NELSON LWANGA
Leuven
Summary
Motivated Junior Policy Analyst with expertise in sustainable transportation, renewable energy, and corporate responsibility. Growing experience in project management, stakeholder engagement, and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards regulatory landscape. Skilled in using tools like Ms Office tools, Excel, SPSS, GIS, and Power BI for data analysis. Committed to contributing to policy changes for sustainable energy, mobility, inclusive and interconnected systems.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EXPERT MOBILITY
Mobility Department - CITY OF GENK
08.2022 - 08.2022
- Led the 5 Team Hoppin-Genk Project planning, coordinating with a diverse network of stakeholders for the first phase of Hoppin mobility hubs in the city of Genk. Other sustainable urban mobility projects, included solar energy integration in Genk e-charging profile, Cambio shared vehicle systems, and electric charging infrastructure, emphasizing innovative, fair, and inclusive transport solutions.
- Monitored EU transport policy developments, providing detailed analysis and actionable recommendations under the Stronger Combined Project; a consortium of 13 partners from Interreg North Sea Region Programme aligning the municipal policies with EU directives on environment, transport, and public health.
- Supported cross-border collaboration through initiating active membership and participation in POLIS, a European network for transport policy innovation, increasing Genk's visibility and representation in EU-level transport discussions.
- Engaged the department with affiliates and stakeholders such as Hasselt University, industrial researchers like Energville, to advance Genk’s sustainable energy and mobility goals as a pilot testing enabler.
- Drafted policy documents and position papers, like Accountability nota, Traffic safety reports, presenting well-researched solutions for enhancing sustainable transport, while contributing to external communications that emphasized fair and inclusive mobility.
- Represented Genk at European transport policy forums and conferences, fostering collaborative relationships and advocating for sustainable urban transport policies.
- Organized and coordinated regular meetings, ensuring follow-up on critical actions and fostering teamwork within project teams to meet shared objectives.
Project Coordinator
Transportation Sciences Network (TSN) & IMOB
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Coordinated a team of 15 graduate students and 2 researchers and stakeholder activities for projects on sustainable transportation, including collaborations with institutions like City of Hasselt and IMOB to advance policies on mobility, traffic safety, and environmental sustainability.
- Drafted detailed policy documents and reports, providing analysis on projects like the Safer Roads Now (SRN) initiative funded by the Global Youth Coalition for Road Safety and Total Energies Foundation, focusing on improving walking and cycling infrastructure in Hasselt and Diepenbeek.
- Represented TSN at 4 policy forums and events in Europe, building partnerships with international organizations, NGOs, and industry leaders to advocate for fair and inclusive transportation policies in line with EU sustainability goals.
- Conducted in-depth research and data analysis on sustainable transport systems, using tools like SPSS and GIS to provide actionable insights for traffic safety behavior studies and urban mobility initiatives.
Intern - Road Safety
National Road Safety Council
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Supported the documentation process for the Kampala City traffic safety project under the Global Road Safety Partnership (GRSP).
- Performed detailed traffic safety audits and analyzed behavior studies to support traffic improvement initiatives in Kampala City.
- Maintained an efficient document management system to keep company files organized and readily available.
- Collaborated with over 8 road safety stakeholders to raise awareness of motorcycle safety under the theme 'Together for Boda-Boda Safety'.
Education
Master of Arts - Pol Science: European & International Governance
Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB)
Brussels, Belgium01-2025
Master in Transportation Sciences - Sustainable Transportation policy planning and Traffic safety
Hasselt University
Hasselt, Flanders, Belgium07.2021
Bachelor of Development studies - Energy, Environment, Urbanisation & Development
Makerere University Kampala
Kampala, Uganda01-2019
Skills
- Ms Office Tools & Project
- Microsoft Teams Toolkit
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Asana
- GIS
- SPSS and NVIVO
- Miro board
- Power Bi
- Internet UX Design
Certification
- ESG Risks and Opportunities: University of Pennsylvania
- Post-Graduate Specialization in Managerial Economics and Business Analysis | University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- EU Policy and Implementation: Making Europe Work! | Universiteit Leiden
- Google Project Management: Professional Certificate
- Renewable Energy Specialization Certificate | University of Colorado Boulder
- Global Energy and Climate Policy | University of London
- Negotiation skills: Negotiate and resolve conflict | Macquarie University
SKILLS
- Policy analysis: analyzing data & interpreting policy.
- Project Management: Teams project planning like Asana.
- Data analysis: using SPSS, GIS, and Excel for data and statistical analysis.
- Communication: developing and implementing effective campaign plans.
- Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
- Stakeholder engagement: coordinating with diverse stakeholders
- Technical writing: preparing detailed reports, briefs, and policy documents.
- Event coordination: organizing and participating in policy events, meetings, and conferences.
VOLUNTEER WORK
TEAM LEADER | VOLUNTARY SERVICES OVERSEAS (VSO) | May 2019 - August 2019
- Supported both national and international volunteers during the project and ensured compliance with VSO's safety and security policy.
- Assisted with volunteers' placements with suitable host home identification.
- Regularly communicated with VSO supervisors and effectively managed national and international volunteer welfare issues.
- Planned and coordinated weekly activities, events and social interactions in accordance with the VSO cycle targets.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Luganda
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Dutch
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Swahili
Intermediate (B1)
B1
French
Beginner
A1
Chinese (Mandarin)
Beginner
A1
Hobbies
- Fitness
- Writing
- Debate
- Reading
- Meditation
REFERENCES
- Prof. dr. Vjosa Musliu
Vjosa.musliu@vub.be
Vrije Universiteit Brussels
- Mevr. Marjan Frederix
0473791346
Marjan.Frederix@genk.be
City of Genk - Prof. dr. Elke HERMANS
+3211269141
elke.hermans@uhasselt.be
Hasselt University
Timeline
EXPERT MOBILITY
Mobility Department - CITY OF GENK
08.2022 - 08.2022
Project Coordinator
Transportation Sciences Network (TSN) & IMOB
05.2021 - 07.2022
Intern - Road Safety
National Road Safety Council
09.2020 - 03.2021
- ESG Risks and Opportunities: University of Pennsylvania
- Post-Graduate Specialization in Managerial Economics and Business Analysis | University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- EU Policy and Implementation: Making Europe Work! | Universiteit Leiden
- Google Project Management: Professional Certificate
- Renewable Energy Specialization Certificate | University of Colorado Boulder
- Global Energy and Climate Policy | University of London
- Negotiation skills: Negotiate and resolve conflict | Macquarie University
Master of Arts - Pol Science: European & International Governance
Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB)
Master in Transportation Sciences - Sustainable Transportation policy planning and Traffic safety
Hasselt University
Bachelor of Development studies - Energy, Environment, Urbanisation & Development
Makerere University Kampala
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