Giacomo Cifelli
Summary
Dynamic and highly skilled professional with a strong organisational, communication, and time management foundation. Committed to conducting in-depth research on Russian foreign policy and its actions in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), with extensive experience collaborating with international organisations and think tanks such as NATO. Demonstrates exceptional adaptability and networking abilities, ensuring seamless collaboration across diverse teams. Dedicated to leveraging these skills to drive success and achieve career growth in dynamic environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work history
Intern
NATO - Office of the Political Adviser (POLAD)
Brunssum
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Conducting research on the drivers and dynamics of Russian foreign policy in the MENA region, with a particular focus on Libya.
- Analyzing how identity, status-seeking behaviour, and threat perceptions toward the West inform Russia's strategic posture in North Africa and beyond.
- Investigating how these factors impact regional stability and challenge NATO's influence in the Mediterranean.
Intern
Australia National University (ANU) Centre for European Studies
Canberra
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Conducted in-depth research on collaborative cybersecurity efforts between the EU, NATO, and Ukraine to counteract Russian cyber threats.
- Analyzed policy frameworks and interviewed NATO, Ukrainian and EU officials on cooperative strategies aimed at enhancing resilience against cyber-attacks, contributing insights into the evolving cyber defence landscape.
- Drafted and authored policy papers for the Centre on the EU and its member states' foreign policy.
Chair
International Relations & diplomacy committee (IRDC)
Maastricht
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Chair of a student association centred around international relations and diplomacy.
- Organizing events such as lectures held by experts in international relations and organize study trips to relevant international organizations such as the EU and NATO.
Member
Scout youth movement
Brussels
01.2009 - 01.2022
- 12 years of scouting honed my leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, enhancing my adaptability and resilience.
Education
Bachelor degree - Social Sciences and International Relations
University College Maastricht
Maastricht, Limburg 09.2022 -
Exchange semester - International Security Studies
Australia National University (ANU)
07.2024 - 11.2024
Skills
- Organization
- Communication
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Networking
Languages
Italian
Native
French
Native
English
Fluent
Arabic
Elementary
Relevant courses
- War In World Politics
- Peace and Conflict Studies
- New States of Eurasia
- American Foreign Policy
- Lifting the iron curtain
- Middle East Foreign Policy
Timeline
Intern
NATO - Office of the Political Adviser (POLAD)
01.2025 - 07.2025
Intern
Australia National University (ANU) Centre for European Studies
07.2024 - 10.2024
Exchange semester - International Security Studies
Australia National University (ANU)
07.2024 - 11.2024
Chair
International Relations & diplomacy committee (IRDC)
01.2023 - 07.2024
Bachelor degree - Social Sciences and International Relations
University College Maastricht
09.2022 -
Member
Scout youth movement
01.2009 - 01.2022
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