Theodore Coonen

Political Affairs Officer , United Nations

Paris, France

Bilingual (French, English) with 10 yrs experience in United Nations peacekeeping and mediation and international development. Expertise in political analysis, advocacy, reporting and project management. Experience working in Afghanistan, Haiti, Guinea, DRC, Burundi, Nicaragua, Tanzania. Can relocate immediately.

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Area of Expertise:
  • Human Rights, Law, Migration, Conflicts, Justice
  • Infrastructure, Technology, Engineering, Science
  • Monitoring, Evaluation, Policy, Research, Analysis
  • Private Sector, Social Enterprise, Corporate Social Responsibility
Professional Experience:

10 years of experience with progressively increased responsibility in policy analysis, project management, reporting and coordination with the United Nations, international NGOs and the private sector. Most recently served as a Political Officer with the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) where I was responsible for developing dialogue and reconciliation initiatives in the provinces of Kabul and Parwan. Previously served as a Political Officer with the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH) where I was responsible for political outreach with national and international stakeholders. Extensive experience in representing the United Nations, engaging national political actors, drafting analytical reports and providing advice to mission leadership.

Education:

MA, International Relations, Graduate Institute, Geneva, Switzerland
BA, Political Science, Yale University, New Haven, CT, USA

Affiliations and Achievements:

Laureate of 2012 Fellowship Programme on Peacemaking and Preventive Diplomacy, UNITAR-IPI, Oslo, Norway.

Available for:

  • Job opportunities

Years of Experience:

5-10 years

Highest Qualification:

Masters

Languages:

English, French

Nationality:

Netherlands

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