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, including as a volunteer research assistant for a UN representative, and an aspiring research analyst. Strong analytical, critical thinking and communication skills, and a desire to drive change in international policy, strategy, security and intelligence. Proven expertise in individual, teamwork and leadership roles.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Research Assistant
UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion
Oxford, UK
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted in creation of preparatory policy document for official UN mission to Hungary.
- Enhanced analytical and collaborative skills, stakeholder engagement and operationalisation in policy.
- "Martin is delightful, serious and focused": Prof. Nazila Ghanea, UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Belief or Religion, OHCHR.
Bartender & Waiter: Merivale, Sydney, Australia
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Managed bar in Sydney's business district often alone and at peak hours, with multiple responsibilities.
Shift Manager: Burger King, Matfield, UK
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Promoted to shift manager aged 19 after six months for leadership abilities and operational proficiency.
- Managed daily shift operations and staff assignments.
- Significantly reduced service times to 2-3 minutes, receiving performance bonus.
Education
Master of Science - Political Science (Major: International Relations)
University of Amsterdam
09.2024 -
MA (Scottish) - History
University of Edinburgh
09.2020 - 05.2024
GCSE/A-Level -
The Judd School
09.2012 - 05.2019
Skills
- Self-motivation, leadership and management
- Cross-cultural communication
- Analytical, research, writing skills
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving
- Languages (Working knowledge of French, German, rudimentary knowledge of Dutch)
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Accomplishments, Interests & Publications
Avid writer:
- Professional blog writing: e.g. Menas Associates
- 2018- St. John's College, University of Oxford, Classics and Ancient History essay competition: commendation.
- 2018- University of Oxford, French Film essay competition: commendation
Timeline
Master of Science - 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 & Waiter: Merivale, Sydney, Australia
11.2022 - 06.2023
MA (Scottish) - History
University of Edinburgh
09.2020 - 05.2024
Shift Manager: Burger King, Matfield, UK
07.2020 - 08.2021
GCSE/A-Level -
The Judd School
09.2012 - 05.2019
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