Researcher and Data Analyst (Climate Policy and Carbon Markets)

Carbon Market Watch; Brussel Hoofdstad; Hybride; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An environmental NGO is seeking a Researcher and Data Analyst in Brussels to conduct impactful research on climate policy and carbon markets. Ideal candidates will have a strong economic background and data analysis skills. The role offers a competitive salary and full-time contract with the possibility of extension, emphasizing collaboration and advocacy to influence climate policies.

Prestations

13th month salary

Meal vouchers

Public transport allowance

Home-working allowance

30 holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of directly relevant experience.
• Strong commitment to environmental protection and sustainable development.
• Proven skills in data analysis and quantitative research.

Responsabilités

• Conduct original research and policy analysis on carbon pricing mechanisms and related climate policies.
• Develop and maintain datasets and models for carbon pricing instruments.
• Draft reports, policy briefs, and opinion pieces for diverse audiences.

Connaissances

Environmental policy analysis

Statistical analysis

Data analysis (Excel)

Communication skills

Formation

Degree in economics, statistics, environmental policy, political science

Outils

Excel

Stata

Python

R

Description du poste

Researcher and data analyst (climate policy and carbon markets)

Our mission

Carbon Market Watch’s mission is to ensure that carbon pricing and other climatepolicies cut pollution anddrive a just transition towards sustainable societies. Given the urgency of halting the climate breakdown, we want market-based climate policies to fulfil their promise and be used in a wise combination with regulatory and incentivising measures.

Our strengths lie in evidence-based advocacy to improve climate policies, turning complex issues into understandable messages, and helping people understand and influence those policies.

Purpose of the position

We are looking for a Researcher & Analyst to join our dynamic team and strengthen our analytical and evidence-based advocacy on carbon markets and climate policy. The successful candidate will combine solid analytical skills with a strong understanding of carbon pricing, climate governance, and the political landscape in which these policies are shaped.

The position will strongly focus onpolicyanalysis, research, and political communications. Thepolicyofficerwill report to the policy director while working in/with a policy sub-team and closely with the entire CMW team.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Conduct original research and policy analysis on carbon pricing mechanisms, carbon markets, and related climate policies, with a particular focus on the EU carbon market and the role of carbon removals – in close coordination with relevant policy and communications colleagues.
• Develop and maintain datasets and models that assess the effectiveness, fairness, and environmental integrity of carbon pricing instruments.
• Draft and co-author reports, policy briefs, blogs, and opinion pieces for diverse audiences, in collaboration with colleagues in the policy and communication teams.
• Translate technical research findings into clear, accessible narratives for policymakers, journalists, and civil society partners.
• Identify advocacy opportunities to connect facts and figures to ongoing policy developments in the EU and international climate negotiations, and contribute to CMW’s policy positions.
• Collaborate closely with the policy and communications teams to ensure research outputs inform advocacy and outreach.
• Contribute to fundraising efforts, including drafting project proposals and reporting to donors.

Professional and Personal Attributes

Successful candidates will have a minimum of two years of directly relevant experience.

Ideal candidates should have the following professional qualifications and personal attributes:

Required

• A strong commitment to environmental protection and sustainable development.
• Strong background in economics, statistics, environmental policy, political science, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct quantitative research, ideally in carbon pricing, emissions trading systems, or climate policy.
• Proven skills in data analysis (Excel essential; experience with Stata, Python, R, or similar tools an asset).
• Excellent writing skills with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and persuasively to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Fully proficient in spoken and written English. Other languages are a strong advantage.
• Residence in Belgium and ability to work in/from our office in Brussels (generally two days per week, combined with home-working).
• Detailed knowledge of the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS), Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, Voluntary Carbon Markets, the EU Carbon Removal and Carbon Farming framework, and other carbon pricing initiatives.
• Familiarity with EU climate governance and carbon pricing instruments (e.g. EU ETS, CBAM, carbon removals)
• Experience in advocacy, campaigning, or policy engagement.
• Experience of working in an international or European organisation, or in a relevant role (NGOs, think-tanks, industry…)

What we offer

• A full-time, one-year contract under Belgian law with the possibility of extension to a permanent contract.
• A competitive remuneration package in line with Brussels NGO standards: salary range from €3950 to €4210 gross/month, depending primarily on years of experience; 13th month, cheques repas, eco-cheque, mobile phone package, public transport allowance, home-working allowance, and 30 holidays of which five during the end-of-year office closing period. Complementary pension plan with employer contributions.
• An exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic, friendly, expert team.

Starting date: December 2025 (as early as possible)

Application process

Qualified applicants should send their motivation letter and CV, both in a single pdf document clearly marked with their name, to this link . The application should outline your motivation, skills, areas of interest and availability.

Deadline to submit your application: 26 October 2025. First (online) interviews will take place in the week of 3 November 2025. Second (in person) interviews will take place in the week of 10 November.

We treat your application confidentially and respect the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in collecting your personal data. Your application will be automatically acknowledged, but we ask you to please refrain from personalised solicitations as we will not respond to individual enquiries and will only get back to candidates for an interview.

CMW is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of their race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, or any other dimension of diversity.

We do require candidates to have the right to work in the EU (specifically in Belgium) because work permit applications are too cumbersome and unpredictable.