Education
University of Leicester
MA, International Security Studies 2016-01-01 - 2018-01-01HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht (Hogeschool Utrecht)
BA, Journalism 1994-01-01 - 1999-01-01Danmarks Journalisthøjskole
Honours degree, Journalism 1998-01-01 - 1998-01-01Maerlant-Lyceum
HAVO, High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates 1988-01-01 - 1991-01-01Work Experience
European External Action Service
Current
European External Action Service
Council of the European Union
2012-11-01 - 2022-02-01
Council of the European Union
CONNECT THE DOT EU
2012-07-01 - 2012-11-01
CONNECT THE DOT EU
Dow Jones
2002-06-01 - 2009-06-01
Dow Jones
Chinabiz Ltd
2001-07-01 - 2002-01-01
Chinabiz Ltd
PC Gamer
2000-12-01 - 2001-04-01
PC Gamer
Freelance Journalist
1999-01-01 - 2001-01-01
Freelance Journalist
Skills
Summary
Policy expert in migration management, specializing in refugee crises, weaponized migration. Following over ten years of international journalism experience, seven of which for a leading global financial news-wire, I moved into EU policy work in 2012. I work on the external aspects of migration in the EEAS Global Issues directorate. Core values: commitment, integrity, accountability Bachelor's degree in Journalism Master's degree in International Security studies - Academic and policy expertise in international security matters - Extensive experience in planning, preparing, and conducting complex crisis management exercises - Deep knowledge of EU crisis management practices and structures - Knowledge of EU NATO relations - Knowledge of EU GNSS security policy - Knowledge of, and experience with, structured analytical techniques - Experience in complying with info sec directives and practices - Excellent writing and briefing skills. - Ability to work successfully and smoothly under tight deadlines