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I thrive in multicultural environments, leveraging my background in social sciences and corporate experience to foster collaboration across diverse teams and geographies. I enjoy turning complex social dynamics into practical, inclusive solutions that support sustainable, collective success. I am passionate about working with people from varied backgrounds and creating an inclusive environment that encourages mutual respect and effective collaboration. I aim to translate ideas into tangible results through thoughtful communication and cross-functional teamwork.…I thrive in multicultural environments, leveraging my background in social sciences and corporate experience to foster collaboration across diverse teams and geographies. I enjoy turning complex social dynamics into practical, inclusive solutions that support sustainable, collective success. I am passionate about working with people from varied backgrounds and creating an inclusive environment that encourages mutual respect and effective collaboration. I aim to translate ideas into tangible results through thoughtful communication and cross-functional teamwork.

Digna Akkermans

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I thrive in multicultural environments, leveraging my background in social sciences and corporate experience to foster collaboration across diverse teams and geographies. I enjoy turning complex social dynamics into practical, inclusive solutions that support sustainable, collective success. I am passionate about working with people from varied backgrounds and creating an inclusive environment that encourages mutual respect and effective collaboration. I aim to translate ideas into tangible results through thoughtful communication and cross-functional teamwork.…I thrive in multicultural environments, leveraging my background in social sciences and corporate experience to foster collaboration across diverse teams and geographies. I enjoy turning complex social dynamics into practical, inclusive solutions that support sustainable, collective success. I am passionate about working with people from varied backgrounds and creating an inclusive environment that encourages mutual respect and effective collaboration. I aim to translate ideas into tangible results through thoughtful communication and cross-functional teamwork.

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I thrive in multicultural environments, leveraging my background in social sciences and corporate experience to foster collaboration across diverse teams and geographies. I enjoy turning complex social dynamics into practical, inclusive solutions that support sustainable, collective success.

I am passionate about working with people from varied backgrounds and creating an inclusive environment that encourages mutual respect and effective collaboration. I aim to translate ideas into tangible results through thoughtful communication and cross-functional teamwork.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

Dutch

Fluent

English

Fluent

Work Experience

CSR Project and Implementation Manager at Meiji Shipping B.V. (Amsterdam) / Dutch subsidiary of Meiji Shipping

December 1, 2023 - Present

Leading CSR project design and implementation for several clients in the global shipping industry. Activities include value chain mapping & stakeholder analysis, double-materiality (IRO) assessment, guiding management in formulating KPI’s and sustainable targets, and developing ISO certification and health & safety process overviews to share with stakeholders across the value chain.

Executive Project & Real Estate Manager at Meiji Shipping (Amsterdam, MKC Centennia Maritime B.V.)

June 1, 2020 - July 1, 2023

As the sole Dutch team member, directly supported the CEO by driving key projects—launching enhanced compliance measures and a new pension plan—and led real estate acquisitions and maintenance initiatives. Advised on operational and legal matters.

Admissions Officer at VU University Amsterdam (Student & Educational Affairs)

March 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018

Advised international students on admission procedures and ensured compliance with university regulations while coordinating with multiple faculties.

Volunteer at Justice & Peace / Shelter City (The Netherlands)

April 1, 2018 - October 31, 2018

Supported human rights defenders during their stay in the Netherlands; facilitated engagement with allies and stakeholders to advance local action for change.

Online Auction Manager at Troostwijk / TB Auctions (joint venture)

March 1, 2020 - January 31, 2022

Co-managed online auctions for large-scale agricultural machinery, monitored the quality of the online auction process, and coordinated cross-office data sharing, monitoring strategies and pilots to improve collaboration across multicultural offices.

Research / NGO Project Researcher at Various NGOs (Chiloé, Chile and Patagonia region)

June 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017

Independent research on subsidized farmer projects; wrote project proposals to secure funding; conducted stakeholder interviews (farmers, local NGOs, project managers, political influencers).

Auction / Operations Manager (Online Auctions) at Troostwijk / TB Auctions (joint venture)

March 1, 2020 - January 31, 2022

Managed online auction operations for large agricultural machinery; oversaw cross-office collaboration and process improvements.