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Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

• Providing administrative and programmatic support for portfolios across the department on issues related to anti-corruption; women’s economic empowerment; investment screening; and democratic governance • Contributing to the organization of meetings for the Europe & Eurasia department, regional sub teams, and external partners; Maintaining communication with field personnel, consultants, and other stakeholders to collect project updates and ensure smooth project implementation • Drafting, reviewing, and editing periodic reports, proposals, and other documents for submission to donor agencies• Monitoring and tracking payment requests, burn rates, accounting documents, field office liquidations, travel expense reports, and documents for signature in coordination with Grants and Finance teams• Coordinating domestic and international travel arrangements and logistics, including in conflict countries

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

• Supported the Western Hemisphere policy team, working on issues related to democratic governance, human rights, corruption, organized crime, migration, and mis- and dis-information• Drafted memos, talking points, and communication materials (i.e., press releases and letters) for briefings, hearings, and external events• Contributed to “The Future of U.S.-Brazil Relations” and “Countering Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking” hearings • Co-led preparations for a multi-country congressional delegation

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

• Co-coordinated working groups on Black Sea and transatlantic security • Drafted invitations and participation lists for events on digital technology innovation, the NATO strategic concept, and developments in Ukraine• Assisted in preparations for the 2022 CEPA Forum, a three day forum comprised of 61 speakers from 16 countries which focused on transatlantic cooperation and “allies at a crossroads” in light of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

Brussels, Brussels Region, Belgium

• Monitored, researched, and analyzed EU legislation concerning issues affecting U.S. businesses related to energy, environment, defense, space, and technology• Wrote scheduling decision memos and briefs for Ambassador Mark Gitenstein• Drafted a 40-page report on civil nuclear and small modular reactor (SMR) developments in Europe to provide energy market insights to U.S businesses• Served as a rapporteur for a number of U.S. Mission-led programing and interagency meetings; helped organize an event presenting the nomination of U.S. candidate for Secretary-General of the World Customs Organization, Ian Saunders

Master Of Arts - Ma, International Relations, 3.83

• Capstone Practicum: International Human Rights Law Clinic • Selected Coursework: International Crises and International Law; American.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, International Studies, 8.58 (U.S. Equivalent 4.0 Gpa), Cum Laude

• Concentration in European studies and a Minor in Global Affairs • Selected Coursework: Terrorism and Counterterrorism - Comparing Theory.