Rapporterare

Rapporterare is a Swedish term for a person who writes reports in professional contexts. The role encompasses preparing, compiling and presenting written documents that summarize data, findings and recommendations. Rapporterare work across sectors such as public administration, business, research and journalism, producing internal or external reports including evaluations, audits, incident reports, policy briefs, project status reports and research summaries. In Swedish usage, rapporterare denotes a report writer within organizations rather than a news journalist; journalism is typically described with the term journalist.

Typical tasks include planning the scope of a report, collecting and analyzing information from sources, organizing material, drafting text, editing for clarity and accuracy, and ensuring compliance with applicable standards and privacy rules. They may also be responsible for presenting findings to managers or stakeholders, and for coordinating with subject-matter experts, editors, or communications colleagues.

Key skills include strong writing, analytical thinking, ability to synthesize complex data into concise narratives, data literacy, attention to detail, and project management. Proficiency in statistics or research methods can help. Education often includes a bachelor’s degree in fields such as communication, journalism, public administration, social sciences, or economics; professional experience in report writing or editing is common.

Rapporterare are employed by government agencies, municipalities, healthcare providers, NGOs, research institutes, consultancies and media houses. Career paths may lead to senior report writer, policy advisor, communications manager, or editorial roles; specialization in areas such as policy analysis, program evaluation, or data visualization is common.