Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Honours
Timeline
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Melik Nasar

Public And International Affairs
Toronto,Ontario

Summary

Holding a Master's in Public and International Affairs, I specialize in international relations and public policies. As a former intern Political Affairs Trainee, I contributed to bilateral and multilateral cooperation, demonstrating skills in diplomacy, data analysis, and decision-making. My experience includes research, analysis, and participation in high-level diplomatic events. I developed communication skills working with governmental and non-governmental stakeholders. Passionate about strategic projects, I am committed to professional development in a team environment.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Graduate Associate

York Centre for Asian Research
10.2023 - Current
  • Company Overview: Community of York University researchers who are committed to analyzing the changing historical and contemporary dynamics of societies in Asia, understanding Asia's place in the world, and studying the experiences of Asian communities in Canada and around the globe
  • Continuous learning
  • Community of York University researchers who are committed to analyzing the changing historical and contemporary dynamics of societies in Asia, understanding Asia's place in the world, and studying the experiences of Asian communities in Canada and around the globe

Team Lead

York University - GoSafe
09.2021 - Current
  • Identified and addressed impediments to team progress and success, resulting in a smoother flow of work and improved team morale
  • Leading my agents to investigate and respond to students' security concerns in a timely manner
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.

Political Affairs Trainee

Embassy of Belgium in Canada
04.2024 - 08.2024
  • Contributed to the planning and execution of high-level diplomatic events
  • Assisted in the preparation of briefing materials for diplomatic meetings
  • Engaged in research and analysis of international political developments
  • Liaised with governmental and non-governmental stakeholders to gather relevant information
  • Strategic thinking

Research Assistant

Robarts Centre for Canadian Studies
04.2024 - 07.2024
  • Conducted a literature review to identify the latest research in a field of study, allowing for more informed decision-making on the research project
  • Developed a research database to store and organize data from the research project
  • Writing

Billing Agent

Desjardins
12.2019 - 08.2020
  • Collaborated with other departments to resolve billing and invoicing issues
  • Researched and resolved customer billing disputes, resulting in improved customer satisfaction and retention
  • Negotiation skills
  • Cultivated strong relationships with customers, promoting trust through clear communication about billing matters.

Education

Master of Public and International Affairs -

The Glendon School of Public And International Affairs
Toronto, ON
09.2023 - 05.2025

Honours Degree - Double major in International Studies and Political Science

York University
Toronto, ON
09.2020 - 06.2023

Certificate of Bilingualism - French and English

York University
Toronto, ON
09.2020 - 06.2023

International Academic Exchange - Approaches to International Peace / Security Studies / ASEAN and Southeast Asia

Korea University
Seoul
08.2024 - 12.2024

International Academic Exchange - International Political Economy / The Philippines Foreign Affairs

University of The Philippines Diliman
Manila
05.2023 - 07.2023

Language and Professional Skills

Maastricht University
Maastricht
09.2015 - 12.2015

Skills

  • Diplomacy
  • International relations
  • Data analysis
  • Communication abilities
  • Decision-making

Honours

  • International Studies Book Prize - York University
  • Certificate of Appreciation - University of The Philippines Diliman
  • Elected Councillor and Member of the Standing Committee - York University

Timeline

International Academic Exchange - Approaches to International Peace / Security Studies / ASEAN and Southeast Asia

Korea University
08.2024 - 12.2024

Political Affairs Trainee

Embassy of Belgium in Canada
04.2024 - 08.2024

Research Assistant

Robarts Centre for Canadian Studies
04.2024 - 07.2024

Graduate Associate

York Centre for Asian Research
10.2023 - Current

Master of Public and International Affairs -

The Glendon School of Public And International Affairs
09.2023 - 05.2025

International Academic Exchange - International Political Economy / The Philippines Foreign Affairs

University of The Philippines Diliman
05.2023 - 07.2023

Team Lead

York University - GoSafe
09.2021 - Current

Honours Degree - Double major in International Studies and Political Science

York University
09.2020 - 06.2023

Certificate of Bilingualism - French and English

York University
09.2020 - 06.2023

Billing Agent

Desjardins
12.2019 - 08.2020

Language and Professional Skills

Maastricht University
09.2015 - 12.2015
Melik NasarPublic And International Affairs