JOAO MARCO CRUZ
Warsaw,14
Summary
Dynamic Frontex Standing Corps Officer with a proven track record in operations management and collaborative leadership. Successfully led tactical operations, enhancing mission success through innovative problem-solving. Recognized for integrity and attention to detail while preparing comprehensive reports and conducting critical assessments. Committed to safeguarding security and fostering teamwork in high-stakes environments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Frontex Standing Corps Officer (AST4) / FTSO
FRONTEX
06.2020 - Current
- Group Leader and FTSO (Frontex Tactical Supporting Officer).
- Executed tactical operations with accuracy and control.
- Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
- Coordinated activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success.
- Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Facilitated problem-solving sessions among officers, leading to innovative solutions that addressed complex challenges facing the organization.
- Planned and coordinated tactical movements of personnel and equipment.
- Prepared and delivered investigative reports and briefings.
- Conducted and oversaw interrogations, briefings and debriefings.
Police Inspector
Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service
05.2004 - 06.2020
- Carrying out checks on persons at the borders, monitoring aliens inside national territory, preventing and fighting organized crime involving illegal immigration and trafficking in human beings, decide upon asylum applications, issuing passports and identification documents to foreign nationals, in order to safeguard internal security and individual rights and freedoms within the global context of the migratory phenomena.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple suspects or jurisdictions, ensuring accurate documentation and timely resolution of cases.
- Collaborated with local, state, and federal agencies for intelligence sharing and coordinated law enforcement efforts.
- Led successful operations targeting criminal activities such as drug human trafficking, resulting in increased arrests and convictions.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments for large-scale events or potential threats, implementing security protocols accordingly.
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
- Responsible for promoting, coordinating and implementing the measures and actions related to these activities and to migratory movements. Internationally, Responsible to ensure, as required by the Government, the representation of the Portuguese State in the working groups of the European Union, as well as at international organizations or events related to its expertise area.
French and Translation Teacher
University of Lisbon, (UAL)
06.1999 - 10.2006
- Taught French language, Culture and Translation to students in years 1-4 of University Translation Degree.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Translator and Interpreter
RTP - Portuguese Channel / Several Organisations
09.1999 - 06.2006
- Translated documents, movies and documentaries from French to Portuguese and vice-versa.
- Upheld strict confidentiality guidelines when handling sensitive information or classified documents for clients.
- Maintained high linguistic standards across all translations through rigorous proofreading and editing processes.
- Fostered better understanding of complex documents by translating technical manuals, legal contracts, and medical reports.
- Assisted legal teams in navigating complex cases involving non-French speakers, providing accurate translation of testimonies and evidence materials.
Education
Master of Advanced Study - French Language, Literature And Translation.
Universidade Autonoma De Lisboa
Portugal06-1999
Skills
- Integrity and ethics
- Collaborative leadership
- Operations management
- Resilience and persistence
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and loyalty
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational skills
- Excellent communication
Languages
Portuguese
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
French
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Upper intermediate (B2)
Italian
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Frontex Standing Corps Officer (AST4) / FTSO
FRONTEX
06.2020 - Current
Police Inspector
Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service
05.2004 - 06.2020
Translator and Interpreter
RTP - Portuguese Channel / Several Organisations
09.1999 - 06.2006
French and Translation Teacher
University of Lisbon, (UAL)
06.1999 - 10.2006
Master of Advanced Study - French Language, Literature And Translation.
Universidade Autonoma De Lisboa
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