Volleyball
Sachi Menon
Politics, Philosophy, and Law Student
Dubai
Summary
Enthusiastic student eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organisational skills. I am known for my social abilities to connect and talk to people which allows me to build strong relationships with my peers. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certifications
Work History
Leadership Student
Dubai International Academy
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Presented and drafted various scheduling options for students to help properly allocate time for classes, extra work and free-time.
- Engaged in beginning of year orientations to assist students with initial adjustment to university academic life.
- Conducted mock interviews with mentees to prepare students for live job and admissions interviews.
- Assisted students with school's registration process by helping select courses and teaching various software related to college attendance.
Head of the Department
House Committee
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Motivated associates to consistently deliver effective selling behaviors through coaching and recognition.
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help the school evolve and grow.
- Increased team spirit and inclusivity within the hig school campus
Head of Strategy and Communications
Business Minds club
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Directed marketing projects through conceptual planning, schedule management and final implementation.
- Generated sponsorships with related and partnering entities to enhance marketing objectives.
- Advocated for company culture of employee diversity, equity and inclusion through well-coordinated internal communications.
- Distilled and synthesized qualitative and quantitative feedback to craft overarching narratives.
Mentor Teacher
Mentor@DIA
10.2021 - 02.2023
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Located materials and online resources by demonstrating use of equipment and software.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
Volunteer at DIACARES
Dubai International Academy
09.2020 - 02.2023
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
Debater
Debate club @ DIA
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Drafted demurrers and replied to oppositions.
- Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
Library Student Assistant
Dubai INternational Academy
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Helped with weeding of book and reference collections by sorting heavily worn items.
- Accessed library catalog to review ownership and circulation status.
- Maintained and updated records of current collection.
- Assisted library staff with clerical duties to help lighten workload.
English Tutor
Dubai International Academy
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Tutored students to develop deeper comprehension of English course materials and better understanding of assignments to improve academic success.
- Prepared students for English language standardized testing by providing strategies to overcome test anxiety and enhance academic capabilities.
- Leveraged technology and visual aids to engage students and enhance learning.
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
Vice Preseident of Socrates Club
Dubai International Academy
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Fostered safe and civil learning environment with promotion of classroom respect and idea sharing encouragement.
- Planned and developed variety of instructional objectives and experiences to achieve program goals.
- Infused multicultural and diverse perspectives into instructional process to demonstrate respect for individual and cultural differences.
- Identified key semester topics, developed class syllabi and discussed objectives with students.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Vice President of Socrates Club
Socraties Club
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Clarified roles, responsibilities and expectations of staff.
- Drove short-term and advanced promotional initiatives and planning processes.
- Used market insights to capitalize on key business opportunities for new advantageous partnerships.
- Identified and resolved issues between employees, promoting better collaboration and mutual respect.
Junior Consultant
GRID Consulting
03.2021 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with teams to define, strategize and implement marketing and web strategies.
- Analyzed problematic areas to provide recommendations and solutions.
- Improved performance, hiring practices and management systems to facilitate success of client's organization.
- Integrated technology and business operations to identify targeted solutions to customer issues.
- Organized a pro-bono workshop with 80 attendees on the revised United Arab Emirates employment law.
Deputy Head of PR
Water For Life
07.2020 - 06.2022
- Researched, negotiated, implemented and tracked advertising and public relations activities.
- Aligned projects and daily activities with company vision, strategies and tactics.
- Coordinated and managed sponsorships and sponsorship activation.
Representative | Student Council
DIA
02.2018 - 06.2022
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
Model United Nations Chair
Dubai International Academy
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Prepared written opinions to defend rationale of rulings and inform public of new legal precedent arising from case.
- Heard oral debate and testimony before court to establish case facts and delegate's arguments.
Volleyball Team Vice Captain
Dubai International Academy
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Contributed to team success by being best possible player and collaborating with teammates to accomplish common goals.
- Trained consistently, both alone and with team, to maximize form, technique and gameplay skills.
- Adhered to all team requirements and rules.
- Strategically researched and studied various materials to understand opponents and competitive advantages.
Head Student Wellbeing
Dubai International Academy
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Fostered collaborative efforts to schedule, host and facilitate events and identify further opportunities to reach members of community.
- Discovered opportunities to gain deeper insight into creating efficient and streamlined processes.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
- Evaluated and selected service providers and vendors according to customer requirements.
- Organized 3 school assemblies with over 150 people
- Organized community outreach to promote nutrition, physical activity and health among peers.
Deputy Head of Events
Inspire Science
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, including contract signing, fee collection, event booking and event promotions.
- Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation and proposal development for various events.
- Created and presented media and advertising packages to prospective customers.
Choir Singer | DIA Choir
DIA
09.2017 - 01.2021
- Was enrolled to participate in a number of events such as the MUN opening ceremony and competitions throughout Dubai (this did not take place due to the Covid-19 Pandemic).
- Motivated the team members to stay on task and practice skills to ensure competent delivery.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to practice on time.
Model United Nations Delegate | DIAMUN
DIA
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Represented the position of Uganda and deliberated on issues from the country's perspective
- Worked within a team to formulate and apply strategies to combat the challenge presented by the topics
- Developed my researching skills as one of the requirements was to have an in-depth understanding of the country in question
- Improved my public speaking skills as my opinions had to be eloquently voiced in support of my country
Coordinator | Year Book Comittee
DIA
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Provided content editing for the drafting of the Year book 2019-2020 in DIA
- Contacted various clubs within the school to gather pictures and information to be added to the year book
- Ensured all the clubs and teams met the deadlines of the submissions for the year book
- Administered the smooth flow of information and increased the communication between the team and external clubs
Representative | Friendship Ambassador
DIA
09.2017 - 06.2020
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Gave constant support and guidance through the students' first year in the school
- Ensured there was no bullying and racism to make the school environment a safe place for all students in DIA
DOFE Participant
DIA
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Navigated high stress environments in challenging desert circumstances.
- Assumed a leadership role within the group ensuring all deadlines and tasks were successfully completed.
- Contributed to the team through providing problem solving skills to alleviate the issues at hand.
Education
Nursery -
The Sheffield Private School Dubai
Al NahdaAl Nahda 2 - Dubai 09.2008 - 06.2009
KG2 -
The Winchester School, Jebel Ali
D 51, Jebel Ali - Dubai 09.2009 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Politics, Philosophy And Law
University of Warwick
United Kingdom 06.2026
Grade 1 - Grade 11 -
Dubai International Academy - Emirates Hills
First Al Khail St - Emirates Hills - Dubai 09.2010 - Current
Skills
- Team management
Project organization
Communications
Leadership
Ability to learn skills
Problem solving
Client Relationships
Interests
Painting
Certification
Amicus generous
Timeline
Excellent achievement for English Language and Literature
01-2023
Leadership Student
Dubai International Academy
09.2022 - 05.2023
Prefect
03-2022
Model United Nations Chair
Dubai International Academy
02.2022 - 05.2022
Mentor Teacher
Mentor@DIA
10.2021 - 02.2023
Volleyball Team Vice Captain
Dubai International Academy
10.2021 - 04.2022
Head of the Department
House Committee
09.2021 - 05.2023
Debater
Debate club @ DIA
09.2021 - 01.2023
Library Student Assistant
Dubai INternational Academy
09.2021 - 12.2022
Vice President of Socrates Club
Socraties Club
09.2021 - 09.2022
Vice Preseident of Socrates Club
Dubai International Academy
08.2021 - 11.2022
Head of Strategy and Communications
Business Minds club
07.2021 - 05.2023
English Tutor
Dubai International Academy
06.2021 - 12.2022
Junior Consultant
GRID Consulting
03.2021 - 08.2022
Volunteer at DIACARES
Dubai International Academy
09.2020 - 02.2023
Head Student Wellbeing
Dubai International Academy
09.2020 - 06.2021
Deputy Head of PR
Water For Life
07.2020 - 06.2022
Deputy Head of Events
Inspire Science
07.2020 - 06.2021
Excellent Achievement Award for Mathematics
06-2020
Excellent Achievement Award for History
06-2020
Excellent Achievement Award for Business
06-2020
DOFE Participant
DIA
11.2019 - 03.2020
Model United Nations Delegate | DIAMUN
DIA
10.2019 - 06.2020
Coordinator | Year Book Comittee
DIA
09.2019 - 06.2020
Amicus generous
06-2019
DI@TECH Winner
04-2019
DI@TECH Winner
04-2018
Representative | Student Council
DIA
02.2018 - 06.2022
Choir Singer | DIA Choir
DIA
09.2017 - 01.2021
Representative | Friendship Ambassador
DIA
09.2017 - 06.2020
Grade 1 - Grade 11 -
Dubai International Academy - Emirates Hills
09.2010 - Current
KG2 -
The Winchester School, Jebel Ali
09.2009 - 06.2010
Nursery -
The Sheffield Private School Dubai
09.2008 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Politics, Philosophy And Law
University of Warwick
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