Xiaowen Zhang
London,london
Summary
Highly motivated graduate with a strong social science background. Over two years of experience in research, event management, and communications. Skilled in organising events, producing reports, and managing social media, with a proven ability to support advocacy and outreach initiatives. Strong organisational and analytical skills, combined with experience in interdisciplinary teamwork, ensure the successful delivery of impactful projects in fast-paced environments. Passionate about advocacy and creating a meaningful impact.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager of Operations
Ealing Riding School
London, UK
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Led and managed over 20 staff to maintain smooth daily operations.
- Assisted an average of 50 customers daily, providing solutions to inquiries and resolving complaints.
- Developed organisational policies for administrative oversight and internal controls.
Research Assistant
Swedish Research Council for Sustainable Development (FORMAS)
Colchester, UK
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Planned, coordinated, and executed research projects to gain insight into the UN's environmental discourse.
- Produced reports on fantasmatic narratives in UN's policies and campaigns by analyzing social media contents, press releases, and official documents.
- Collaborated with international teams, providing excellent administrative and communication support.
Marketing associate
Ningbo Strive Green International Trading Ltd
Ningbo, China
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Managed multi-channel advertising campaigns to support sales objectives, including over 10 sustainable food events facing over 500 audiences.
- Wrote engaging, entertaining and informative media scripts for different uses.
- Networked with media and PR professionals to build campaign reach.
- Developed holistic advertising strategies to increase sales by 15%.
Research Assistant
School of International Communications, UNNC
Ningbo, China
06.2020 - 07.2021
- Directed high level research by collaborating with post graduate students and Ningbo Museum team.
- Conducted desk-top research and produced 20+ reports
- Modernised working structure, updating with current research, new techniques, and latest findings to improve relevancy.
Research Assistant
School of International Relations, UNNC
Ningbo, China
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Assisted in the development of project on the study of the International Labour Organization in China
- Reviewed 1620-page literature, translated 13 content lists of International Labour Information (1930-1932).
- Contributed to department and faculty meetings to continuously assess and improve internal practices.
Legal assistant
Comprehensive Trial Chamber, XLT People's Court
Panjin, China
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Supervised legal proceedings from claim filing to case closure.
- Documented case progress and outcomes, creating reports for further analysis.
- Submitted forms and applications for ongoing cases, supporting case progression.
- Managed high volume client caseloads through planning and organisation.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interntional Relations
University of Nottingham
Ningbo, China 09.2018 - 07.2022
Master of Arts - Ideology and Discourse Analysis
University of Essex
Colchester, UK 10.2022 - 10.2023
Skills
- Qualitative and quantitative research skills
- Administration and management skills
- Relationship building and interpersonal skills
- Teamworking and network building
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Project Management and delivery
- Client account management and excellent customer care
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Certification
- Certificate in Sustainable Practice | University of Essex
- International and Cross-Cultural Negotiation | Essec Business School
- Certificate in the Application of Jungian Psychology in Psychological Clinics | Chinese Psychological Society
Custom
- Volunteered in Essex Wildlife Trust Fingringhoe Nature Reserve
- Volunteered in Bennison Organic Farm
- Delivered an environmental activism project at the University of Essex
- Volunteered in UNNC's Animal Rescue and Care
Languages
English
Fluent
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
French
Elementary
Timeline
Manager of Operations
Ealing Riding School
09.2023 - 03.2024
Research Assistant
Swedish Research Council for Sustainable Development (FORMAS)
07.2023 - 10.2023
Master of Arts - Ideology and Discourse Analysis
University of Essex
10.2022 - 10.2023
Marketing associate
Ningbo Strive Green International Trading Ltd
09.2021 - 02.2022
Research Assistant
School of International Relations, UNNC
07.2020 - 09.2020
Research Assistant
School of International Communications, UNNC
06.2020 - 07.2021
Legal assistant
Comprehensive Trial Chamber, XLT People's Court
09.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Interntional Relations
University of Nottingham
09.2018 - 07.2022
- Certificate in Sustainable Practice | University of Essex
- International and Cross-Cultural Negotiation | Essec Business School
- Certificate in the Application of Jungian Psychology in Psychological Clinics | Chinese Psychological Society
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