Kingdom of the Netherlands in BrazilProject Manager for Trade Facilitation and Customs Affairs
Dec. 2016 - Jun. 2023Brasília e Região, BrasilAs a trade policy expert, I facilitated trade between Brazil and the Netherlands, emphasizing customs cooperation and trade promotion. I managed key relationships with Brazilian government officials, Dutch Customs, Rotterdam Port Authority, and Schiphol Airport. Led technical visits to major Brazilian ports and airports, I fostered collaboration and gained in-depth operational knowledge. Collaborating closely with intelligence and data science specialists from Dutch and Brazilian Customs, I facilitated information exchange and co-authored a Customs operational cooperation Memorandum of Understanding in 2019. I provided tax advice, saving Dutch companies significant amounts, and coordinated high-level corporate events. Orchestrating logistics for over 35 bilateral missions, I ensured efficient communication and enhanced cross-border security. My work also included diverse Embassy projects in Innovation, Sustainability, Agriculture, Economic, and Public Diplomacy, and planning and executing events, including for the Dutch delegation in the Olympics and Paralympics in Brazil. I also managed Dutch national events and organized team-building activities, film screenings, and cultural promotions, ensuring successful execution and thorough post-event evaluations.