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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.
• 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.

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.

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.