Nicole Vayssier, MPH

Development Officer & National Representative of Zamorano University in Guatemala at EAP Zamorano
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(386) 825-5501
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Guatemala City, Guatemala, Guatemala, GT
Languages
  • Spanish Native or bilingual proficiency
  • Engish Native or bilingual proficiency
  • Portuguese Professional working proficiency

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Tomás Bernabeu

I hired Nicole because she has the natural warmth of a charismatic leader, and shows contagious enthusiasm about challenging projects. She is able to learn quickly and to adapt herself to new situations. Nicole will be a clear asset for any team she would join.

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Credentials

  • Self-Worth Coach
    Self-Worth Academy
    Nov, 2019
    - Oct, 2024
  • 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification
    Rishikul Yogshala - Yoga Teacher Training in India
    Nov, 2016
    - Oct, 2024
  • COVID-19 Infection Prevention and Control in the household (Microlearning)
    European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC)
  • Concepts in Worksite Wellness
    National Board of Public Health Examiners (NBPHE)
  • Determinants of Global Health
    National Board of Public Health Examiners (NBPHE)
  • Indicators and Measurement of Global Health
    National Board of Public Health Examiners (NBPHE)
  • Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) for COVID-19 Virus
    World Health Organization
  • Practical Epidemiology Basic Measurement Tools
    National Board of Public Health Examiners (NBPHE)
  • Practical Epidemiology Introduction
    National Board of Public Health Examiners (NBPHE)
  • Practical Epidemiology Introduction Part 2
    National Board of Public Health Examiners (NBPHE)

Experience

  • EAP Zamorano
    • Honduras
    • Higher Education
    • 300 - 400 Employee
    • Development Officer & National Representative of Zamorano University in Guatemala
      • Jun 2022 - Present

      - Strengthen sector cooperation to increase scholarship funding opportunities so more bright Guatemalan students can complete their engineering degrees at Zamorano university with the right financial support from donors. - Create alliances with the private, public and development sectors for collaboration and cooperation in the areas of training, building capacity, research and programming within the agriculture industry. - Facilitate Zamorano projects within Guatemala with interested groups such as companies in ag business, farms and producers, associations, foundations, and NGOs, to strengthen Guatemala and Zamorano’s positioning within the industry, nationally, regionally and internationally. - Fundraising initiatives for the Guatemala Scholarship Endowment Fund for Zamorano. - Broaden internships and employment opportunities for Guatemalan Zamorano scholars and graduates in the AG sector. Show less

  • Self Employed
    • United States
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Public Health Consultant - program planning, coordination & evaluation
      • Apr 2019 - Present

      • Primary & secondary research, needs assessment, conceptual models, intervention design, process and impact evaluation, implementation - private and public sectors. • Areas of focus: chronic disease & common risk factors, costs & burden of disease, preventive health as related to mental health & wellbeing, stress management, physical health and exercise, nutrition & healthy eating, maternal child health, alcohol, tobacco, processed foods, COVID19, urban planning & health • Experience with vulnerable populations such as women, children, and refugees in Guatemala and United States. • Approaches - socio ecological model, multisectorial action (MSA), Health in All Policies (HiaP), national, regional and international action plans and targets • Training and capacity building in public health domain (SMART objectives, research methodologies, monitoring and evaluation, etc) & health education • Design of data collection instruments for baseline, follow up and surveillance monitoring • Publish health articles and content for online audiences • Innovate and deliver virtual health via Zoom, Webex, Go To Webinar, covering COVID 19 topics: stress & anxiety prevention, mental health, performance and productivity, fear, yoga and meditation. Show less

  • Self-Worth Academy
    • United Kingdom
    • Professional Training and Coaching
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Leadership Program Consultant
      • Nov 2019 - Apr 2020

      •Develop a leadership program to support leaders and their teams with resources and coaching to enhance their capacity to act •Research and create content for online courses on the topics of Self Worth, mental wellbeing, time management, productivity, energy and networking in the 21st century •Liaise with leaders and teams in the field for feedback and support to align with the mission and understand real-time challenges •Coordinate webinars to disseminate relevant information for Self Worth •Create video content to develop online courses Let's make the following distinctions: Instead of focusing on yourself, move that energy and focus on creating value How can I be useful to my community and audience? What is needed at this time? How can I be helpful? Focus on your strengths and the value that this brings to your community, team, and mission. Show less

  • Guatemalan Experiences / 1010 Experiencias
    • Antigua Guatemala
    • Cofounder + Business Developer + Wellness Facilitator
      • Aug 2015 - Feb 2020

      • Cofounder of Guatemala Experiences, a destination management company based in colonial Antigua Guatemala, Central America. • Customize travel & wellness itineraries for specific targets and high-end segments • Curate experiences and continuously assess quality of service providers • Develop B2B relations with partners • Negotiate with vendors, manage budget and recruitment • Facilitate wellness programming for groups • Attend tourism fairs, networking events for further business development • Write and create travel content in English and Spanish for travel around the world (www.1010experiencias.com/blog) Show less

  • University of Miami
    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Pediatric Injury Prevention Program Manager
      • Feb 2013 - Jun 2015

      • Planned, coordinated, implemented and monitored a federally mandated injury prevention program funded by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) • Measured program effectiveness and conducted quarterly M&E strategies • Designed and collected data using qualitative and quantitative methods • Published a manuscript in the peer-reviewed journal, Health Promotion and Practice 2015 on sustaining pediatric injury prevention • Created data collection instruments for conducting primary research studies. • Drafted grant proposals for funding and abstracts for publication • Provided technical assistance, hosted trainings to track program compliance • Drafted quarterly FDOT grant reports with supporting evidence of program implementation, progress, challenges and incidence of pediatric injury. • Disseminated program information, communications and outcomes in relevant formats for diverse audiences. • Represented the program in coalitions and consortiums for injury prevention • Coordinated the annual Injury Prevention Task Force inviting local and regional partners to support prevention goals, disseminate best practices and discuss needs and future planning. • Trained staff both online and offline for program implementation and compliance. • Supervised Master of Public Health student capstone projects • Coordinated staff and logistics for outreach events Show less

  • Florida Health
    • United States
    • Government Administration
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Refugee Sexual & Reproductive Health Education & Outreach
      • Nov 2012 - Jan 2013

      • Liaison for refugees and the Miami-Dade County Health Department Family Planning clinics • Conducted health education presentations on sexual and reproductive for the Refugee Health Assessment Center in Miami in Spanish • Conducted individual counseling to refugees and scheduled their initial health assessment appointments with state healthcare providers. • Conducted community outreach for Miami-Dade County Health Department coordinated events • Liaison for refugees and the Miami-Dade County Health Department Family Planning clinics • Conducted health education presentations on sexual and reproductive for the Refugee Health Assessment Center in Miami in Spanish • Conducted individual counseling to refugees and scheduled their initial health assessment appointments with state healthcare providers. • Conducted community outreach for Miami-Dade County Health Department coordinated events

  • URC
    • United States
    • International Trade and Development
    • 400 - 500 Employee
    • Food Security, Water & Sanitation Outcomes Research Evaluator / USAID
      • Jun 2011 - Sep 2011

      • Planned, designed and executed an outcomes evaluation study for a food security program funded by USAID in Guatemala • Program components include hygiene & sanitation, nutrition, family health and resource development • Created qualitative data collection instruments and conducted field visits to rural areas on the southern coast of Guatemala • Conducted in-depth interviews and focus groups with program participants, program staff and management of the Sugar Cane Foundation • Drafted findings report with recommendations and presented results to stakeholders and board of directors of the Sugar Cane Foundation. Show less

  • La Asociacion Nuestros Ahijados
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Indigenous Women Sexual & Reproductive Health Researcher & Educator
      • Feb 2010 - Jun 2010

      Researcher Responsibilities: • Designed and implemented study on the reproductive health behaviors of indigenous women • Designed data collection instruments for research • Conducted interviews to sample population on sexual reproductive health and behaviors • Analyzed data, compiled final report with findings and recommendations Educator Responsibilities: • Assessed knowledge gaps in sexual reproductive health education • Developed sexual reproductive health education materials for low literacy audience • Provided individual sexual reproductive health education to indigenous women • Counseled women on personal and health issues • Taught indigenous women how to read in Spanish Show less

  • Bayer
    • Chemical Manufacturing
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Healthcare Market Research Analyst
      • Feb 2008 - Jun 2009

      • Conducted secondary research and worked in collaboration with several business units (Women's Health, Oncology and Consumer Care) to provide market intelligence and key information to support marketing, annual planning and forecasting. • Compiled secondary data via databases: IMS Dataview (sales data), CSD Reportive (Promotional Sales Spending + Sales rep visits), Nielsen Nitro database (sales data + misc.) • Contracted primary research studies for concept testing, product positioning, pre/post marketing communication materials • Identified new sources of information & market research tools • Prepared sales forecasts for prescription drugs • Provided relevant market information for annual marketing plans and strategy Show less

  • Ogilvy
    • United States
    • Advertising Services
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Latin America Regional Account Executive
      • Aug 2006 - Feb 2008

      • I lead the Latin America region Co Marketing accruals and claims process • Supervised and maintained communication with an international team across the region for program information and financial data (Colombia, Mexico, Peru, Ecuador and Brazil). • Reported annual advertising expenditures to Latin America Lenovo finance headquartered in Miami • Assisted in strategic target communications & 360 campaigns for Kraft Beverages, Ford Customer Service, Hilton Hotels, Lenovo, Carib Beer • Translated documents and communication materials - English - Spanish • Corresponded with media partners for advertising campaigns Show less

Education

  • UCLA Fielding School of Public Health
    Master of Public Health (MPH), Community Health Sciences
    2010 - 2012
  • University of Miami
    Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Communications
    2004 - 2006
  • University of Miami
    Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
  • Adelphi University
    Communication and Media Studies
    2002 - 2004
  • American International School Guatemala, Colegio Maya
    High School Diploma
    2000 - 2001
  • American International School Buenos Aires, Asociacion Escuelas Lincoln
    1996 - 2000
  • International School Düsseldorf, ISD
    1993 - 1996
  • Seisen International School Tokyo
    1989 - 1993

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