Jacob Brinkmann serves as Chef for Miljøsektionen at Forsvarsministeriets Ejendomsstyrelse since November 2020, with authority in environmental matters related to defense activities, properties, and land management. Previously, Jacob held the position of Funktionsleder at Bæredygtighed og Udvikling in Aalborg Kommune from October 2017 to November 2020, overseeing 45 employees and responsible for the green transition strategy for public institutions, businesses, and citizens. Earlier roles include Afdelingsleder for LandMiljø and IndustriMiljø in Aalborg Kommune, and leadership positions in various agricultural advising organizations. Jacob holds a Master of Science in Plant Sciences from Den Kgl. Veterinær- og Landbohøjskole and has undertaken various leadership training programs.