Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
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PROJECT & PROGRAMME COORDINATION
CHANGE, PEOPLE & COMMUNICATION
PANELIST & SPEAKER ENGAGEMENTS
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Ana Opre

Copenhagen,Denmark

Summary

Master's student with international experience in strategy, project coordination, and organizational initiatives across public institutions and global organizations. I have supported complex projects involving consultancy, research-based analysis, and the preparation of client-facing materials for stakeholders from institutions such as the Ministry of Education in Romania, the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, UNESCO institutes, or the European Commission. I am particularly interested in work transformation and consultancy and I enjoy translating complex challenges into actionable solutions.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work history

SECRETARY GENERAL

Young European Leadership (YEL)
Brussels, Belgium
09.2021 - 12.2025

• Oversaw planning and internal coordination across teams and projects

• Supported organizational development and alignment between initiatives and long-term objectives

• Facilitated effective collaboration among members and external stakeholders.

Educational Policy Advisor

Ministry of Education
, Romania
07.2025 - 12.2025

• Conducted research to support policy reforms

• Worked on the development of recommendations on the topics of: improving adaptability and resilience towards challenges of Artificial Intelligence and higher education admission processes.

Academic Consultant

Ministry of Foreign Affairs
, Netherlands
02.2025 - 05.2025

· Collaborated on the writing of a consultancy report providing research-based recommendations and policy measures for the MFA of The Netherlands

· Engaged with MFA representatives and conducted a presentation to highlight key results of the team’s findings

Advocacy Officer

Young European Leadership (YEL)
, Belgium
09.2024 - 11.2024

• Engaged with various stakeholders (ex. MEPs, representatives of DG Trade and DG Clima, etc.) to discuss youth-inclusive policy reforms.

• Ensured long-term engagement to allow for clear results of the advocacy work

Education

Master of Science - Global Development

Kobenhavns Universitet
Copenhagen, Denmark
09/2025 -

Bachelor of Arts - International Studies

Leiden University
09/2022 - 08/2025

Exchange semester - International Relations

Sciences-Po Grenoble
France
09/2024 - 01/2025

Skills

  • Stakeholder management
  • Project coordination & support
  • Research & analysis
  • Report writing
  • Structured problem-solving
  • Adaptability in complex environments
  • Prioritization & Time management

Languages

Romanian
Native
English
Proficient (C2)
German
Upper intermediate (B2)
French
Upper intermediate
Spanish
Intermediate

Accomplishments

    SWISS TRADE Student Private scholarship based on continuous academic performance 2022 – 2025

    Excellence Diploma and Scholarship for graduating with a Perfect Score in the Baccalaureate exam – 2022

    Scholarship for Online Academic Study, University of Cambridge & Oxford – Jan-April 2021

PROJECT & PROGRAMME COORDINATION

Internship UNESCO Institute Romania| 11/2024 - 01/2025, Romania

•  Contributed to the development of the "Women and Leadership" project, critically challenging traditional gender discourse.

•  Authored a comprehensive report outlining actionable strategies for the UNESCO Institute to enhance its engagement in gender-focused initiatives.


Head Delegate & Side Event Coordinator Paris Peace Forum| 10/2024 - 11/2025, France

•  Took part in the last two editions of one of France’s biggest international forums as a side-event coordinator and head-delegate

•  Managed onboarding, logistics, meeting coordination, and ensured smooth participation before and during the Forum. Coordinated a side event focused on youth participation in global governance.


Report Co-Writer, UNESCO MGIEP| 06/2024 - 07/2024

•  Co-authored policy-oriented reports focused on Social Emotional Learning Programs(SEL) that address climate concerns among youth https://shorturl.at/0Qjlm 

•  Contributed research, drafting, and synthesis of recommendations in collaboration with international experts.


Logistics Coordinator Europe Direct Conference| 02/2024, Romania

•  Oversaw venue bookings, layout arrangements, and equipment procurement.

•  Supervised and facilitated workshops.


Internship Representation of the European Commission| 01/2024 - 02/2024, Romania

•  Drafted reports on key European political issues (ex. Romania's entry in the Schengen area, The "Next Generation EU" stimulus package, etc.)

•  Assisted in the organization of meetings and conferences (ex. The Belgian Presidency of the European Council, Europe Direct Conference, etc)



CHANGE, PEOPLE & COMMUNICATION

Delegate & Speaker MISK Global Forum (Policy Board)| 10/2025 - 12/2025, Saudi Arabia

•  Contributed to the development of policy recommendations report focused on enhancing youth participation in the labor market and strengthening resilience during digital and green transitions. https://shorturl.at/No93B


Board Member European Youth International (International branch of JEF Denmark)| 10/2025 - current, Denmark

•  Coordinated and facilitated events in Copenhagen bringing together EU stakeholders, policymakers, and youth to discuss European challenges, integration, and future policy directions.


European Union Youth Delegate G20 Brazil for the Innovation & Future of Work Track| 04/2024 - 11/2025, Brazil and EU

•  Represented youth perspectives in negotiations within the G20 process, contributing to the Y20 policy discussions on innovation, labor markets, and the future of work.

PANELIST & SPEAKER ENGAGEMENTS

Speaker EUth Expansion| 11/2025, Denmark

  • Invited as a speaker for an expert roundtable event organized by ActionAid, DUF and DIPD at the Danish Parliament on European Union enlargement
  • Contributed to an in-depth conversation on challenges and opportunities for youth democracy work in the EU enlargement region


Speaker at the Climate Change Summit| 10/2024, Romania

•  Delivered interventions on youth climate engagement, education policy innovation and SEL programs


Panelist Speaker at the Open Futures Forum Roundtable Discussion| 08/2024, Brazil 

•  Reflected on personal experiences and broader trends to suggest practical improvements for gender equity in leadership (ex. fostering collaboration and  support, creating more spaces for dialogue, gender-sensitive educational reform, etc)

•  Worked with industry and academic experts to identify solutions for advancing gender equity.


Panelist Speaker UNESCO MGIEP TAGe Event| 06/2024, Brazil

•  Invited as a speaker based on reputational activity to discuss the interplay between Education and SEL (social emotional learning) programs in tackling climate anxiety.

Timeline

Educational Policy Advisor

Ministry of Education
07.2025 - 12.2025

Academic Consultant

Ministry of Foreign Affairs
02.2025 - 05.2025

Advocacy Officer

Young European Leadership (YEL)
09.2024 - 11.2024

SECRETARY GENERAL

Young European Leadership (YEL)
09.2021 - 12.2025

Master of Science - Global Development

Kobenhavns Universitet
09/2025 -

Bachelor of Arts - International Studies

Leiden University
09/2022 - 08/2025

Exchange semester - International Relations

Sciences-Po Grenoble
09/2024 - 01/2025
Ana Opre