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
06.2024 - 07.2024
- 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
11.2022 - 06.2023
- 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
07.2020 - 08.2021
- 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 09.2024 -
MA (Scottish) - History
University of Edinburgh
09.2020 - 05.2024
GCSE/A-Level -
The Judd School
Tonbridge, Kent 09.2012 - 05.2019
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
09.2024 -
Volunteer Research Assistant
UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion
06.2024 - 07.2024
Bartender and Waiter
Merivale- Hotel CBD
11.2022 - 06.2023
MA (Scottish) - History
University of Edinburgh
09.2020 - 05.2024
Shift Manager
Burger King
07.2020 - 08.2021
GCSE/A-Level -
The Judd School
09.2012 - 05.2019
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