Finn Carlson
Program Officer at World Federation of United Nations Associations (WFUNA)- Claim this Profile
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Ibrahim El-Kazaz
I have worked with Finn on multiple projects from 2016 to 2020. In 2016, in a workshop in Korea, I saw Finn inspire his students to learn creatively and have fun. By the end, his students knew more about MUN and Finn brought out the best in his students by teaching them a fun "chicken dance". These fun moments made that experience very memorable for both the students and the other staff members. In the following years, I saw Finn take over an integral role at WFUNA as the Program Associate for their Model UN Conferences, with conferences around the world and 300-1000+ attendees. Finn was able to integrate his passion for learning into his management roles by advocating for his staff at every opportunity while also expecting the best from them, and nurturing them into stronger leaders. I have also seen him come up with quick creative solutions to bring out the best in every situation. I also highly admire Finn's acute awareness of the needs of different stakeholders in every project and what solution would be most suitable to them. I am looking forward to the next time I get to work with Finn on a project.
Ibrahim El-Kazaz
I have worked with Finn on multiple projects from 2016 to 2020. In 2016, in a workshop in Korea, I saw Finn inspire his students to learn creatively and have fun. By the end, his students knew more about MUN and Finn brought out the best in his students by teaching them a fun "chicken dance". These fun moments made that experience very memorable for both the students and the other staff members. In the following years, I saw Finn take over an integral role at WFUNA as the Program Associate for their Model UN Conferences, with conferences around the world and 300-1000+ attendees. Finn was able to integrate his passion for learning into his management roles by advocating for his staff at every opportunity while also expecting the best from them, and nurturing them into stronger leaders. I have also seen him come up with quick creative solutions to bring out the best in every situation. I also highly admire Finn's acute awareness of the needs of different stakeholders in every project and what solution would be most suitable to them. I am looking forward to the next time I get to work with Finn on a project.
Ibrahim El-Kazaz
I have worked with Finn on multiple projects from 2016 to 2020. In 2016, in a workshop in Korea, I saw Finn inspire his students to learn creatively and have fun. By the end, his students knew more about MUN and Finn brought out the best in his students by teaching them a fun "chicken dance". These fun moments made that experience very memorable for both the students and the other staff members. In the following years, I saw Finn take over an integral role at WFUNA as the Program Associate for their Model UN Conferences, with conferences around the world and 300-1000+ attendees. Finn was able to integrate his passion for learning into his management roles by advocating for his staff at every opportunity while also expecting the best from them, and nurturing them into stronger leaders. I have also seen him come up with quick creative solutions to bring out the best in every situation. I also highly admire Finn's acute awareness of the needs of different stakeholders in every project and what solution would be most suitable to them. I am looking forward to the next time I get to work with Finn on a project.
Ibrahim El-Kazaz
I have worked with Finn on multiple projects from 2016 to 2020. In 2016, in a workshop in Korea, I saw Finn inspire his students to learn creatively and have fun. By the end, his students knew more about MUN and Finn brought out the best in his students by teaching them a fun "chicken dance". These fun moments made that experience very memorable for both the students and the other staff members. In the following years, I saw Finn take over an integral role at WFUNA as the Program Associate for their Model UN Conferences, with conferences around the world and 300-1000+ attendees. Finn was able to integrate his passion for learning into his management roles by advocating for his staff at every opportunity while also expecting the best from them, and nurturing them into stronger leaders. I have also seen him come up with quick creative solutions to bring out the best in every situation. I also highly admire Finn's acute awareness of the needs of different stakeholders in every project and what solution would be most suitable to them. I am looking forward to the next time I get to work with Finn on a project.
Credentials
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Introduction to Marketing
Wharton OnlineMar, 2021- Nov, 2024
Experience
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World Federation of United Nations Associations (WFUNA)
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United States
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International Affairs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Program Officer
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Apr 2021 - Present
The World Federation of United Nations Associations (WFUNA) is the world's largest civil society movement for the United Nations. Coordinating a membership of over 100 national United Nations Associations (UNAs), WFUNA works to build a better world by strengthening and improving the United Nations through the engagement of people who share a global mindset and support international cooperation–global citizens.In my current role as Program Officer at WFUNA, I work on a wide range of issues related to youth, sustainable development and education. My specific responsibilities include:• Responsible for designing and implementing a global advocacy program on the SDGs for 200 students from around the world. Overseeing the implementation of 25 SDG-centered projects around the world by providing feedback to students implementing the project and managing the program's overall communication strategy and social media presence.• Organize annual youth seminars focused on a specific SDG or theme within the SDGs. Coordinate closely with a local partner on logistics and responsible for planning all seminar content, arranging speakers, and selecting participants.• Build and maintain partnerships with key stakeholders and partners such as the World Health Organization, the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, and private sector companies.• Represent WFUNA at high-level civil society and UN meetings on Youth, Peace, and Security, such as the ECOSOC Youth Forum.• Serve as Co-chair of the Global Coalition on Youth, Peace, and Security (GCYPS) Communications Taskforce. Lead the development of the Coalition's advocacy efforts on YPS and collaborate with colleagues across the UN system and civil society to implement these advocacy efforts.• Continue all duties related to my previous role as Program Associate. Show less
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Program Associate
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Dec 2017 - Apr 2021
In my role as Program Associate at WFUNA, I worked on a wide range of topics. My specific tasks included:• In-charge of planning and execution of four award-winning global SDG-focused education conferences annually in Asia, Europe, North America, and South America with over 2000 international student participants. Managed a budget of over $750,000 per year and 50 volunteer staff per conference from around the world.• Increased attendance by 71% and profits by 490% pre-pandemic. At the onset of the pandemic, transitioned 100% of programs online, reducing costs by more than 70% while retaining key stakeholders.• Drafted reports for donors, partners, and senior management after each conference summarizing attendee demographics, operations, and conference outcomes.• Increased conference donations from $500 to $15,000 pre-pandemic.• Established and maintained partnerships with vendors, consultants, key stakeholders, and partners such as schools and universities from around the world.• Developed and implemented a new communications strategy and managed multiple Facebook and Instagram pages. Doubled followers on Instagram and significantly increased engagement and reach of posts through various social media campaigns. Show less
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Eurojust
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Netherlands
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Administration of Justice
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100 - 200 Employee
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Intern
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Mar 2016 - Aug 2016
I assisted with event management, conducted research on mutual legal assistance in the European Union, took notes during high-level meetings, and maintained regular contact with EU Member State representatives. I assisted with event management, conducted research on mutual legal assistance in the European Union, took notes during high-level meetings, and maintained regular contact with EU Member State representatives.
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United Nations
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International Affairs
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700 & Above Employee
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Intern
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Jul 2015 - Dec 2015
I assisted with event management and most notably helped conduct a global United Nations Model UN workshop by selecting participants, preparing materials, and supporting the on-site delivery of the workshop's content. Additionally, I maintained communications with partners, and conducted extensive research on UN General Assembly voting patterns, and on UN Membership growth for the UN70 Campaign. I assisted with event management and most notably helped conduct a global United Nations Model UN workshop by selecting participants, preparing materials, and supporting the on-site delivery of the workshop's content. Additionally, I maintained communications with partners, and conducted extensive research on UN General Assembly voting patterns, and on UN Membership growth for the UN70 Campaign.
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Education
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2016 - 2017
Leiden University
Master’s Degree, Political Science: International Organization -
2012 - 2015
Leiden University
Bachelor’s Degree, International Studies -
2004 - 2012
Gymnasium Rahlstedt
German Abitur, History -
2009 - 2010
Colstrip High School
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