I'm Claire — project manager at the intersection of public value, international affairs and cultural diplomacy.
I help public organisations, international institutions and policy-driven teams translate complex challenges into structured, deliverable projects. My work sits at the crossroads of process design, geopolitical context and cultural understanding — bringing the analytical rigour of business process management together with the strategic breadth of international relations and the interpretive sensitivity of cultural heritage studies.
I am a professional in development: deliberately building expertise at the interface of project management, public governance and international affairs, with a clear ambition to contribute to organisations that shape policy, foster cooperation and defend democratic values.
What I contribute
Clear project structures and governance frameworks that translate policy ambitions into measurable, deliverable results — suited to the pace and accountability standards of public and international organisations.
Process analyses and redesigns that make complex organisational workflows transparent, manageable and aligned with the mission of the institution.
Strategic insights linking geopolitical context, cultural dynamics and institutional interests — so that projects are not only well-managed, but well-placed within their broader environment.
Every project is different — in scope, stakeholders and institutional context. That said, my approach consistently follows four stages:
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I don’t start with plans and actions right away. First, I need to be clear about what we are actually doing. I make the question concrete: what is the problem, who is affected, and what truly needs to be different in the end?
I define the purpose: which public interest is being served, and which values are at stake? I make clear what the project will do—and just as importantly, what it will deliberately not do.
If this cannot be clarified properly, I raise the issue. At that point, it is either not yet a project, or not the right project for me.
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Once the assignment is clear, I translate it into an approach that fits the organization. I create a logical phasing and planning with clear milestones. I define roles and responsibilities and agree on how decisions will be made.
I assess processes, information, data, and systems as they currently operate, and determine together with stakeholders what we can build on and what needs to change. No unnecessary formats, but enough structure so everyone knows what is needed and when.
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In the implementation phase, I make sure the work keeps moving while I stay true to the underlying purpose. I safeguard progress, dependencies and risks. I address anything that slows the project down, causes friction or undermines its impact. I watch for shifts: are new demands constantly being added, is the public interest fading from view, does the scope still make sense? Where needed, I recalibrate – in scope, in timeline, in resourcing or in expectations. Reflection – taking a brief pause in order to move forward more effectively – is a standard part of how I work.
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A project is only finished once the new way of working has truly become part of the organisation. I translate the outcomes into concrete changes in processes, agreements, roles and systems. I make clear who owns what and how we will track whether things work as intended. Together, I look back with the organisation: what have we achieved, what still needs attention and what do we carry forward into future projects? That way, every project delivers twice: visible change in daily practice and sharper insights for the future.
Interested in working together or exploring a collaboration?
Whether you are working on a public policy project, leading an international initiative or looking for someone to help structure a complex challenge — I would be happy to connect. Leave your details and a brief message, and I will get back to you within three working days.