Jessica Petersen
Copenhagen
Summary
I am Jessica Derconteé (she/her) - a young professional, researcher, advocate and board member - committed to working towards a future of thriving and planetary wellbeing. I am a dedicated, empathic and ambitious person who aspires for meaningful results.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
In Futurum
10.2023 - Current
- Responsible for the company's coordination and management under the social and climate justice initiatives.
- My daily work consists of: Project management, Fundraising and financial control, project and research development, advisory and facilitation, networking and partnerships.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
International Project Lead (volunteer)
Danske Studerendes Fællesråd
11.2020 - Current
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Management of international youth organization partnerships between Denmark, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Kenya.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
Equity & Justice Coordinator
In futurum
03.2023 - 11.2023
- In charge of project creation, funds applications, budgetting, concept notes, as well as creation of written content and presentations on change-making for social justice and inclusive practices
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Event mangement, dissemination and facilitation of safe spaces during event settings, as well as coordination of actors
Climate and Resilience Intern
Royal Danish Embassy in Kenya
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Issues related to climate change, climate finance, climate-smart innovation, water-resource management, agri-business and community-driven development.
- Have contributed to climate diplomacy events and campaigns of the embassy, the oversight and financial managements of their development engagements, as well as internal greening of the embassy.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
Research assistant
In futurum
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Company Overview: Danish advisory and change-making agency working in the nexus of holistic sustainability and social justice
- Lead on a research project exploring diversity and inclusion in the Danish lifestyle industries.
- Facilitation and workshop planning on critical sustainability and social justice.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Coordinated and managed laboratory projects and experiments.
- Communication with industry stakeholders and organisations.
International project coordinator (volunteer)
Danish Refugee Council Youth
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Responded to requests for information on materials to inquiring parties.
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
- Established rapport and engaged with stakeholders to build lasting professional relationships.
Education
Master of Science - International public Administration and Politics
Roskilde University
Roskilde, Denmark09.2023
Bachelor of Social Science - International studies
Roskilde university
Roskilde, Denmark06.2021
Skills
- Advisory and facilitation
- Interdisciplinary research methodologies
- Impact assessment
- Project administration
- Sustainability
- Critical reflexivity
- Project management and development
- Root-cause analysis
- Stakeholder engagement
- Risk management
- Budget development and adherence
- Expertise in human rights, international development and politics, climate governance and sustainability
- Advocacy and communication
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Danish
Proficient
C2
Creoles and pidgins, English-based
Advanced
C1
Certification
- Climate Justice Course, 11/2020
- International Project and Financial Management, 05/2022
- Organising and Facilitation, 05/2020
Timeline
Project Manager
In Futurum
10.2023 - Current
Equity & Justice Coordinator
In futurum
03.2023 - 11.2023
Climate and Resilience Intern
Royal Danish Embassy in Kenya
08.2022 - 01.2023
Research assistant
In futurum
08.2021 - 06.2022
International Project Lead (volunteer)
Danske Studerendes Fællesråd
11.2020 - Current
International project coordinator (volunteer)
Danish Refugee Council Youth
08.2020 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Social Science - International studies
Roskilde university
Master of Science - International public Administration and Politics
Roskilde University
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