Experience

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  EON The Stakeholder Relations Group

  • Manila

  • Development Consultant - EON Foundation

    • Jan 2018 - Present
    • Manila

    Tasked with the development and launch of the Eon Group's corporate foundation, an organization with a focus on the achievement of the global Sustainable Development Goals specifically: SDG 3(Good Health for all), SDG 2 ( End Hunger), SDG 4 ( Access to Quality Education), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), and SDG 14 (Partnerships for the Goals) as a way forward. Forges partnerships with NGOs whose programs create the most impact in these areas, including providing support in fundraising and networking activities. Helped spearhead the flagship project “CineSpectra 2019”, a film festival with a cause, promoting original Filipino short films to raise HIV/AIDS awareness.

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  World Vision

  • Asia

  • Project Consultant

    • Apr 2022 - Aug 2022
    • Asia

    Development of program design and substantives for Limitless 2022: World Vision’s First Summit for Corporate Good; speaker management; and documentation.

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  Resonance

  • Manila

  • Project Consultant

    • Jul 2019 - Sep 2019
    • Manila

    Part of project team assessing and developing transitional strategy from Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) to sustainability for a conglomerate, with a focus on contributing to nation-building and private-sector led development.

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  United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)

  • Manila

  • International Consultant - Mongolia

    • Sep 2018 - Oct 2018
    • Manila

    Managed communications strategy and partnerships.

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  United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)

  • Manila, Philippines

  • International Consultant - Mongolia

    • Jun 2017 - Aug 2017
    • Manila, Philippines

    Managed communications strategy and partnerships.

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  United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)

  • Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

  • Partnerships Officer-Mongolia

    • Apr 2016 - 2017
    • Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

    Implemented and managed UNFPA Mongolia communications plan in line with the global One Voice strategy. Created content for social media and managed Country Office website. Worked directly with with Country Office Representative to forge strategic partnerships with public and private sector stakeholders, media and CSOs to achieve overall UNFPA mandate. This included partnerships with JCI Mongolia, ARIG Bank, and the Press Institute of Mongolia, among others to launch projects benefiting the youth sector, providing access to financial literacy to survivors of domestic violence as a means to establish independence; and providing training for local journalists reporting on Gender-based Violence (GBV). Spearheaded fundraising campaign to eliminate Violence Against Women and organized activities in conjunction with the "Orange the World - 16 Days of Activism against GBV 2016.” Organized media launch of the State of the World Population 2016 report.

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  Veloo Foundation - Ulaanbaatar

  • Mongolia

  • Consultant - Corporate Relations

    • Mar 2015 - Jun 2016
    • Mongolia

    Developed strategies for building and strengthening corporate donor relationships. Provided fundraising and event management support for "The Gobi Gallop Gala”, benefiting the Children of the Peak Sanctuary Project. Advocated for CSR and Corporate-NGO partnerships through speaking engagements and organizing CSR-centered events.

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  Australian-New Zealand Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines

  • Manila

  • Executive Director

    • Jan 2010 - Aug 2014
    • Manila

    - Responsible for policy development and advocacy. - Established policy and operational systems such as the ANZCHAM Secretariat Performance Assessment Scheme; the and Strategic Review and Planning Sessions ; and updated Corporate Sponsors packages. - Supported ANZCHAM President, Board and Committees.-Wrote 2 successful proposals for the Asian Century Business Grant (Austrade) 2013 and 2014- Managed activities of chamber committees : Resources Development; Membership; Events; BPO-ICT; Business Investments Interests and Trade; Communications; Infrastructure; and Education, Training and Labor. - Represented the President & the Board at relevant and appropriate delegations, such as the Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce, Philippines Chamber of Commerce & Industry, and others.- Transacted the day to day business affairs (including marketing and administration) of the Chamber on behalf of the Board, with assistance from Secretariat staff and from Board Committees. - Managed the Secretariat, including but not limited to, human resource, financial and administrative functions. - Recruited members and corporate sponsors. Diversified membership base by concentrating on recruitment campaigns for Professionals Under 35 category and professional female groups. - Conceptualized and managed execution of Communications and Marketing strategy (traditional and digital). Re-designed and conceptualized chamber publication “The Oceania” and established yearly editorial calendars with appropriate marketing strategy for advertisers. - Ensured quality of member services. - Responsible for overseeing 28 regular chamber events. Launched four new successful events, namely the ANZCHAM Women’s Business Circle Breakfast Briefing Series; The “Corks & Forks” food and wine festival showcasing Australian and New Zealand Exports; the AUS-NZ Alumni Fellowship DinnerDance; and the Coffee Mornings business and learning sessions series

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  EON The Stakeholder Relations Firm

  • Manila, Philippines

  • Corporate Affairs Manager

    • May 2008 - Dec 2009
    • Manila, Philippines

    - Member of Management Committee.-Responsible for developing and disseminating strategic corporate messages to the public domain. -Ensured that the firm was regularly involved and actively represented in strategic planning and/or events organization of various business associations and other external stakeholders of the company to increase the firm’s share of voice in the industry. -As client relations manager, interfaced with clients; administered, analyzed and reported on regular client satisfaction surveys. -Actively collaborated with partner organizations such as Hands on Manila, Museo Pambata and CSR Asia in the promotion of company advocacies, such as volunteerism, corporate social responsibility and country branding through the formulation of effective communications plans and event organization. - Assisted the Managing Director in representing the firm at various business and social engagements, in the promotion and raising of the firm's profile. -Cooperated with the Business Development unit to achieve new business objectives through regular networking and credentials presentations. -Managed the roll-out of EON@10, a year-long communications, event and media plan in celebration of the company’s 10th anniversary.

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  International Monetary Fund

  • Washington, DC

  • Support Staff

    • Apr 2006 - Nov 2007
    • Washington, DC

    Staff Assistant, European Department, South 1(Italy, Spain, Portugal, Malta, and San Marino) and South 2 (Turkey, Greece, Cyprus, and Israel) Divisions April 2007- November 2007 Staff Assistant, Special Office Support, Human Resources and External Relations Departments April 2006 - April 2007 -Assisted in production of official reports; edited text and formatted supplemental charts and graphs to ensure that documents met required Fund standards. -Managed review process of documents, organized reviewer comments, and arranged for clearance to meet target deadlines for submission to the Board. -Coordinated staff travel and schedules for country missions. • Produced information kits for official visits of the Managing Director and Deputy Managing Directors to South 1 and 2 countries. -Worked with the hotels and housing office for the IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings, 2007 in arranging for delegation accommodations and in liaising with partner hotels.

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  Dave Edwards Events Inc.

  • Northern Virginia /Washington DC

  • Associate - Internship/Mentoring Program

    • Jul 2005 - Mar 2006
    • Northern Virginia /Washington DC

    • Assisted in planning, coordinating and executing the following special events, in partial fulfillment of requirements to earn Certificate in Events Management from the George Washington University:  Halloween Party, Capella University  International Events Society (ISES) Expo, ISES DC Chapter  Art for Peace Silent Auction, Peace X Peace Global Network  Händel’s Messiah Concert, Washington National Cathedral  White House Conference on Aging 2005, WHCOA - Leadership Awards Gala, National Association of People with AIDS(NAPWA)

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  Embassy of Luxembourg

  • Washington DC

  • Assistant to the Ambassador and Support Staff for EU Presidency

    • Sep 2004 - Jun 2005
    • Washington DC

    Assistant to the Ambassador and Support Staff for European Union Presidency September 2004- June 2005 • Planned, helped execute and supervised special events and Embassy functions. • Arranged visit programs for the Prime Minister and all levels of delegates; assisted in organizing the visit program and receptions for HRH, the Grand Duke. • Managed the Ambassador’s official agenda.

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  Embassy of Australia

  • Washington DC

  • Assistant to the Minister-Counsellor

    • Jan 2001 - Jul 2004
    • Washington DC

    • Coordinated and managed special events including:  Australian One Nation event for 400 delegates to Bio2003 world conference  Great Barrier Reef Foundation US Launch  International Congress of Genetics 2003 US launch  Washington Coal Club Awards Night  Tech-Transfer through the Internet Seminar Series • Monitored, analyzed and reported on legislative issues in the areas of energy, biotechnology, R&D, pharmaceuticals, small business, industry, medical justice and others. • Arranged visit programs for Ministers and all levels of delegates. • Attended relevant Congressional hearings and committee meetings, seminars and symposia organized by think tanks and conferences sponsored by scientific and industrial associations. Generated reports for Canberra. • Managed office database, budget and travel arrangements for the Minister-Counselor.

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  Embassy of Sweden

  • Manila, Philippines

  • Assistant Commercial Officer

    • Jan 1998 - Jan 2001
    • Manila, Philippines

    • Acted as market consultant and trade promoter for the Swedish Trade Council. Contributed to the increase of export-promotion revenues from previous 80,000 Swedish Kronor (approximated 12,000 USD) in 1997 to 800,000 (120,000 USD) in 1998. • Coordinated and managed special events and Embassy functions related to Trade and general cultural promotion, including Sweden’s participation in PHILCONSTRUCT '98 and ’99, the building and construction exposition at World Trade Center, Metro Manila. • Liaised with the Asian Development Bank. Prepared Procurement Policies presentation for the Trade Counselor used in ADB promotion seminars in Singapore, Bangkok and Stockholm. • Provided Business Support Office (BSO) Services for such companies as SwedPower International AB (International Energy Consulting Division) and Outokumpu Copper AB. • Assisted in Official Development Assistance activities of the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida). Authored working manual for processing Sida scholarships. • Arranged visit programs for Ministers and all levels of delegates. • Wrote press releases in line with Embassy public relations needs, drafted official speeches for the Deputy Head of Mission.

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  The Party Crew Unmlimited

  • Manila, Philippines

  • Co-Founder

    • Sep 1994 - Dec 1999
    • Manila, Philippines

    • Co-owned and operated special events company specializing in weddings, debutante balls, birthdays and children’s parties.

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  De La Salle University

  • Taft, Manila- Philippines

  • Faculty, Department of Political Science and International Studies

    • Jun 1997 - Jan 1998
    • Taft, Manila- Philippines

    • Handled classes in Politics and Governance as well as in Government and Agrarian Reform. Revised curriculum to include topics on human rights, women’s rights, gender advocacy, children’s issues, HIV-AIDS and the environment. • Acted as panelist for defense of undergraduate thesis work.

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  Assumption College -San Lorenzo

  • Manila, Philippines

  • Faculty

    • Apr 1995 - Aug 1996
    • Manila, Philippines

    • Handled classes in World History and Contemporary Issues. Revised curriculum to include topics on human rights, women’s rights, gender advocacy, children’s issues, HIV- AIDS and the environment.