Sven-Marten Schulte - Process Developer and Facilitator

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Geisenheim, Germany

Experience

Dec 2017 - Present

8 years 2 months

Vienna, Austria

Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Dirtwater

Coordinating strategic and operational activities of a social business startup, Dirtwater Café, where profits go to Water for the World's water and nutrition projects
Developing and monitoring a business plan that advances the serving and distribution of coffee from project regions
Fostering cooperation agreements with local NGOs and communities to support them financially beyond water

Nov 2017 - Present

8 years 3 months

Vienna, Austria

Project Director and Vice-Chair

Water for the World & Dirtwater

Coordinating sustainable development projects by upgrading schools in rural areas with water, sanitation, and hygiene infrastructure (WASH), focusing on rainwater for rural areas and desalination for coastal communities, following national regulations to meet several UN SDGs (Phase I)
UN SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being)
UN SDG 4 (Quality Education)
UN SDG 5 (Gender Equality)
UN SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation)
UN SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities)
Designing and implementing scalable, follow-up food security components with disaster resilience (WASH+) according to technical guidelines from the UN, WFP, and FAO to meet additional UN SDGs (Phase II)
UN SDG 1 (No Poverty)
UN SDG 2 (Zero Hunger)
UN SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities)
UN SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
UN SDG 14 (Life Below Water)
Overseeing projects end-to-end, including preparing funding proposals (USAID, Horizon Europe, ADA, GIZ), and monitoring and evaluating projects with relevant ministries and partner organizations.

Mar 2017 - Jul 2017

5 months

Krong Battambang, Cambodia

Strategic Director

SALT Academy

Responsible for modernizing the organization and introducing good governance mechanisms
Creating a 100-page strategic plan that led to 15% growth in donations and reduced staff turnover
Managing memorandums of understanding with partner organizations and integrating food security into the project plan

Jul 2016 - Feb 2017

8 months

Regensburg, Germany

Research Project Coordinator

University of Regensburg

Delegating a team of three PhD students and one master's student at the Research Center for Sustainability in Real Estate
Planning the €100,000 research budget with a focus on international strategies for inventorying and reducing urban emissions
Selecting and evaluating 27 cities and consolidating the team's contributions

Oct 2015 - Oct 2016

1 year 1 month

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Consultant

Center for Excellence in Environment for Design, City Planning and Construction

Preparing workshops, conferences, and training sessions in the context of urban design, planning, and construction
Independently creating projects and securing research funds for water- and disaster-sensitive cities, green buildings, and indigenous building material knowledge
Evaluating project plans and post-project monitoring using various methodologies

Aug 2015 - Jun 2016

11 months

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Guest Lecturer

Addis Ababa University

Worked on research projects focusing on water and urban food security
Designed and delivered a lecture series for the Master's in Land and Property Valuation
Integrated sustainability topics into the curriculum through green case studies

Jul 2014 - Jul 2015

1 year 1 month

Krong Battambang, Cambodia

Project Manager

RDO Consult

Developed projects and acquired funding for sustainable development and capacity building
Managed a mushroom farming project using indigenous knowledge to increase rice farmers' income
Advised regional NGOs on baseline studies, environmental impact assessments, and social impact assessments

Jul 2014 - Jul 2015

1 year 1 month

Krong Battambang, Cambodia

Project Manager

SALT Academy

Implemented a Sport & Peace project with girls' soccer teams for conflict resolution and empowerment
Advised on developing English lesson plans and training sessions for soccer teams
Integrated community leadership, gender rights, and human rights concepts into civil society

Jun 2013 - Mar 2014

10 months

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of

Consultant

Bank of Tanzania

Created a baseline study to assess the population's financial and mortgage knowledge
Led chapters on international comparisons of financial literacy initiatives in East Africa
Coordinated and delivered the final presentation to stakeholders

Sep 2011 - Sep 2012

1 year 1 month

Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica

Guest Lecturer

United Nations - Mandated University for Peace

Developed a module on climate change, urban issues, capacity building, and disaster risk management for the Master's in Sustainable Urban Governance
Delivered the highest-rated lectures on green building certification, real estate in conflicts, and environmental costs
Led a field trip with the Quitirrisi community for disaster risk and capacity assessments

Sep 2010 - Jun 2015

4 years 10 months

Erbach im Odenwald, Germany

Project Assistant

European Business School (EBS) Real Estate Academy

Contributed to background research and created academic documents, including "Fundamentals of Real Estate Economics"
Compiled research on sustainable cities in a research cluster
Designed flyers and proofread publications

Oct 2009 - Oct 2010

1 year 1 month

Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica

Assistant to the Editor

Peace and Conflict Monitor

Edited submitted academic articles and helped with the website
Coordinated office management and communication with authors
Prepared background analyses for dossiers and conflicts under tight deadlines

Summary

I am a dedicated project director and sustainability pioneer with a strong focus on driving projects that support the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and promote sustainability transformation. With over 15 years of experience across Europe, Africa, Asia, and Latin America, I specialize in creating and implementing innovative solutions that foster sustainable urban development, environmental resilience, and scientific advancement.

Throughout my career, I have successfully managed interdisciplinary projects, collaborating with universities, NGOs, and international organizations to address critical challenges in sustainability and urban transformation. I am skilled in strategic planning, project management, and research, with a strong emphasis on developing sustainable solutions that align with global standards and local needs.

Passionate about making a difference, I thrive on leading teams and initiatives that drive meaningful change and contribute to a more sustainable world. Let’s connect and explore opportunities to collaborate on impactful projects that advance sustainable development!

Open to new opportunities, networking, consulting, partnerships, facilitation and speaking engagements!

Skills

Analytical Mind With Creative Solutions For Adapting To Different Work Environments
Culturally Sensitive Team Player
Conflict Capability And Suitability Up To Active War Regions
Empathy / Emotional Intelligence Through Psychological Studies
Leadership Skills From Several Years Of Project Management Experience
Ability To Act Situationally Under High Pressure

Languages

German

Native

English

Native

Spanish

Intermediate

Amharic

Elementary

French

Elementary

...and 1 more

Education

Sep 2011 - Jul 2013

UNESCO Chair for Peace Studies at the University of Innsbruck

Master of Arts in Peace, Development, Security, and Int. Conflict Transformation · Peace, Development, Security, and Int. Conflict Transformation · Innsbruck, Austria · Good (2.0)

Sep 2010 - Sep 2011

UN-mandated University for Peace

Master of Environmental Security and Int. Peace Studies · Environmental Security and Int. Peace Studies · Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica · Very good (93%)

Sep 2006 - Sep 2009

London Metropolitan University

Joint Honours Bachelor of Arts in International Relations & Peace and Conflict Studies · International Relations & Peace and Conflict Studies · London, United Kingdom · Joint Honours Upper Second Class

...and 1 more

Certifications & licenses

Advanced First Aid Certificate for War Zones

Austrian Red Cross

Lifeguard with Specialization in Marine Ecology

PADI

Theoretical and Practical Certificate in Aspects of Civil-Military Coordination within International Peace Support Missions

UN & EUFOR

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Experience

Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Dirtwater

Project Director and Vice-Chair

Water for the World & Dirtwater

Strategic Director

SALT Academy

Research Project Coordinator

University of Regensburg

Consultant

Center for Excellence in Environment for Design, City Planning and Construction

Guest Lecturer

Addis Ababa University

Project Manager

RDO Consult

Project Manager

SALT Academy

Consultant

Bank of Tanzania

Guest Lecturer

United Nations - Mandated University for Peace

Project Assistant

European Business School (EBS) Real Estate Academy

Assistant to the Editor

Peace and Conflict Monitor

Summary

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Languages

Education

UNESCO Chair for Peace Studies at the University of Innsbruck

Master of Arts in Peace, Development, Security, and Int. Conflict Transformation · Peace, Development, Security, and Int. Conflict Transformation · Innsbruck, Austria · Good (2.0)

UN-mandated University for Peace

Master of Environmental Security and Int. Peace Studies · Environmental Security and Int. Peace Studies · Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica · Very good (93%)

London Metropolitan University

Joint Honours Bachelor of Arts in International Relations & Peace and Conflict Studies · International Relations & Peace and Conflict Studies · London, United Kingdom · Joint Honours Upper Second Class

Certifications & licenses

Advanced First Aid Certificate for War Zones

Austrian Red Cross

Lifeguard with Specialization in Marine Ecology

PADI

Theoretical and Practical Certificate in Aspects of Civil-Military Coordination within International Peace Support Missions

UN & EUFOR

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