you proceed in the recruitment process or not. Therefore, it is important that you answer as thoroughly and clearly as possible. We do not use personal letters in the selection process, as we want to focus on your experience and competence, which contributes to a more efficient and fair recruitment process. In your application to us, you only attach your CV.

Warm welcome with your application by January 2, 2026.

Contact

If you want to know more about the employment, you are welcome to contact Sara Almqvist, head of the Climate Analysis Unit. You can also contact our union representatives for Saco-S or ST. All can be reached via customer service, tel. no. 010-698 10 00.

Why work with us?

The Swedish Environmental Protection Agency values a sustainable work life and a good working environment. We offer our employees good opportunities for remote work, occupational health care and employee support, wellness hours and wellness grants, as well as various activities through our sports and outdoor association and cultural association. Welcome to our modern offices in an organization with an important mission. We are a workplace with friendly colleagues and a present leadership where we gather around our overarching mission aimed at improving the environment for current and future generations.

About the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency

The Swedish Environmental Protection Agency is a government agency for climate and environmental issues. We work on behalf of the government within Sweden, the EU, and internationally. The Swedish Environmental Protection Agency coordinates and drives environmental work in Sweden. We contribute to a robust and sustainable society.

The agency is responsible for issues related to climate and air, land, biodiversity, contaminated areas, recycling and waste, resource efficiency, environmental monitoring, hunting and wildlife, and environmental research. The agency's responsibilities are integrated into other important societal issues and thus contribute to the development of society as a whole. The Swedish Environmental Protection Agency also works to strengthen society's preparedness.

The Swedish Environmental Protection Agency strives for a workplace characterized by equality and diversity. We see that employees with different backgrounds and experiences are an important prerequisite for this.

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