Nadia Ahmad
Narellan,NSW
Summary
Experienced in strategic policy formulation and project planning, adept at conducting thorough research, analyzing data and drafting comprehensive reports to drive informed decision making. Skilled in stakeholder engagement and project management, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and delivering impactful outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Policy Officer
NSW Department of Customer Service
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Worked closely with team members to develop and research Building & Construction policy outputs which included editing and proofreading presentations, project reports and researching the Home Building Act of 1989.
- Assisted the team in the delivery of over 7 town hall meetings and coordinated to facilitate public Q&A sessions.
- Contributed and drafted over 10 ministerial correspondences regarding concerns over the Home Building Act 1989 and the Bills to come.
- Executed a range of administrative activities, including coordinating working groups and committees, to support stakeholder engagement.
Travel Consultant
Flight Centre Travel Group
10.2023 - 11.2024
- Keeping up to date with changes and trends in the travel industry alongside building and maintaining relationships with travel suppliers and industry partners.
- Completing administration tasks such as preparing invoices, maintaining records and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Develop and maintain relationships with clients to foster repeat business and referrals.
- Network with suppliers to negotiate deals and improve outcomes for clients and meeting KPIs and sales targets in a high pressure environment.
Research Assistant
Sustainable Development Policy Institute, Pakistan
02.2018 - 01.2019
- Provided technical, operational and research support to multi-year donor-funded projects on consumer laws, housing, education, agriculture, jobs and social protection in Pakistan from project design to dissemination of results
- Developed survey and data collection tools including manuals, questionnaires and training materials and undertook various other administrative tasks
- Undertook various project management tasks such as representing the firm in meetings with donors, policymakers and private sector organizations
- Conducted stakeholder consultations and liaised with government bodies and local and international clients to collect and address feedback to support the delivery of policy initiatives
Fund Raising Officer
UNICEF
12.2019 - 04.2020
- Drafted over 4 funding proposals to present to potential sponsors.
- Demonstrated strong oral communication and interpersonal skills while negotiating with potential donors and sponsors.
- Training volunteers to practice effective and persuasive communication to support stakeholder engagement.
Assistant Lecturer
Lahore Grammar School, University of London International Program
02.2017 - 05.2017
- Delivered lectures on Microeconomics and Macroeconomics to undergraduate students.
- Developed course materials and syllabi to ensure students have a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.
- Evaluated student performance and provided feedback to help them develop their skills and reach their academic goals.
Education
University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW08-2021
Bachelor of Economics -
Quaid-i-Azam University
Islamabad, Pakistan06-2017
Skills
- Excellent Research
- Critical thinking
- Excellent communication
- Stakeholder Engagement
Accomplishments
Exchange Program, Ataturk University | Turkey.
- Selected for a competitive exchange program focused on Turkish language and International Relations.
- Improved language proficiency in Turkish, conversational fluency and technical vocabulary.
- Enhanced adaptability and cross-cultural communication skills by collaborating with peers from 20+ countries.
World Youth Forum | Trieste, Italy.
- Sponsored by the Forum thrice in the years 2017, 2014 and 2012 to present my papers on various social issues while working with peers from diverse cultural backgrounds to address global challenges.
- Participated in the Right to Dialogue, an International Youth Forum focused on bringing together youth leaders from different parts of the world.
- Developed and presented ideas to an international audience, enhancing public speaking and presentation skills.
Languages
English
Hindi
Urdu
References
Provided on request.
Timeline
Travel Consultant
Flight Centre Travel Group
10.2023 - 11.2024
Assistant Policy Officer
NSW Department of Customer Service
08.2022 - 02.2023
Fund Raising Officer
UNICEF
12.2019 - 04.2020
Research Assistant
Sustainable Development Policy Institute, Pakistan
02.2018 - 01.2019
Assistant Lecturer
Lahore Grammar School, University of London International Program
02.2017 - 05.2017
University of Sydney
Bachelor of Economics -
Quaid-i-Azam University
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