Salote Veisamasama
Abu Dhabi,United Arab Emirates
Summary
An organized and dependable professional with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a positive and goal-driven approach. Skilled in operations and facilities management, particularly within the Office of Strategy and Planning, with expertise in process mapping, data management, and policy development to drive efficiency and team cohesion. Adept in project coordination, stakeholder engagement, logistics, report writing, event planning, and public speaking. A proactive leader with strong organizational and problem-solving skills, consistently ensuring tasks are executed with attention to detail and excellence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Student Mobility Coordinator (Global Education)
New York University Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, UAE
09.2022 - Current
- Manage and analyze travel records for 2000+ students, monitoring flight changes and compiling detailed statistical reports to guide departmental decision-making and strategy.
- Oversee 2000+ ticketing requests per semester, including preferred routing and visa tracking, ensuring data accuracy and operational efficiency through effective database management.
- Lead review and updating of Student Travel Policies, ensuring alignment with international regulations and institutional guidelines to streamline academic travel logistics.
- Coordinate cross-functional efforts to optimize student onboarding/offboarding, aligning processes with policy standards and ensuring compliance with data integrity requirements.
- Develop and refine student mobility workflows, optimizing travel coordination and tracking of students' home travel coverages, while delivering policy briefings and travel insights to internal stakeholders.
Dean's Fellow (Student Affairs)
New York University Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, UAE
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Manages Semester Student Engagement reports, collaborating with the Dean of Students Office to address campus-wide concerns and advise on solutions.
- Coordinates with 250+ Student Leaders and 50+ Student Interest Groups (SIGs) on event planning, logistics, catering, space reservations, and venue setup through the"Engage" platform.
- Cultivates and maintains relationships with internal and external stakeholders relevant to the Office of Student Life and Student Affairs Division.
- Leads administrative and operational matters related to Student Life Office hours and SIGs, including budget management and financial oversight for 50+ SIGs.
- Facilitates workshops and seminars for over 250 students, fostering critical thinking, analysis, and skill development.
Return to Campus Coordinator (Student Affairs)
New York University Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, UAE
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Coordinated logistics for 300+ student arrivals from Dubai to NYU Abu Dhabi, ensuring seamless travel and addressing individual concerns.
- Led student quarantine operations, ensuring compliance with Department of Health protocols, and oversaw mobile PCR testing, vaccinations, and transportation.
- Managed compliance with COVID-19 testing, vaccination, and public health policies, addressing non-compliance issues and maintaining safety standards.
- Acted as liaison between Global Education, hotel staff, NYUAD Public Safety, administrators, and travel agencies, facilitating smooth communication and operational support.
PPTP Visiting Students Intern (Global Education)
New York University Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, UAE
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Assisted senior staff in data analysis tasks to inform strategic decisions.
- Coordinated visiting student arrivals and onboarding, including reviewing official communications, planning orientation, and managing records, visas, and travel documentation.
- Supported the development of the GRID Advisor Program, contributing to a sustainable growth strategy for inclusion and diversity.
- Researched and implemented DEI best practices to enhance study abroad access for underrepresented students while ensuring student health and well-being through safeguarding principles.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science with a minor in Legal Studies
New York University Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi 08.2017 - 05.2021
Skills
- Process Mapping
- Data Management
- Policy Development
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Project Coordination
- Event Planning
- Report Writing & Analysis
- Team Leadership
- Logistics Management
- Public Speaking & Presentations
Languages
English
Fluent
Fiji
Native
Computer Skills
- MS Office
- Google Drive
- Internet Savvy
- STATA
- QGIS/ArcGIS
- Data Management Systems
- Presentations/Slideshows
Timeline
Student Mobility Coordinator (Global Education)
New York University Abu Dhabi
09.2022 - Current
Dean's Fellow (Student Affairs)
New York University Abu Dhabi
11.2021 - 08.2022
Return to Campus Coordinator (Student Affairs)
New York University Abu Dhabi
08.2021 - 10.2021
PPTP Visiting Students Intern (Global Education)
New York University Abu Dhabi
05.2021 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science with a minor in Legal Studies
New York University Abu Dhabi
08.2017 - 05.2021
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