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Martin Christopherson

Cranbrook,United Kingdom

Summary

British-Dutch MA (Scottish) History graduate, studying MSc (Pol. Sci.) at the University of Amsterdam. Academic and professional experience in international affairs and policy fields. Strong aptitude for critical thinking and excellent analytical and communication skills, and eager to apply these skills in the fields of global security, international law, intelligence and policy-making.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work history

Volunteer Research Assistant

UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion
Oxford, United Kingdom
2024.06 - 2024.07
  • Assisted in creation of preparatory policy document for official UN mission to Hungary.
  • Insight into operational dynamics of UN, enhanced analytical and collaborative skills in policymaking.
  • "Martin is delightful, serious and focused": Professor Nazila Ghanea, United Nations Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Belief or Religion, United Nations Office of the High Commissioner of Human Rights.

Bartender and Waiter

Merivale- Hotel CBD
Sydney, Australia
2022.11 - 2023.06
  • Managed bar Sydney's business district, often alone and at peak hours, with multiple responsibilities.
  • Food and drink service, waiting, operating betting room, ensuring compliance with regulations.

Shift Manager

Burger King
Matfield, United Kingdom
2020.07 - 2021.08
  • Promoted to shift manager aged 19 after six months in recognition of leadership and operational proficiency.
  • Managed daily shift operations: opening procedures, staff assignment, health and safety compliance.

Education

MSc - Political Science (Major: International Relations)

University of Amsterdam
Amsterdam
2024.09 -

MA (Scottish) - History

University of Edinburgh
2020.09 - 2024.05

GCSE/A-Level -

The Judd School
Tonbridge, Kent
2012.09 - 2019.05

Skills

  • Self-motivation
  • Leadership
  • Analytical, research, writing skills
  • Sports (county level junior rugby and cricket)
  • Languages (Working knowledge of French, German, rudimentary knowledge of Dutch)

Accomplishments

  • 2013, UK Junior Mathematical Challenge: Silver certificate.
  • 2018, St. John’s College, Oxford Classics and Ancient History essay competition: commendation.
  • 2018, University of Oxford, French Film essay competition: commendation.

Timeline

MSc - Political Science (Major: International Relations)

University of Amsterdam
2024.09 -

Volunteer Research Assistant

UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion
2024.06 - 2024.07

Bartender and Waiter

Merivale- Hotel CBD
2022.11 - 2023.06

MA (Scottish) - History

University of Edinburgh
2020.09 - 2024.05

Shift Manager

Burger King
2020.07 - 2021.08

GCSE/A-Level -

The Judd School
2012.09 - 2019.05
Martin Christopherson