Skills
& Expertise
RESEARCH & ANALYSIS
STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION
ISSUE EXPERTISE
REGIONAL EXPERTISE
DATA MANAGEMENT & ANALYSIS
LEADERSHIP/COLLABORATION
Extensive experience in monitoring, researching, and analyzing the latest developments in U.S. foreign policy and U.S. relations with international multilateral organizations. Research experience specifically includes aggregating issue-specific data from multiple sources and stakeholders, including USG documents, Congressional legislation, think tank and university studies, NGO human rights reports, and United Nations investigative reports. Analysis experience specifically includes expertly distilling pertinent issue information, interpreting the significance of relevant events, creating comprehensive and thorough issue narratives, reconciling complex issues with U.S. national interests and policy objectives, and proposing effective policy recommendations to decision makers.
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Proficient in drafting background materials, briefing memos, and policy recommendations for use by senior officials and decision makers. Intermediate experience with tailoring messages for interagency stakeholders, foreign governments, and diverse public audiences.
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Advanced understanding of and interest in the intersection of human rights violations, democratic backsliding, international humanitarian law, and international security. Specific geographic areas of interest include Israel-Palestine, Russia-Ukraine, and China-Taiwan. Specific internal human rights issues of interest include the Uyghur genocide in Xinjiang, the ethnic cleansing of Tigrayans in Ethiopia, and women’s rights violations under Taliban rule in Afghanistan. Intermediate understanding of political, military, economic, and cultural impacts on human rights conflicts.
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Broad understanding of U.S. foreign policy issues and U.S. national interests in the Middle East and North Africa, Europe and Eurasia, the Indo-Pacific, and Sub-Saharan Africa. Substantial expertise and currency in regional conflicts in the Middle East and Europe, vis-à-vis Israel-Palestine and Russia-Ukraine.
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Proficient in handling large datasets, ensuring data integrity, and leveraging tools like Excel for comprehensive analysis and reporting.
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Over 5 years of team management experience, including leading team meetings, task delegation, performance evaluation, and process improvement.
Education
December 2022
Master of Arts in International Affairs and Leadership
Arizona State University​
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30 graduate credit hours
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GPA: 4.0
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Graduated with Distinction
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Recipient of the 2022 ASU Summer University Grand based on merit
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Completed the program within 16 months ahead of estimated average of 2+ years
May 2017
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology & Minor in Business Administration
California State University, Fullerton​​
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GPA: 3.8
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Graduated with honors
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Awarded Dean's List
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Relevant coursework: Social Research Methods, Social Statistics, Race and Ethnic Relations
Relevant Academic Experience
U.S. National Security Policy
Drafted briefing memos on critical political and security issues in the Middle East, Europe, Eurasia, and the Indo-Pacific. Relevant topics included Ukraine’s bid for NATO accession, Taiwan’s sovereignty and U.S. interests, and defending the two-state solution for Israel-Palestine.
Human Rights and Realpolitik
Drafted briefing memos on human rights crises such as the Ethiopian Civil War, as well as action memos on the U.S.-ICC relationship. Focused heavily on international humanitarian law and its applicability to war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide. Prioritized the value of diplomatic engagement with multilateral bodies such as the UN and EU, as well as with third party human rights NGOs.
Diplomacy and Genocide Prevention
Drafted extensive briefing memo to President Biden on current human rights violations in Ethiopia, including robust background on the EPRDF and TPLF coalitions and Ethiopia's turbulent social and political history. Recommendations included bolstering US-AU engagement, seeking UNSC humanitarian intervention, and countering religious intolerance throughout Ethiopia.
International Criminal Tribunals and Global Security
Researched the origins of international criminal law, the tribunals held in Yugoslavia and Sierra Leone, the interactions between the ICC and the international community, and the overall evolution of international justice.
U.S. Diplomacy in Action (Simulation)
Acted as Embassy Berlin's Political External officer. Drafted briefing memo to President Biden on core US-Germany issues, including bolstering NATO cohesion and pursuing Russian war crimes trials.
Transatlantic Relations
Studied the evolution of the Transatlantic Alliance, covering critical issues such as NATO enlargement and challenges to Allied political cohesion. Proposed recommendations for future NATO Strategic Concepts.
Historical Diplomacy Simulation (National Museum of American Diplomacy)
Participated in the State Department’s historical diplomacy simulation, International Migration Crisis: Human Rights and Border Security. Acted as lead representative of the Association for Refugees and Minorities (ARM) and negotiated a peaceful resolution to the humanitarian crisis impacting ethnic Rubit refugees in the state of Budan.
Capstone: International Implications of U.S. Democratic Backsliding
Highlighted trends of U.S. democratic backsliding and international implications of weakened global democracies. Proposed international democracy resiliency measures, including improved social, economic, and political livelihoods for constituents as means of strengthening democratic governance.
Professional Work Experience
Feb 2024 - Present
Supervisor, Data Management
Nudj Health​
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Monitor, prioritize, and delegate critical team tasks completed on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
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Assess and prioritize competing task deadlines, pivoting team assignments as new information arises.
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Lead weekly team meetings to review performance metrics, workflow and process updates, task progress, new client workflows, and all individual team member issues.
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Maintain integrity and security of SharePoint database files, archiving and restructuring database as needed.
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Evaluate team performance across multiple dimensions, including task completion rates, task accuracy, collaboration, work ethic, and communication.
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Collaborate with other team supervisors to develop and implement strategies aimed at improving cross-team workflows and processes.
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Communicate all team activity and needs to team manager, escalating urgent issues as needed.
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Key Achievements:
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Developed and implemented Standard Operating Procedures to standardize and streamline team processes.
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Increased data processing efficiency by 35% via automated spreadsheet workflows, task planning and delegation tools, and streamlined communications.
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Conducted regular team training sessions on the latest workflows, Excel techniques, and time management skills; encouraged open-door and solutions-focused atmosphere to facilitate team input on complex issues.
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Conducted thorough team member performance reviews, providing substantial feedback to facilitate professional growth of all team members.
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Mentored and empowered all team members to become self-sufficient with their duties and to practice taking ownership of their work.
Jun 2022 - Feb 2024
Data Management Specialist
Nudj Health​
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Extracted highly sensitive patient demographics data from various digital platforms.
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Accurately updated sensitive data in company portal, including medical history, medication lists, treatment plans, insurance information, and billing information.
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Performed data integrity and quality control assessments on a regular basis.
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Proposed workflow solutions and troubleshooted technical software and database issues.
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Used complex Excel formulas for data sorting and analysis.
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Key Achievements:
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Developed task tracker and delegation board in Microsoft Planner, which helped manage team responsibilities and prioritize incoming requests from leadership and other departments. As a result, task completion rates went up by approximately 80%, and overall team efficiency rose in tandem.
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Trained and mentored four new hires added to the team over a 12-month period.
Feb 2022 - Aug 2022
Graduate Research Aide
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Conducted in-depth research and analysis on U.S. Foreign Service reforms and the latest legislative developments concerning the State Department.
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Assisted in drafting policy recommendations focused on enhancing U.S. foreign relations, diplomacy, and governance.
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Collaborated with project teams to provide clear messaging points, background material, and analyses for use by key project decision makers.
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Participated in meetings with various project stakeholders to contribute detailed analyses and assessments of findings on U.S. Foreign Service and State Department legislation.
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Key Achievements:
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Contributed to the publishing of The American Diplomacy Project II for the revitalization and modernization of the United States Foreign Service.
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Assisted with the final presentation and reception for The American Diplomacy Project II, held at ASU’s campus in Washington DC; greeted distinguished diplomatic guests and provided project background information as needed.
Jan 2020 - Jan 2022
Senior Data Management Specialist
BioTelemetry, Inc. (acquired by Philips)
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Managed team of data specialists, ensuring workflow efficiency and quality control through regular auditing and strategic planning.
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Developed Standard Operating Procedures for cross-functional tasks, improving operational efficiency.
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Led team meetings, provided mentorship, and contributed to performance improvement initiatives.
Aug 2017 - Jan 2020
Onboarding Manager
Tass Inc.
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Contacted and scheduled new hires for onboarding sessions
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Conducted new hire orientations and administered drug tests
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Verified applicant documents, employment eligibility, and oversaw background checks
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Designed and implemented a new system for how physical and digital files were processed, organized, and stored
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Delegated tasks and dispatched onboarding assistants to offsite locations
Aug 2016 - Sep 2017
Onboarding Coordinator
Tass Inc.
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Contacted and scheduled new hires for onboarding sessions
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Conducted new hire orientations and administered drug tests
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Verified applicant documents, employment eligibility, and oversaw background checks
Aug 2013 - Aug 2016
Intern/Freelancer
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Edited video content for retail, corporate, and non-profit clients
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Assisted with on-location video shoots
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Assisted with fundraising events
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Archived analog and digital video content
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Managed logistics for client conference events
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Provided administrative assistance to office personnel