DG EAC, Policy Strategy & Evaluation Directorate, Country Analysis

DG EAC, Policy Strategy & Evaluation Directorate

• Conceptualised and launched a podcast channel (‘SZKÓP - Education’) dedicated to topics in education and social policy, child development and pedagogy• Discussed research findings with academics, interviewed policy analysts, researchers, civil society leaders and innovative teachers and engaged with professionals working in the education and social sector• Produced 20+ episodes, reached over 5000 listeners and 12,000+ downloads• Researched and developed topics, invited guests… Show more • Conceptualised and launched a podcast channel (‘SZKÓP - Education’) dedicated to topics in education and social policy, child development and pedagogy• Discussed research findings with academics, interviewed policy analysts, researchers, civil society leaders and innovative teachers and engaged with professionals working in the education and social sector• Produced 20+ episodes, reached over 5000 listeners and 12,000+ downloads• Researched and developed topics, invited guests, moderated discussions and done post-production work Show less

• Contributed to 2 research projects: University life in an era of disruption; What Works in Higher Education Equity Promotion: Innovative Initiatives at the Institutional Level Around the World• Conducted literature reviews, developed and validated survey instruments, prepared and tested online questionnaires, conducted interviews and co-authored two case studies on innovative post-secondary equity promotion and widening access initiatives from the Central Eastern and East Asia Region and… Show more • Contributed to 2 research projects: University life in an era of disruption; What Works in Higher Education Equity Promotion: Innovative Initiatives at the Institutional Level Around the World• Conducted literature reviews, developed and validated survey instruments, prepared and tested online questionnaires, conducted interviews and co-authored two case studies on innovative post-secondary equity promotion and widening access initiatives from the Central Eastern and East Asia Region and presented findings at a seminar at the Central European University Show less

• Lead the strategic planning of the Foundation with the aim of scaling-up the services offered by the Talent Program for students from disadvantaged backgrounds aiming to enter university• Conducted a program evaluation, consulted experts overseeing mobility schemes and interviewed former scholarship recipients to develop and tailor services to the needs of students• Organised an online career conference with 10 outstanding speakers from various disciplines for 60 high school students… Show more • Lead the strategic planning of the Foundation with the aim of scaling-up the services offered by the Talent Program for students from disadvantaged backgrounds aiming to enter university• Conducted a program evaluation, consulted experts overseeing mobility schemes and interviewed former scholarship recipients to develop and tailor services to the needs of students• Organised an online career conference with 10 outstanding speakers from various disciplines for 60 high school students from disadvantaged backgrounds from all over Hungary; matched students with young professionals and launched a mentoring program• Oversaw outreach activities, liaised with school principals, donors and partner organisations, created an outreach database• Developed and disseminated content on social media platforms Show less

• Designed and delivered a regional research project on the potential added value of Terre des hommes (Tdh) in the area of alternatives to detention of third-country national children in the South and Central Eastern European Region• Coordinated an international team of 4, led negotiations with the client; arranged and coordinated meetings with stakeholders• Mapped internal capacities, intra- and inter-organisational interests, local needs and existing services delivered by the state… Show more • Designed and delivered a regional research project on the potential added value of Terre des hommes (Tdh) in the area of alternatives to detention of third-country national children in the South and Central Eastern European Region• Coordinated an international team of 4, led negotiations with the client; arranged and coordinated meetings with stakeholders• Mapped internal capacities, intra- and inter-organisational interests, local needs and existing services delivered by the state and non-state actors; identified gaps and opportunities for service delivery • Researched the legal and policy frameworks of the target countries and evaluated their practices related to reception, detention, alternatives to detention and integration of third-country national children• Conducted 15 semi-stuctured interviews with global, regional and local stakeholders in the field of migration; synthesized, analysed, and evaluated data• Presented recommendations and delivered a written report for the client Show less

• Managed the “Child Friendly Space” – delivered English classes and creative activities for 15 migrant and refugee children on a daily basis• Led IT classes and CV clinic in the Livelihoods program for youth • Mapped employment opportunities for refugees; identified potential partner organizations and companies with CSR potential

• Designed and delivered a research project on the portrayal of migration and multiculturalism in the Hungarian school curricula at all levels of education, from primary school level to teachers’ training• Coordinated a team of 3, conducted field research and evaluated refugee-related educational projects of civil society organizations working in the field of migration in Hungary• Conducted and analysed 8 in depth interviews with inter-governmental organisations, education scholars… Show more • Designed and delivered a research project on the portrayal of migration and multiculturalism in the Hungarian school curricula at all levels of education, from primary school level to teachers’ training• Coordinated a team of 3, conducted field research and evaluated refugee-related educational projects of civil society organizations working in the field of migration in Hungary• Conducted and analysed 8 in depth interviews with inter-governmental organisations, education scholars, education policy experts and civil society organisations Show less

• Visited schools on a daily basis, delivered hundreds of interactive classes for over 1500 youngsters (6-18 years old) on human rights related topics such as migration, rule of law, hate crimes and active citizenship• Conducted interviews with outstanding teachers and published articles on Amnesty's website• Represented the organization at the Youth Summit of Amnesty International in Nairobi, Kenya