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Vienna, Austria

Vienna, Austria

- Management of international projects with a focus on EU funding, adaption of business models and preparation of market analyses, pitch decks and marketing materials;- Consulting in the area of smart-city development, EU policy on sustainable development (Horizon Europe) and international development cooperation;- Development of an in-house accelerator program for start-ups from the DAH region and international, innovative companies (on-going);- Host of and participant… Show more - Management of international projects with a focus on EU funding, adaption of business models and preparation of market analyses, pitch decks and marketing materials;- Consulting in the area of smart-city development, EU policy on sustainable development (Horizon Europe) and international development cooperation;- Development of an in-house accelerator program for start-ups from the DAH region and international, innovative companies (on-going);- Host of and participant at panel discussions; Show less

Vienna, Austria

Triple-A is the exclusive partner of United Smart Cities (USC), a program that has been developed with the support of the United Nations Organization to support the Sustainable Development Goals (in particular Goal 9/ Innovation and Infrastructure, Goal 11/ Sustainable Cities and Communities, and Goal 17/ Partnerships for the Goals). As Head of USC it has been my responsibility to introduce the program to innovative companies and to represent USC at international conferences.More… Show more Triple-A is the exclusive partner of United Smart Cities (USC), a program that has been developed with the support of the United Nations Organization to support the Sustainable Development Goals (in particular Goal 9/ Innovation and Infrastructure, Goal 11/ Sustainable Cities and Communities, and Goal 17/ Partnerships for the Goals). As Head of USC it has been my responsibility to introduce the program to innovative companies and to represent USC at international conferences.More information about the program:http://www.unitedsmartcities.org/http://www.triple-a.ag/unitedsmartcities/ Show less

Vienna, Austria

Content co-management of the website of the Austrian EU Council Presidency (eu2018.at); liaison with spokespersons of the ministries of Austria for publication of press releases and for the online coverage of political and cultural events; engagement with the General Secretariat of the Council of the EU/Press Department; liaison with the press and media departments of the ministries of Austria for the coverage of events on social media channels; liaison with sponsoring partners.

Vienna, Austria

My assignment has been to support NEOS Members of Parliament substantially in matters relating to International Development Cooperation and Foreign Relations (Part-Time)

Vienna, Austria

Engagement with media partners and implementation of communication campaigns for SDG-7 (Sustainable Energy) within the UN network and international community. Preparation of statements, press releases, factsheets, talking points, web updates, videos, and virtual events and support in external communications.Management of SE4All’s social media and web presence. UN Level: P-2

Vienna, Austria

Establishment of SE4All HQ and ensuring a smooth transition of SE4All from a United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) project to a stand-alone United Nations/World Bank initiative: - Implementation and management of organizational rules and regulations in accordance to UN standards;- Introduction and management of administrative procedures (HR, procurement, communication & outreach, reporting, organization of high-level events); - Coordination between the… Show more Establishment of SE4All HQ and ensuring a smooth transition of SE4All from a United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) project to a stand-alone United Nations/World Bank initiative: - Implementation and management of organizational rules and regulations in accordance to UN standards;- Introduction and management of administrative procedures (HR, procurement, communication & outreach, reporting, organization of high-level events); - Coordination between the Executive Office of the UN Secretary-General & the Austrian Foreign Ministry;- Analysis of potential High-Impact-Opportunity countries for sustainable energy flagship projects;- Management of the SRSGs communication, meetings, travels;- Coordination with UN Energy partners; UN Level: P-2 Show less

Vienna, Austria

Creation of technical reports, i.e. national energy gap assessments, action agendas, and investment prospectuses, in cooperation with partners at the World Bank, regional development banks and SEforALL hubs.Preparation of country profiles, designed to provide insights into past developments in the respective national energy sector, highlighting current opportunities and constraints for investment in the energy sector. Close cooperation between regional development partners and global… Show more Creation of technical reports, i.e. national energy gap assessments, action agendas, and investment prospectuses, in cooperation with partners at the World Bank, regional development banks and SEforALL hubs.Preparation of country profiles, designed to provide insights into past developments in the respective national energy sector, highlighting current opportunities and constraints for investment in the energy sector. Close cooperation between regional development partners and global investment institutions. Show less

Vienna, Austria

At UN Energy we are fostering the development of access to sustainable energy in the developing world with the goal to accomplish sustainable energy for all (SE4All) by 2030. Our main partners come from governmental bodies (local and national), the private sector and NGOs.

Vienna, Austria

I have been working for the Secretariat of the G-77 (Vienna Chapter) for the IAEA, UNODC, UNIDO and the CTBTO. The Secretariat consisted of two professional employees. The nature of work was focused on support in the preparation of resolutions and statements and liaison with the embassies of Member States to the Vienna based UN organizations. In addition, being allocated to the Office of the Director-Genreal/ Organizational and Strategic Coordination, I have been strongly involved in the… Show more I have been working for the Secretariat of the G-77 (Vienna Chapter) for the IAEA, UNODC, UNIDO and the CTBTO. The Secretariat consisted of two professional employees. The nature of work was focused on support in the preparation of resolutions and statements and liaison with the embassies of Member States to the Vienna based UN organizations. In addition, being allocated to the Office of the Director-Genreal/ Organizational and Strategic Coordination, I have been strongly involved in the organization of numerous conferences and events such as the Vienna Energy Conference (2009), the United Nations' Chief Executive Heads Board Meeting (2010), the Vienna Energy Forum (2011) and many more. I have also been entrusted with research and drafting of brochures. Show less

Vienna, Austria

I am working at the Bureau for Organizational Strategy and Learning Strategic Planning and Coordination Group. My duties comprise research and analysis of knowledge management. In this context I am part of a project concerned with the implementation of a result-based framework within the organisation. I have furthermore been assigned to the Group of the G-77 which entailed the organisation of meetings and correspondence with Member States, thereby enabling me to gain insight into… Show more I am working at the Bureau for Organizational Strategy and Learning Strategic Planning and Coordination Group. My duties comprise research and analysis of knowledge management. In this context I am part of a project concerned with the implementation of a result-based framework within the organisation. I have furthermore been assigned to the Group of the G-77 which entailed the organisation of meetings and correspondence with Member States, thereby enabling me to gain insight into multilateral and inter-governmental issues and procedures. Show less

Bratislava, Slovakia

My duties consisted of research, the preparation of background documents and the creation of position papers relating to the activities and interventions of the Austrian Embassy in respect to the host country. I was in particular engaged with issues referring to Slovak-Austrian bilateral relations, Slovak EU positions, Slovak foreign politics, economic policies and cultural affairs. My tasks furthermore comprised the surveillance and evaluation of the press and media. During my time at the… Show more My duties consisted of research, the preparation of background documents and the creation of position papers relating to the activities and interventions of the Austrian Embassy in respect to the host country. I was in particular engaged with issues referring to Slovak-Austrian bilateral relations, Slovak EU positions, Slovak foreign politics, economic policies and cultural affairs. My tasks furthermore comprised the surveillance and evaluation of the press and media. During my time at the embassy, I also participated in multilateral and bilateral conferences, where I assisted the diplomatic staff. Show less

Vienna, Austria

My tasks entailed, besides general administrative work, the development of a customer satisfaction survey in cooperation with leading institutes for market research.

Vienna, Austria

My tasks included fundraising, creation of event materials, general marketing and meetings with professors, judges and lawyers in order to define the goals and expectations of everyone participating in the the respective event. I furthermore worked on financial plans, organized elections of ELSA Vienna participants and various lectures, held in the faculty of Law at the University of Vienna. During international meetings of ELSA I represented the Austrian delegation at International Council… Show more My tasks included fundraising, creation of event materials, general marketing and meetings with professors, judges and lawyers in order to define the goals and expectations of everyone participating in the the respective event. I furthermore worked on financial plans, organized elections of ELSA Vienna participants and various lectures, held in the faculty of Law at the University of Vienna. During international meetings of ELSA I represented the Austrian delegation at International Council Meetings (ICM) in Athens, Greece, and Budva, Montenegro, as well as at bilateral conferences and during the ELSA House Training Week. Show less

Master Of Arts - Ma, Contemporary European Studies: Politics, Policy & Society

Study: European Union decision-making processes and the European Union in the international context. Master Thesis: The International.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Contemporary European Studies: Politics, Policy & Society

Study: European Union decision-making processes and the European Union in the international context. Master Thesis: The International.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Contemporary European Studies: Politics, Policy & Society

Study: European Union decision-making processes and the European Union in the international context. Master Thesis: The International.

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), International Relations

Activities and Societies: Member at the History Society, Part-time employed as 'Student Representative for the School of Politics'

Law

Activities and Societies: Vice-President for Seminars & Conferences, ELSA Vienna Vice-President for Seminars & Conferences at the European.