Kendall Uggla
KENDALL UGGLA
100 Gloucester Place, London, W1U 6HT · ------------ · ------------
EDUCATION
King’s College London London, UK
BA in International Relations, expected 2019 2016 - Present
? Achieved a high 2.1 in first and second year
? 1st year papers: Analyzing the Theoretical Foundations of the International System, the History of Warfare and Evaluation of US Foreign Policy Upon Terrorist-run Regions
? 2nd year courses: International Law, Human Rights and Intervention, Statecraft and Diplomacy, Intelligence in War Studies and Global Politics
? 3rd year courses: Public International Law, Religion and Politics of the Middle East, Africa Specialization
? Thesis: Causal factors of underdevelopment and civil war in the Democratic Republic of Congo
? Activities: MUN (Disarmament Committee), Netball, Stray to Pets Society
Southbank International School London, UK
International Baccalaureate (IB) 2012 - 2016
? 36 points, 666 at higher level in History, English and Geography
? Activities: MUN (Paris & The Hague) Debate Club, Varsity/Captain Badminton, Track and Field
EXPERIENCE
Human Rights Watch London, UK
Intern for Development & Outreach and Advocacy Departments 2014- Present
? Liaised with representatives and scripted memorandums from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in an attempt to push HRW research reports to the fore
? Conducted daily in depth research and wrote synopses for company news reports focusing on human rights abuses
? Assist in organizing and curation of international documentary film festival highlighting civil rights violations in underdeveloped countries
The Nature Conservancy London, UK & Nairobi, KENYA
Research Intern June 2018
? Researched a new scale-up project for municipal water supply servicing African cities, analyzing demand and supply and strategized with senior officials to optimize design and output
? Examined over 50 cities’ regional dynamics, existing water systems and scale of need to provide comparable analytics for accurate forecasting and capital needs
? Contributed vital research and authored a comparative report discussing results and conclusions, which directly resulted in adaptations to existing plans and injection of funds to further support the project
? Engaged in field work in Nairobi, Kenya with Board Chairman:
? Strategized and assessed whether existing prototype projects could be applied to other cities
? Interviewed local farmers, the key stakeholders in TNC’s project implementation, collecting research from their first hand experience
? Engaged in fieldwork in rural and urban areas, gathering pertinent data to aid in the optimization of current projects and help evaluate level of impact and effectiveness
Thomson Reuters London, UK
Summer Intern, Communication and Development Team, Thomson Reuters Foundation Summer 2017
? Researched and liaised with speakers for the Trust Conference, curated 48 global leaders
? Leaders and activists from all over the world were brought together to initiate concrete action against modern slavery and human trafficking (November 2017)
? Inputted data on various internal platforms, wrote extensive content and designed full user experience for conference website
? Created a social media strategy for marketing and published posts across various platforms engaging with pertinent influencers to amplify the conference’s mission.
? Performed comparative analysis on similar sized philanthropic organizations’ social media presence and digital footprint and identified areas of opportunity to capture synergies for TRF
? Assisted on the day of the conference, 700 in attendance, with organization of speakers and guests
House of Commons of the United Kingdom London, UK
Intern for Member of Parliament Michael Ellis October 2015
? Drafted responses to constituency queries, focusing on immigration and funding support
? Conducted research for debates, most notably the ‘English Votes for English Laws’ deliberation
? Gained skills and experience in converting theoretical academic research into concrete policy suggestions
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Private Tutor London, UK
Tutor for Primary and Middle School students 2016 - Present
? Tutor international school (IB) students across all primary and middle school subjects
? Tutor on average 2 days per week
Global Young Leaders’ Conference Washington DC & New York City, USA Participant and Leadership Team Member July 2015
? One of 12 chosen from over 300 participants to be on the GYLC Leadership Team
? Gained skills in cross-cultural communication and applying political theory into practice
VOLUNTEERING ABROAD
Zamcog, a non-profit organization educating and housing over 500 students Kabwe, ZAMBIA
Head Volunteer and Director of English Curriculum 2010 – Present
? Created curriculum for school wide art programs, incorporating local traditions, culture and medium
? Developed a syllabus and taught various levels of English and remedial reading
? Led a group of student volunteers, inducting them to the Zamcog educational program, mapping out coursework and tracked development of both teachers and students alike through 360 review system
Welgevonden Reserve Limpopo, S. AFRICA
Veterinarian Assistant, Waterberg Wildlife and Veterinary Course August 2018
? Assisted wildlife veterinarians on a Big 5 game reserve in all aspects from surgery to daily check ups
? Engaged in conservation of plant and wildlife on the reserve, studied local ecology
? Executed various anti-rhino poaching efforts such as notching and RHODA tests
Iringa Primary and Senior School Iringa, TANZANIA
School Volunteer February 2015
? Taught English and helped develop curriculum for over 50 students
? Helped in classroom and playground reconstruction
Action Aid Chau Doc, VIETNAM
Primary School Volunteer October 2014
? Constructed a new building and raised funds for skilled workers through
? Led gift drive for the collection of school supplies, clothing and parcels for the children
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Languages: English (native)
Sport: Skiing, athletics, netball, yoga
Interests: Climate change, human and animal rights, documentary films, sustainable fashion branding, baking
KENDALL UGGLA
100 Gloucester Place, London, W1U 6HT · ------------ · ------------
EDUCATION
King’s College London London, UK
BA in International Relations, expected 2019 2016 - Present
? Achieved a high 2.1 in first and second year
? 1st year papers: Analyzing the Theoretical Foundations of the International System, the History of Warfare and Evaluation of US Foreign Policy Upon Terrorist-run Regions
? 2nd year courses: International Law, Human Rights and Intervention, Statecraft and Diplomacy, Intelligence in War Studies and Global Politics
? 3rd year courses: Public International Law, Religion and Politics of the Middle East, Africa Specialization
? Thesis: Causal factors of underdevelopment and civil war in the Democratic Republic of Congo
? Activities: MUN (Disarmament Committee), Netball, Stray to Pets Society
Southbank International School London, UK
International Baccalaureate (IB) 2012 - 2016
? 36 points, 666 at higher level in History, English and Geography
? Activities: MUN (Paris & The Hague) Debate Club, Varsity/Captain Badminton, Track and Field
EXPERIENCE
Human Rights Watch London, UK
Intern for Development & Outreach and Advocacy Departments 2014- Present
? Liaised with representatives and scripted memorandums from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in an attempt to push HRW research reports to the fore
? Conducted daily in depth research and wrote synopses for company news reports focusing on human rights abuses
? Assist in organizing and curation of international documentary film festival highlighting civil rights violations in underdeveloped countries
The Nature Conservancy London, UK & Nairobi, KENYA
Research Intern June 2018
? Researched a new scale-up project for municipal water supply servicing African cities, analyzing demand and supply and strategized with senior officials to optimize design and output
? Examined over 50 cities’ regional dynamics, existing water systems and scale of need to provide comparable analytics for accurate forecasting and capital needs
? Contributed vital research and authored a comparative report discussing results and conclusions, which directly resulted in adaptations to existing plans and injection of funds to further support the project
? Engaged in field work in Nairobi, Kenya with Board Chairman:
? Strategized and assessed whether existing prototype projects could be applied to other cities
? Interviewed local farmers, the key stakeholders in TNC’s project implementation, collecting research from their first hand experience
? Engaged in fieldwork in rural and urban areas, gathering pertinent data to aid in the optimization of current projects and help evaluate level of impact and effectiveness
Thomson Reuters London, UK
Summer Intern, Communication and Development Team, Thomson Reuters Foundation Summer 2017
? Researched and liaised with speakers for the Trust Conference, curated 48 global leaders
? Leaders and activists from all over the world were brought together to initiate concrete action against modern slavery and human trafficking (November 2017)
? Inputted data on various internal platforms, wrote extensive content and designed full user experience for conference website
? Created a social media strategy for marketing and published posts across various platforms engaging with pertinent influencers to amplify the conference’s mission.
? Performed comparative analysis on similar sized philanthropic organizations’ social media presence and digital footprint and identified areas of opportunity to capture synergies for TRF
? Assisted on the day of the conference, 700 in attendance, with organization of speakers and guests
House of Commons of the United Kingdom London, UK
Intern for Member of Parliament Michael Ellis October 2015
? Drafted responses to constituency queries, focusing on immigration and funding support
? Conducted research for debates, most notably the ‘English Votes for English Laws’ deliberation
? Gained skills and experience in converting theoretical academic research into concrete policy suggestions
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Private Tutor London, UK
Tutor for Primary and Middle School students 2016 - Present
? Tutor international school (IB) students across all primary and middle school subjects
? Tutor on average 2 days per week
Global Young Leaders’ Conference Washington DC & New York City, USA Participant and Leadership Team Member July 2015
? One of 12 chosen from over 300 participants to be on the GYLC Leadership Team
? Gained skills in cross-cultural communication and applying political theory into practice
VOLUNTEERING ABROAD
Zamcog, a non-profit organization educating and housing over 500 students Kabwe, ZAMBIA
Head Volunteer and Director of English Curriculum 2010 – Present
? Created curriculum for school wide art programs, incorporating local traditions, culture and medium
? Developed a syllabus and taught various levels of English and remedial reading
? Led a group of student volunteers, inducting them to the Zamcog educational program, mapping out coursework and tracked development of both teachers and students alike through 360 review system
Welgevonden Reserve Limpopo, S. AFRICA
Veterinarian Assistant, Waterberg Wildlife and Veterinary Course August 2018
? Assisted wildlife veterinarians on a Big 5 game reserve in all aspects from surgery to daily check ups
? Engaged in conservation of plant and wildlife on the reserve, studied local ecology
? Executed various anti-rhino poaching efforts such as notching and RHODA tests
Iringa Primary and Senior School Iringa, TANZANIA
School Volunteer February 2015
? Taught English and helped develop curriculum for over 50 students
? Helped in classroom and playground reconstruction
Action Aid Chau Doc, VIETNAM
Primary School Volunteer October 2014
? Constructed a new building and raised funds for skilled workers through
? Led gift drive for the collection of school supplies, clothing and parcels for the children
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Languages: English (native)
Sport: Skiing, athletics, netball, yoga
Interests: Climate change, human and animal rights, documentary films, sustainable fashion branding, baking