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RESUME - ABITHA JOHN

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To the Hiring Department

Kindly consider this correspondence as a formal cover letter, outlining my experience, which seems in par with the requirement you currently have. Having gone through the roles and responsibilities, this job seems to be in par with my competencies.

Education

In terms of education, I have completed my Masters in Development Projects from Italy under the ITC-ILO United Nations International Training Centre, which is collaborated with UNESCO, ICCROM, and University of Turin. I passed my Masters with a cum laude distinction (equivalent - 4.0 GPA) - Attached Master’s certificate and transcripts Work Experience

My recent work experience includes working at the College of North Atlantic - Qatar as a Faculty Affairs Specialist. My primary responsibilities comprised of developing Academic policies for the Vice President Academic office. In addition, I have also worked at other establishments as UNESCO and Qatar Gas. I am qualified in the development and implementation of policies and procedures across the department. I have also been involved in various research projects at UNESCO.

Organize excellent educational events, ensure the development of participants, and facilitate the completion of institutional objectives. Responsible for every aspect of an event, from choosing venues to evaluating success afterwards, workshop facilitator and vendor management.

Assisted UN Head of Culture (UNESCO, Asia Cluster) for presentation, speech preparation and taking minutes during high profile meetings.

High-level Coordination and organizing meeting/workshops with officials of diplomatic missions/embassy, UN bodies and local NGOs for a training workshop, educational events, high-level training and conferences.

Coordinating with vendors for various professional training courses, logistics of facilitators, setting up training rooms, scheduling courses and events, including handling various Learning management systems, PeopleSoft as well as, managing students, training volunteers among other training related administration responsibilities.

Other duties included Performance management, educational event management and project coordination; including fundraising, contract management, travel & procurement process and other administrative duties Overall, I believe, if given a chance, and considering my capabilities, I would be an added asset to your organization. Looking forward to a positive response from your end at the earliest. Thank you

Kind regards

Abitha John

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PERSONAL DETAILS

Name Abitha John

Date of birth 5

March 1984

Primary Language English

(IELTS Score - 8.5 - Reading: 8.5 Writing:7.5 Speaking:8 Listening: 9) Computer Skills *Certified SAP consultant (Procurement Management)

*Microsoft Project Management, MS Project Timeline Gantt chart management; Microsoft CRM software integrated with LMS; AutoCAD 2D & 3D; Adobe – Photoshop Cs 8, Prezi; CorelDraw, Windows OS, MAC OS, Outlook Email and Calendar, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Visio, Avaya and Siemens Phone Systems, Xerox, and Facsimile

Contact Mobile : +974********

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HIGHER EDUCATION

1. Masters in Heritage and Cultural/Educational Projects for Development Under the United Nations International Training Centre of ILO collaborated with UNESCO and University of Turin - Italy

Obtained in : 2016

Field of study : Cultural and Sustainable Development Place of study : Turin, Italy

2. Bachelors in Interior Architecture & Designing

Obtained in : 2006

Place of study : Mangalore, India

EMPLOYMENT RECORD

1. Employer: College of the North Atlantic

Job title: Faculty Affairs Specialist (Vice President – Academic Office) Worked until May 2020

College of the North Atlantic is one of the largest post-secondary educational and skills training centres in Atlantic Canada. This college has 17 campus locations throughout the province of Newfoundland and Labrador in Canada, and operates a technical education college for the State of Qatar. Responsibilities:

Drafting Academic Policies and procedures for the Vice-President Academic Office.

Provide recommendations in academic processes to improve the quality and efficiency of the academic workforce at the College.

Support in the development and implementation of all academic policies related to Academic promotions process, performance appraisal criteria, Qatarization, Academic Workload, Academic Research, etc.

Coordinating other Faculty Affairs activities such as performance management, appraisal documentation, developing criteria for teaching awards etc.

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2. Employer: College of the North Atlantic

Job title: Professional Development Project Coordinator, Centre for Teaching Excellence December 2018 – March 2019

Responsibilities:

Organized Professional development days, including developing presentations for workshops for board members, faculty and community event for the public.

Organized and coordinated training project – End to end. Responsible for every aspect of an event, from choosing venues to evaluating success afterwards, organized and competent in workshop facilitator and vendor management.

Organize educational events that will ensure the development of participants and facilitate the

Completion of institutional objectives.

Understand requirements for each event, Plan event with attention to financial and time constraints, Book venues and schedule facilitators/speakers/events

Research vendors and choose the best combination of quality and cost, Research workshop facilitators/speakers and choose those that meet the needs of the stakeholders, Negotiate with vendors to achieve the most favourable terms

Recruit and manage a resource team; Evaluate the event’s success and submit reports

Manage all event operations (preparing venue, invitations etc.), Do final checks at the day of the event (e.g. Tables, technology) to ensure everything meets standards, Oversee event happenings and act quickly to resolve problems

3. Employer: UNESCO

Job title: Research Consultant and Programme Coordinator May 2016 - December 2016

Project Functions: Under the leadership of Moe Chiba – Head of Culture Training responsibilities: Community development through the Ancient Spice route Programme The discovery of the ancient port in India raised an interest in the re-creation of the Spice trade routes. In August 2014, UNESCO signed an agreement of cooperation with the Government of India to support academic and cultural exchanges on the theme of ancient Spice Route. Newspaper Article (A story full of spice, 2016) Link

Coordinate with partners, organizers and officials of diplomatic missions for activities, events and meetings, hotel arrangements, hospitality for the UNESCO Spice Route project officials;

Preparation of background documents, preparation of press releases, and notes for the Directors speech, UNESCO news portal, project report submission to UNESCO Head office.

Project involvement in budget reporting, logistics, deadline submissions

Undertook a detailed study and research related to the heritage sites that connect the Spice route countries within the Indian Ocean.

Training and Development: Social Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in Culture and Arts: In line with the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, 2006

Organized art camp for Children/ youths with Disabilities to promote art education

Preparation of concept note, an organized workshop for sensitization and creating awareness among Government org, and other industries such as Film. Research Consultancy Projects

Revitalizing Qatar's intangible cultural heritage for community development (Available upon request) Community development through the Ancient Spice route Programme (UNESCO) Social Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in Culture and Arts (UNESCO) Preparatory data collection of creative industries (UNESCO) Research and report on Accessibility and Heritage (UNESCO / ICCROM) UNESCO Joint project on Advocating good practice in the creation of digital resources 4

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4. Employer: Qatar Gas Operating Company

Job title: Learning and Development Department Focal point Jan 2013 – December 2016

Supported various activities in the Qatar Gas Learning and Development ((L&D), which consists of four division which looks after Performance Management; Training and Education; Succession Planning and Qatarization 5. Employer: WALLTRACTS W.L.L.

Job title: Spatial Designer and consultant From: 2010 To: 2011 6. Employer: Al-Shaya Trading Company

Job title: Office Space Designer From: 2007 To 2009 7. Employer: House and Gardens

Job title: Junior designer From: 2005 To: 2007

NEWSPAPER ARTICLE – Research Project (A story full of spice, 2016) Link OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS

Community Services:

1. Social educator (Age: 5-12):

Worked among special needs children at a charitable organization (CGPF). Activities include: Art and craftwork for ADHD / Autism; Generate appreciation towards Art in gifted kids; Identify and develop creativity among Autistic Children and use the same as a tool for Behavioral development 2. Engage in community development programs such as Youth Talent search (CGPF). PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES

College of North Atlantic – Qatar

Dr. Mohammed Samaka, Ph.D. – Associate Vice-President Academics, VPA Office LinkedIn Profile Telephone: +974-****-**** Email: adgqol@r.postjobfree.com British Columbia Institute of Technology - Canada

Dr. Cheri MacLeod, Ph.D. - Instructional Development Consultant, Learning and Teaching Centre LinkedIn Profile Telephone: 604-***-**** Email: adgqol@r.postjobfree.com UNESCO (Asian Cluster)

Ms. Moe Chiba Head of Unit for Culture and Programme Specialist LinkedIn Profile Telephone: +62-21-739-**** Email: adgqol@r.postjobfree.com QATARGAS - Doha, Qatar

Mr. Adnan Hassan Al-Shaibi – Qatar Gas Learning and Development Manager LinkedIn Profile Telephone: +974-******** Email: adgqol@r.postjobfree.com United Nation University ITC-ILO - Turin, Italy

Dr. Aldo Buzio, PhD LinkedIn Profile

Research Supervisor and Professor

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