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Manuel Alejandro

@manuelalejandro

Intelligence and security analyst specializing in geopolitical risk, multilateral cooperation, and data-driven reporting.

Mexico

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles where I can apply geopolitical and data analysis to inform policy and diplomatic decisions, within collaborative, impact-driven teams.

I am an intelligence and security analyst focused on geopolitical risk, multilateral cooperation, and evidence-based reporting. I synthesize complex international events into clear, actionable assessments for diplomatic and policy audiences.

At the Embassy of Mexico in Australia I produced geopolitical reports on the Asia‑Pacific, researched anti‑corruption cooperation, and conducted demographic and policy analyses to support diplomatic decision‑making.

My experience includes intelligence analysis for anti‑slavery initiatives, crime data analysis, and consultancy work on market research and public campaigns, demonstrating adaptability across government, NGO, and private sectors.

I combine strong research, critical thinking, and communication skills with multilingual abilities (Spanish, English, basic German) and advanced training in security, counterterrorism, and public management to deliver rigorous, contextually grounded recommendations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Intelligence and Security Analyst

Embassy of Mexico in Australia

Jul 2022 - Jan 2025 (2 years 6 months)

Collected and analyzed geopolitical and regional data for the Asia-Pacific, producing reports for the diplomatic corps and Mexico's Foreign Affairs bureau and informing policy and cooperation initiatives.

Intelligence Analysis Report Writing Data Collection Government Relations Research

International Student Mentor

Macquarie University

Jan 2021 - Jun 2021 (5 months)

Assessed and supervised incoming international postgraduate students, developed adaptation resources and performance assessments, and documented student achievements for departmental records.

Cross Cultural Communication Program Coordination

Analyst Consultant

Univative

Jun 2020 - Jul 2020 (1 month)

Conducted market research on the Australian insurance sector and co-designed a student-targeted publicity campaign for Bupa; the proposal was selected among winning projects.

Market Research Competitive Analysis Presentation

Intelligence Analyst

Anti-Slavery Task Force

Jan 2020 - Jun 2020 (5 months)

Profiled institutions in the Australian Catholic Anti-slavery Network and analyzed financial reports to inform a strategic plan emphasizing sustainable finances and supply-chain reviews.

Financial Analysis Strategic Planning Report Preparation Anti Slavery Research

Crime Data Analyst

Alto al Secuestro Association

Jan 2015 - May 2015 (4 months)

Analyzed digital and physical sources on high-impact criminal activity, compiled offense trends from federal and state databases (2012–2015), and evaluated law projects against organized crime.

Open Source Intelligence Trend Analysis Reporting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Macquarie University

Master of Security and Strategic Studies, Security and Strategic Studies

2019 - 2021

Activities and societies: Volunteer at the Macquarie Buddies Program (2019–2020); Student representative at the ASEAN Conference 2021 (UNSW).

Completed a Master of Security and Strategic Studies with emphasis on counterterrorism and international security; participated in university programs and conferences related to regional cooperation.

Tecnológico de Monterrey, Mexico City Campus

Bachelor of International Relations, International Relations

2011 - 2016

Activities and societies: Legal observer for 2012 federal elections; volunteer at National Health Day (2014); Liaison Officer at 4th Think-Tank encounter of Latin America (2016); participant in Colegio de México conference (2016).

Bachelor of International Relations with involvement in civic and academic activities focused on democracy, public policy, and regional think-tank events.