Olivia Du'Fell

Olivia Du'Fell

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Policy Officer Maritime Security

  • Education

    • Stella Maris College Meerssen

      2013 - 2019
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    • Leiden University

      2022 - 2023
      Honours Leiden Leadership Programme

      Activities and Societies: Healthy Living & Wellbeing; Business Leadership ; Adaptive Leadership I participated in an exclusive and interdisciplinary programme that aimed to develop business and leadership skills among master students from Leiden University, Erasmus University of Rotterdam and Technical University Delft. Only 0.5% of the initially eligible students successfully graduated from this programme, which involved theoretical lectures, practical and personal skills trainings, and professional consulting work for real clients. As part of the programme, I led a team of students to… Show more I participated in an exclusive and interdisciplinary programme that aimed to develop business and leadership skills among master students from Leiden University, Erasmus University of Rotterdam and Technical University Delft. Only 0.5% of the initially eligible students successfully graduated from this programme, which involved theoretical lectures, practical and personal skills trainings, and professional consulting work for real clients. As part of the programme, I led a team of students to design and implement a long-term project to prevent and address Elder Abuse in the Netherlands, in collaboration with the national authorities and stakeholders.The format of the LLP applies a practical approach to the theoretical knowledge acquired. Show less

    • Universiteit Leiden

      2019 - 2023
      Bachelor's degree International Studies 7.42

      Activities and Societies: Quintus Leiden ESN The Hague Specialisation in East-Asia politics, history, economic, culture and language.Taken Mandarin up to Intermediate level.

    • Leiden University

      2022 - 2024
      Master's degree Crisis & Security Management

      Specialised in National Securty & Intelligence.Although coursework and requirements were completed in June 2023, official graduation was in August 2024 due to my internship at the Netherlands Embassy in Singapore, that required me to remain registered at Leiden University.

  • Experience

    • ESN The Hague

      Jun 2020 - Sept 2022

      - Provided visionary leadership and strategic direction to ESN the Hague, a student-led organization dedicated to supporting international students and promoting intercultural understanding.- Oversaw the overall functioning of ESN the Hague, collaborating with executive board members, volunteers, and stakeholders to achieve organizational goals.- Developed and implemented long-term strategies, goals, and action plans in alignment with ESN's mission and values.- Coordinated and supervised the activities of the executive board, fostering effective teamwork and collaboration.- Assisted the Board (Head of Events) with planning, implementing, and evaluating various events, projects, and initiatives to enhance the international student experience.- Established and maintained strong relationships with universities, student organizations, local authorities, and businesses, advocating for the interests of international students.- Recruited, trained, and motivated a diverse team of volunteers, fostering a sense of community and teamwork.Key Skills and Qualifications:- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with diverse stakeholders.- Proactive and organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.- Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.- Familiarity with the international student community and the challenges they face. Show less - Served as the Vice President & Secretary of ESN the Hague, actively contributing to the organization's mission of supporting international students and fostering intercultural understanding.- Collaborated closely with the President and other executive board members to ensure smooth operation and effective decision-making within the organization.- Assisted the President in providing leadership, strategic planning, and overall management of ESN the Hague.- Managed and maintained comprehensive records of the organization's activities, including meeting minutes, agendas, and other important documents.- Coordinated internal and external communications, including email correspondence, newsletters, and social media platforms.- Acted as a liaison between ESN the Hague and relevant stakeholders, such as universities, student organizations, and local authorities.- Assisted in organizing and executing events, projects, and initiatives to enhance the international student experience.- Supported volunteer recruitment, training, and engagement initiatives within the organization.Key Skills and Qualifications:- Strong organizational and administrative skills, with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective internal and external correspondence.- Ability to collaborate and work closely with team members to achieve common goals.- Proficient in record keeping, document management, and maintaining organizational records.- Familiarity with event planning, project coordination, and executing initiatives. Show less

      • President

        Jun 2021 - Sept 2022
      • Vice President & Secretary

        Jun 2020 - Sept 2021
    • Zalando SE

      Oct 2020 - Mar 2021
      Customer Care Representative
    • BLG Wonen

      Nov 2021 - May 2022
      Medewerker SC Hypotheken Backoffice BLG Wonen
    • World Trade Organization

      Jan 2022 - Jun 2022
      Academic Consultant

      ◦ Analysis of the organization's current stakeholder engagement practices◦ Policy recommendation to improve the inclusiveness and effectiveness of stakeholder engagement

    • Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Singapore

      Oct 2023 - Mar 2024
      Communications and Politics
    • Ministerie van Infrastructuur en Waterstaat

      Aug 2024 - now
      Policy Officer Maritime Security
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • International Law of Cyber Operations

      University of Reading
      Nov 2023