Nicolai De Wulf
Ghent
Summary
Committed academic with expertise and multiple peer-reviewed publications in governance, ranging from the local level to supranational organisations. His academic career focuses on the theme of politico-administrative relations, with studies aimed at increasing our knowledge on policy integration and coordination, policy advise and political staff, and crisis management. Motivated to put this expertise into practice.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Doctoral researcher and teaching assistant
Ghent University
03.2019 - Current
- Doctoral research on politico-administrative relations in cities, with studies on policy integration and - coordination, policy advise and political staff, and crisis management. Public defense will be held in March 2025
- Presented research findings at national and international conferences, showcasing expertise and fostering professional connections
- Published multiple peer-reviewed articles, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field
- Published multiple magazine articles to foster and influence public debate on good governance
- Held a webinar instructing first-time elected politicians about the politico-administrative environment they will be operating in
- Supported the courses "Local governments", "Research methods applied in Public Governance and Management", "Introduction to Public Management', and "Policy analysis"
- Helped students explore concepts through challenging assignments and stimulating class discussions
- Mentored master students, providing guidance on study design, analysis, and interpretation of results
- Contributed to department and faculty meetings to continuously assess and improve internal practices
Scientific assistant Public Governance and Managem
Ghent University
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Educational support in subjects such as 'local government', 'scientific movements in public administration and policy science', 'qualitative research methods' and 'policy analysis'
- Scientific research on themes such as local elections, municipal mergers, innovations local governments and citizen budgets
- Guidance of students in group work and bachelor's thesis
- Contributed to department and faculty meetings to continuously assess and improve internal practices. Administrative, organizational and substantive support for Prof. Dr. Filip De Rynck
- Helped students explore concepts through challenging assignments and stimulating class discussions
- Tutored students struggling with material, improving understanding and academic performance
Consultant Migration Affairs
Cevi NV
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Supported the development of the software package for migration affairs, designed for local governments
- Monitored and implemented the legal provisions regarding migration, keeping the software up-to-date
- Providing of training to local government employees regarding the use of the software package
Intern at the Office of the Director
United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Conducted research regarding space-related themes in support the UNOOSA Office and the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space
- Actively contributed to the Office's communication strategy, drafting texts for the website and social media platforms
- Supported the review of the Office's annual report
- Supported the initial preparations for the UNISPACE conference
Trainee, policy advisor
European Committee of the Regions (EU)
02.2015 - 07.2015
- Supported a political group for a political group within the European Union's Committee of the Regions (CoR), provided substantive support on a wide range of topics
- Prepared briefings for the Plenary Sessions and Committee meetings
- Supported the political group's external communication on the website and social media
- Took on a leading role in the organisation the Y-factor conference preventing youth radicalisation
Education
Ph.D. - Public Governance And Management
Ghent University
Ghent, Belgium03.2025
Master of Science - International Relations and Diplomacy
Antwerp University
Antwerp, Belgium09.2015
Master of Science - Public Governance and Management
Ghent University
Ghent, Belgium09.2013
Bachelor of Science - Public Governance and Management
Ghent University
Ghent, Belgium07.2012
Skills
- Qualitative data analysis
- Policy advise
- Scientific Writing
- Analytical skills
- Social skills
- Time management
- Mentoring abilities
Affiliations
- Secretary of the Flemish Association for Governance and Policy
Languages
Dutch
Native
English
Fluent
French
Intermediate (B1)
Russian
Beginner (A1)
Hobbies
- Reading: (geo-)politics, history, classics of fiction
- Cooking
- Sports: indoor football, running
Timeline
Doctoral researcher and teaching assistant
Ghent University
03.2019 - Current
Scientific assistant Public Governance and Managem
Ghent University
03.2018 - 03.2019
Consultant Migration Affairs
Cevi NV
02.2017 - 02.2018
Intern at the Office of the Director
United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs
01.2016 - 06.2016
Trainee, policy advisor
European Committee of the Regions (EU)
02.2015 - 07.2015
Ph.D. - Public Governance And Management
Ghent University
Master of Science - International Relations and Diplomacy
Antwerp University
Master of Science - Public Governance and Management
Ghent University
Bachelor of Science - Public Governance and Management
Ghent University
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