Arthur Wiggers

Arthur Wiggers

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Policy Officer at Global Renewables Alliance l Master of Public Policy @Hertie School l

  • Education

    • Hertie School

      2022 - 2024
      Master of Public Policy - MPP Renewable Energy Policy Graduated with highest honors

      - Holder of 5 scholarships programmes (Hendrik Muller, VSB, Fundatie van Renswoude, Hertie Foundation & A.S.C. Academy)- Comprehensive study of the European Union, covering its institutions, policies ( e.g. fit for 55) and skills.- Quantitative specialization, including causal inference, competence with R and statistical/econometric techniques.

    • Universiteit van Amsterdam

      2018 - 2022
      Bachelor of Science - BS Politieke wetenschappen (Political Science) First Class Honours

      Activities and Societies: - Student association Machiavelli: Cultural Committee ◦ Thesis: Participeren kan je leren: veldwerkonderzoek naar participatiebeleid onder Amsterdamse jongeren in ontwikkelingswijken (Cijfer: 8)◦ Tweetalig onderwijs (Nederlands en Engels)◦ Specialisatie: Publiek Beleid en Overheid

    • Sciences Po

      2021 - 2022
      (17,8/20) Cumlaude

      Activities and Societies: - Résident du Collège Néerlandais (Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris) - Bourse décernée par Erasmus + (Commission européenne) - Spécialisation en politique publique et communication politique - Résident du Collège Néerlandais (Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris)- Bourse décernée par Erasmus + (Commission européenne)- Spécialisation en politique publique et communication politique

  • Experience

    • Bagagedragers van Noord

      Dec 2020 - Jan 2021
      Co-Founder

      ◦ Founded my own social program based on the Asset-based Community Development (ABCD) principles.◦ Led a community network of over 150 active neighbors trying to lower the barrier for new citizens or help-seeking residents to connect.◦ Responsible for project management, organization of resident meetings and social media.

    • GroenLinks

      Mar 2021 - Jan 2022
      Intern Communications

      - Management of digital communication channels: social media and mails

    • Gemeente Amsterdam

      Sept 2021 - Jan 2022
      Research intern

      - Assist in organizing events, meetings and presentations.- Reporting of meetings, events and gatherings regarding participation.- Research published 'governmental participation among youngsters in Amsterdam'

    • European Sleeper

      Jan 2022 - Jul 2023
      Policy Associate

      - Conduct in-depth policy analysis and provide advocacy support to shape policies favorable to the night train industry's growth and sustainability.- Assist in developing comprehensive communication strategies and outreach initiatives to enhance public perception

    • Global Renewables Alliance

      Jun 2023 - now

      - Coordinating diplomatic engagements with key entities like IRENA, IEA, and the European Commission.- Offering strategic guidance to CEO for organizational priorities.- Renewable energy policy research and private and public stakeholders - Engage in global conferences, extracting vital climate policy insights to inform renewable energy strategies.- Aid in crafting communication materials and researching policy objectives to advance renewable energy goals.- Advocate for sustainable energy policies within the Global Renewables Alliance, driving global sustainability initiatives.

      • Policy Officer - Energy Policy and Diplomacy

        Jan 2024 - now
      • Policy Coordinator – COP28 Support

        Jun 2023 - Dec 2023
    • Ocean Energy Pathway

      Dec 2024 - now
      Academic Fellow

      - Conducting innovative research and analysis focused on advancing ocean energy solutions, with a particular emphasis on offshore wind projects.- Utilizing OEP’s resources, datasets, and expert insights to drive impactful research outcomes.- Developing a final thesis of publishable quality, designed for academic dissemination and professional presentation for OEP.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Gathering Intelligence from Open Sources in ‘Brussels’

      Oldenburg Consulting
      Jan 2023
    • Certificat d'études exceptionnel en sciences sociales et humaines

      Sciences Po
      Jan 2022
    • Strategies and Skills for Public Affairs & Lobbying

      Planpolitik
      Oct 2022
    • Media Skills

      Rundfunk Berlin-Brandenburg
    • Speaker IRENA Youth Forum

      International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
    • Diplôme d'études en langue française - B2 niveau

      France's Minister of national education Cabinet
      Jan 2022
    • Certified Leadership Program

      De Bildung Academie
      Jan 2021
    • LGBTQ+ Leadership Program 2021

      Sciences Po Executive Education
      Jan 2021
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Arthur Wiggers
      Dr. Hendrik Muller's Vaderlandsch Fonds - Mertit-Based Scholarship Dr. Hendrik Muller's Vaderlandsch Fonds Jun 2022
    • Awarded to Arthur Wiggers
      VSBfonds - Mertit-Based Scholarship VSBfonds May 2022
    • Awarded to Arthur Wiggers
      Fundatie van de Vrijvrouwe van Renswoude - Mertit-based Scholarship Fundatie van de Vrijvrouwe van Renswoude Apr 2022
    • Awarded to Arthur Wiggers
      Finalist National Championship Competitive Debating (The Netherlands) Jet-Net & TechNet Apr 2018
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Head of PR (Social Events)

      Issued by Studievereniging Machiavelli on Sept 2019
      Studievereniging MachiavelliAssociated with Arthur Wiggers
    • Community Educator

      Issued by Stichting voor Kennis en sociale Cohesie on Jan 2020
      Stichting voor Kennis en sociale CohesieAssociated with Arthur Wiggers
    • Jongeren ambassadeur

      Issued by Ambassadeurs Van Amsterdam on Jan 2020
      Ambassadeurs Van AmsterdamAssociated with Arthur Wiggers
    • Student Volunteer

      Issued by Amnesty International The Netherlands on Jan 2020
      Amnesty International The NetherlandsAssociated with Arthur Wiggers