Sebastiaan Verkade Email & Phone Number

Utrecht Area, Netherlands

As project manager I am responsible for managing several projects aiming for awareness, stakeholder activation and reduction of sea waste. Main programs are:1. Boskalis Beach Cleanup Tour; with over 2000 volunteers we cleanup the entire Dutch North Sea coast in the first two weeks of August, creating public awareness, cleanup and work on public affairs2. Measure debris for a clean North Sea: thousands of volunteers measure beach waste biyearly, generating data to support policymaking to reduce the amount of waste in the North Sea and our beaches.Core tasks:• Development and implementing strategically future-proof projects and programs• Acquisition & fundraising, approximately €400,000 annually• Stakeholder engagement and activation with public, businesses and policymakers• Awareness by amongst other annually media value of around 1 million euros• Engaging in sustainable partnerships for our mission• Lead, coach and guide teamThe North Sea Foundation / Stichting de Noordzee is an environmental non-governmental organisation (NGO) advocating the protection and sustainable use of the North Sea marine ecosystem. The goal is a clean, healthy sea and a well-functioning ecosystem. Its activities are focused on clean seas and beaches, clean shipping, sustainable fisheries, eco-friendly sustainable energy and marine protected areas.

Utrecht

Part time event manager for the yearly Boskalis Beach Cleanup Tour by the North Sea Foundation. During this Tour 2748 volunteers cleaned up the entire Dutch North Sea Coast in 15 days.Core Tasks:• organization of all stakeholder events within the Tour• general event management; planning and logistics• liaison with municipalities

Utrecht, The Netherlands

Development of strategic plan for new wildlife rehabilitation center in the DRC. Advice on fundraising, political buy-in and financial policy.

Freetown, Sierra Leone

Program managing Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary. Within this position responsible for marketing and communication aspects of the sanctuary. Goal is to establish a 100% financial sustainable sanctuary with well running eco-tourism facilities combined with clear educational and conservation messages that reflect the core work of Tacugama: chimpanzee care, conservation and habitat protection.Core-takss:• General management of the sanctuary including tourist facilities• Lead, coach and guide team• Relationship management, networking, fundraising, reporting• Internal and external communication, public educationResults: involvement and support of local politics and community, increased visitor numbers and improved financial stability.

Lwiro, South-Kivu, Drc

Deployed by the Jane Goodall Institute Global on-site (march-august 2016). During a few months on site to support the local management and offer advice . Organizational analysis and reporting. Stakeholder analysis and engaging in network.Core tasks:• Develop strategies to improve financial sustainability• Assist and train program manager in managerial skills• Train staff in animal behaviour and welfare improvement• Advice on handling protocols and increase security• Identify risks and reporting

Utrecht Area, Netherlands

I have assessed some organisational processes within the organisation as a whole and specific events and advised on improvements. This resulted in an internal report. Besides this I have acted as part time communication officer for the communication and education department.

Nelspruit Area, South Africa

As interim manager for the Jane Goodall Institute Global, South Africa I have assessed the situation of Chimp Eden, a chimpanzee sanctuary from JGI- South Africa, and advised accordingly. I performed daily management on (online) communication, marketing, education and operations. Together with the General Manager I developed short-, mid- and long term strategies on several aspects and assured implementation.This resulted in improved safety of both visitors and chimpanzees, increased income (up to 100% monthly), increased visitor numbers, establishment of relations with (local) entrepreneurs and 30.000 extra facebook followers.

Kasungu, Malawi

As primate ecology researcher I researched and monitored a group of 30 yellow baboons and 25 vervet monkeys which we released in National Park Kasungu, Malawi, as part of the release program by the Lilongwe Wildlife Trust. Research consists of habitat assessment, habitat use by the baboons and vervet monkeys and general behavioural studies. Another major part of the work is general management of the project and communication with local authorities and government.Core tasks:• Project management.• Lead of local team and master students• Analysis, reporting and advice for future release programsResult: one of the most successful primate releases ever in Africa. Blueprint for future policy regarding the release of animals.CNN has made a 2 part documentary about the Lilongwe Wildlife Centre, the part shown here is about our research work in the bush.

Utrecht, Netherlands

Within the communication department I was responsible for development and strategy of social media and website communication. I managed projects and produced events. This included fundraising, marketing and promotion of the 30-year anniversary of the North Sea Foundation. I assigned and did oversee the development of an educational application for Iphone and Android. Increasing educational outreach.

Wageningen, The Netherlands

During a two month period I organised and produced a series of events and debates. I also managed a joined effort of several organisations in building a national website. I managed to do this in 2 months being responsible for communication between the organisations and the design and content of the website.

Wageningen, The Netherlands

Editor for magazines 'Streek', 'Boomblad' (popular science), 'Landwerk' and diverse folders, leaflets, brochures, digital newsletters.Webmaster for Netwerk Platteland, content and implementation of interactive maps and forum. Web-editor diverse websites. Event manager and producer for 5 debates.

Utrecht, Netherlands

Involved in communication productions involving biology and nature.Core tasks:- Volunteer recruitment and training for NGO- production of educational material- event production Results: Organized and produced final closure event of information centre Ministry I&E (2000 visitors) and other smaller events. Development of educational materials for high school children.Text and content for education center for NP Oosterschelde. Structura and trained ovlunteer base for NGO

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Studied the effects of nitrogen deposition and mycorrizhal arbuscular fungi (AMF) and the combination of these on dune grasslands. Under supervision of Dr. Ir. M van der Heijden.