René C. Clausen Nielsen

René Clausen Nielsen is a professional specializing in data and innovation for global development and humanitarian action. With a background in sociological and computational social science research, he possesses expertise in new technologies for improved service delivery, data analysis, and data visualization.

René has a robust educational foundation, holding a Master of Science in Sociology from the University of Copenhagen, a Master of Arts in Historical Social Enquiry from The University of Manchester, and a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from Aalborg University.

His professional journey includes roles such as Data Innovation Strategist at UN Global Pulse, Information Management Lead at the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, and Data Innovation Specialist at UN Global Pulse. René has also served as an Internal Communication/Knowledge Management Analyst at UNFPA, Research Analyst at UNDP, and Knowledge Management Specialist at ActionAid.

René's diverse experience extends to his previous positions as a Development Consultant at his consultancy, René Clausen Nielsen, Project Manager & Adviser at Advice A/S, and Academic Assistant at the Ministry of Justice and Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Denmark. Furthermore, he has contributed as a Quantitative Specialist at CASA, Quantitative Analyst at Aalborg University, and Assistant Sociology Teacher at Aalborg University.