Patrick Ferrity

Experience

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  Euronews

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2014

  Web & Media Intern

  • Personally responsible for detailing and updating all top news stories and publishing them on all social media platforms of Euronews, including Facebook, VK, Twitter, Vine and Google +.• I was given the opportunity to write freelance for the website, successfully publishing 3 articles.• I wrote a blog for the European Commissioned funded project, Generation Y, which targets the young generation of European citizens.

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  European Parliament

  Jan 2015 - Feb 2016

  Trainee for the Directorate General for Communications

  As part of the Robert Schuman traineeship (25,000 annually apply with 600 selected), I gained real insight into the workings of the European Parliament and invaluable experience in an international communications role. I monitored daily press coverage of the European Parliament in the national media. I assisted in the administrative procedures for journalists at the monthly plenary sessions in Strasbourg. I prepared regular newsletters on plenary sessions and Irish Parliament debates on European affairs. I assisted in monitoring domestic political and economic developments, contributing to our office's political reporting. I assisted in implementing European Parliament events in Ireland, such as the Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought. Meno dettagli

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  Equality Commission for Northern Ireland

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2015

  Legal Intern

  • Collaborated with solicitors in collating documents and statistics for court hearings and accompanied barristers during client consultations.• Involved in a Legal Funding Committee when deciding which cases the ECNI will fund.

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  Merchants Quay Ireland

  Feb 2016 - Jan 2018

  Donor Relations & Communications Officer

  - Designed creative fundraising strategies, including direct mail and digital fundraising, to increase revenues. Our small team raised €3,87 million in 2017.- Supervised a 3-person team for revenue processing and customer relationship management (CRM) reporting (over 1,500 monthly donations) to validate revenue benchmarks (€250,000).- Cultivated and consolidated over 100 essential corporate and community partnerships (personally raised over €100,000 from these sources). - Mobilised between 10 and 20 volunteer groups for frontline food service and clothing bank, adhering to strict government regulations. Meno dettagli

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  Erasmus Mundus Programme

  Jan 2018 - Jan 2020

  Scholar

  - The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree in International Development Studies (GLODEP) is a two-year multidisciplinary master's program in development studies, with an economic grounding and policy perspective. - GLODEP has a fixed structure: first semester at Palacky University (Olomouc, Czech Republic), second semester at the University Clermont Auvergne (Clermont-Ferrand, France) and a third semester at the University of Pavia (Pavia, Italy). - The fourth semester is dedicated to an internship or research stay, preferably with one of the fourteen associated partners of the consortium (see Academic Associates and Non-Academic Associates); and to thesis writing. Meno dettagli

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  VSO

  Feb 2018 - Jan 2018

  Community Development Specialist

  In collaboration with Moroto District Education Office in Uganda, I help build the capacity of local government and schools to create an inclusive education environment where children, especially girls, can attend, stay in school longer and receive quality education:• In collaboration with the Community Development Office, I support the district planning process to ensure community mobilization and education promotion is conducted at sub-county and district level. I facilitate community consultations to ensure community dialogue on issues related to marginalized children in the district.• Strengthen local council and village support systems in order to resolve conflict situations for marginalized children. This includes training and mentoring local leaders, family courts and children’s courts, as well as strengthening the sub-county capacity to undertake conflict resolution procedures in accordance with their respective mandates.• Strengthen the capacities of school management committees, parent-teacher associations, local community-based organisations and sub-county offices to provide and support inclusive practices through community and school awareness/education at the grassroots level, ensuring they have the capacity to refer legal cases for further management through right channels provided for nationally.• Plan and organize outreach support services for children in the community, especially in relation to barriers to daily attendance of school and low completion rates of children from school as a result of individual, family or community conflict Meno dettagli

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  Université Hassan II Aïn Chock de Casablanca

  Jan 2020 - Jan 2020

  Econometric Research Analyst

  - Spearheaded a 6-month project gathering raw data for constructing quantitative econometric research on micro‑finance institutions across ten Middle East and North African countries.-Analysed and strengthened the ability of 50 micro‑finance institutions (all with over 60,000 borrowers) to comply with financial controls and regulations.- Evaluated long‑term budgeting and devised financial sustainability strategies using unique performance‑based targets regarding outreach to people below the poverty line.- Coordinated project management to advocate for improved financial outreach, encouraging project benchmarks that maximised recruitment of beneficiaries below the poverty line. Meno dettagli

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  VH Magazine

  Jan 2020 - Jan 2021

  Journalist

  - Oversaw rejuvenated content generation, reporting on lifestyle news stories across diverse multimedia (audio, photographic, video, print), expanding readership to over 25,000.- Mastered concise drafting and editing skills through reviewing hundreds of articles each month, increasing our journalistic freelance base by 10%.- Ensured attention to detail for web platforms and content, ensuring all publications followed a clear communication style with impeccable grammar.

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  Primera HFC

  Jan 2021 - Jan 2021

  Community Teaching Fellow

  - Designed and implemented daily lesson planning for 2 large public schools with 5 co-teachers through close teamwork, clear communication, and unlimited support.- Launched 3 engaging social service and environmental courses, employing innovative pedagogical methods for 200 students and doubling the number of multi-cultural exchanges.- Delivered comprehensive monthly reports on monitoring and evaluation techniques, particularly process tracing, ensuring transparent results and a legitimate body of evidence. Meno dettagli

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  The Bureau of Investigative Journalism

  Jan 2021 - Nov 2021

  Freelance Court Reporter

  - Collaborated with a nationwide 30-person team, conducting an unprecedented analysis of 550 possession courts to evaluate the effect of the pandemic on housing.- Investigated five times the average number of cases and covered 6 courts across London. Tirelessly arranged countless follow-up interviews with legal stakeholders.- Instituted the highest standards of fact-checking in data entry of 115 cases, using Excel for rigorous data analysis to produce investigation toplines.

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  Liceo Pino Verde

  Jan 2022 - Jan 2023

  - Boosted student achievement by 15% in IB Economics HL/SL scores through targeted curriculum enhancements, data-driven instruction, and personalized support—maintaining an average score of 5.8+ (out of 7) across cohorts.- Mentored students to achieve a 90%+ pass rate in Economics IAs and supervised 5+ Extended Essays annually, with 30% earning top marks (Grade A) in the EE component.- Led 5+ professional development workshops per year, resulting in a 20% increase in teacher confidence (based on staff feedback surveys) and supported the expansion of the Economics department by 25% due to rising student enrollment. Meno dettagli - Prepared and delivered an adaptable IB curriculum in mathematics and French to over 150 middle years students under time-pressure constraints.- Pioneered a five-person committee to improve pastoral support capacity for 50 struggling students. Conceived empathetic welfare policies whilst championing communicative-based classroom instruction.- Created several innovative, inquiry-based assessments covering the four IB objectives. Evaluated student progress to maximise learning and address knowledge gaps. Meno dettagli

  • Deputy Head of Economics - International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma

    Jan 2022 - Jan 2023

  • Mathematics & French Teacher (MYP)/Economics Teacher (IB Diploma)

    Jan 2022 - Jan 2023
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  Teach First

  Jan 2023 - Jan 2024

  Mathematics & Economics Trainee Teacher

  - Employed differentiated instruction techniques, nearing the goal of elevating one grade level for 70% of students, empowering diverse learners to excel at A-level economics.- Orchestrated dynamic mathematics lessons, resulting in a 40% average advancement to higher sets based on academic performance within my classes.- Designed innovative curriculum resources, integrating real-world economic applications to promote academic excellence and bridge educational attainment gaps.

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  Tu Teacher Online

  Jan 2023 - Jan 2023

  Online Tutor - Business English

  - Enhanced communication skills for over five global enterprises, such as Hyundai and Siemens, through interactive and effective language training.- Customized lesson plans to cater to specific language requirements of the corporate world, resulting in a 30% average improvement in English proficiency assessments.- Integrated real-world business scenarios and case studies to enable students' measurable success, leading to a 75% increase in job promotions and career advancements.

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  City of London Academies Trust

  Jan 2023 - now

  Mathematics (Secondary) & Economics Teacher (Advanced Level)

  - Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to support a diverse student body, achieving the goal of elevating one grade level for 70% of students, including those from disadvantaged backgrounds, with over 40% on free school meals.- Delivered engaging mathematics lessons, resulting in a 40% average advancement to higher sets based on academic performance, while providing tailored support for students with special educational needs.- Developed innovative curriculum resources that integrate real-world economic applications, addressing social inequality and promoting academic excellence to bridge educational attainment gaps. Meno dettagli

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  Gobernación del Valle del Cauca

  Feb 2023 - Apr 2023

  Bilingual Academic Agent

  - Empowered Colombian public school students across the region to enhance their English communication skills by guiding 200+ teachers through pedagogical support.- Customized and delivered ten inquiry-based training programs to academic institutions, improving student satisfaction ratings by 35% and linguistic performance outcomes by 28%.- Achieved a 20% increase in training program participation rates by utilizing culturally inclusive teaching methods and online learning platforms to enhance accessibility and effectiveness. Meno dettagli

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  We Are In Beta

  Jan 2024 - Jan 2024

  School Policy and Practice Researcher

  - Conducted in-depth analysis of national datasets to identify successful Academy Trust Partnerships and effective school mobile phone policies, informing strategies for 18,000+ educators.- Built and managed databases to evaluate and compare Trust Partnership structures and mobile phone policies, creating exemplar models to save 2,500+ schools significant time.- Utilized SEO, AI, and database tools to synthesize research findings, shaping We Are In Beta’s content strategy and driving large-scale improvements in school policy practices. Meno dettagli