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Port-Of-Spain, Port Of Spain, Trinidad And Tobago

-Led a comprehensive study on international migration trends (2000-2020) and analyzed their implications for sustainable development across the Caribbean region.-Directed a study examining time-use patterns in unpaid work for women and men in the Caribbean, assessing impacts on labour and social policy frameworks.-Spearheaded labour productivity analyses for a project focused on human capital and sustainable development in the Caribbean.-Conducted in-depth macroeconomic data analysis for an analytical report profiling the statistical landscape of non-independent Caribbean territories.-Researched, analyzed data, and authored multiple studies, policy briefs, and magazine articles on statistical capacity-building and social development.-Organized and facilitated ten workshops and multilateral meetings with member state governments and key stakeholders.Provided research and technical support for various projects within the Economic Commission, contributing to regional development initiatives.Served as the regional focal point for gender-related sustainable development policies in the Caribbean.

Greifswald, Mecklenburg-West Pomerania, Germany

-Conducted research and published extensively on topics including international political economy, conflict, migration, and political transitions.-Developed statistical models to enhance research insights across these key areas.-Designed and imparted undergraduate and graduate courses in international relations, international political economy, and comparative politics, fostering a strong academic foundation for students.-Supported the Chair of International Relations and Regional Studies in research, teaching, and project initiatives.

Leipzig Area, Germany

-Supervised ten MBA and MA theses for the Berlin School of Business and Innovation as a freelance instructor (October 2020 – March 2021).-Planned and conducted semi-structured interviews on flood risk management with the voluntary fire brigade of Grimma (Saxony), serving as Saxony Case Curator for an international study on community knowledge of ecological risks led by the Centre for German and European Studies (St. Petersburg and Bielefeld Universities).-Conducted research on international political economy, migration, and autocratic stability in petrostates as a non-resident researcher at the Research Centre Global Dynamics, University of Leipzig.-Co-founded the Colloquium for Latin American Studies in Leipzig (CEL-LE) and organized three international conferences at the University of Leipzig, bringing together over 40 international scholars to discuss social, economic, and political transitions in Latin America. Led the development of an edited volume featuring 11 original contributions.-Organized and facilitated Latin American Studies colloquia at the University of Leipzig, promoting interdisciplinary dialogue on regional topics.

Leipzig Area, Germany

-Organized and managed three international job fairs, facilitating networking between over 50 companies and nearly 1,000 attendees.-Analyzed local market trends and developed strategic partnerships to support and enhance product development initiatives.-Conducted and published approximately 30 interviews with candidates for the 2019 City Council and European Parliament elections.-Coordinated a public debate with candidates from Leipzig for the 2019 Saxony state legislature election, fostering community engagement and informed dialogue.

Leipzig Area, Germany

-Developed and disseminated strategic political statements to advocate for defending and promoting press freedom across Europe.-Co-designed a comprehensive communication strategy to enhance the centre's impact and achieve key advocacy goals.-Successfully expanded the NGO's social media reach through targeted content and audience engagement strategies.-Collaborated with the advocacy officer and press team to coordinate impactful advocacy campaigns, strengthening the centre's voice on press freedom issues.

Leipzig Area, Germany

-Developed a theoretical framework and conducted empirical analysis on a complex topic in global political economy.-Managed fieldwork in the slums of Caracas to collect data for qualitative comparative analysis, ensuring accurate and nuanced insights.-Designed and taught four seminars for bachelor’s and master’s students at the Political Science Institute, covering topics such as violence in Latin America, urbanization, civil wars, political economy, and dynamics in oil-exporting countries.

Merida, Venezuela

Taught English as a Second Language extension courses to University Students.

Merida, Venezuela

Imparted the undergraduate courses of International Relations, International Relations of the Middle East and International Organizations in English to students majoring in Modern Languages.

Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.), International/Global Studies, Magna Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Recipient of 2014 DAAD Graduate School Scholarship ProgrammeDeveloped a doctoral dissertation entitled.

Ma, Political Science, Gpa: 3.8 (Out Of 4.0)

Activities and Societies: Research AssistantThesis on the Political Economy of Violence: The Case of Venezuela.

Ba, International Relations, Gpa: 3.6 (Out Of 4.0)

Activities and Societies: Sigma Iota Rho, Debate TeamHonors Track