PATRICIA CHINAYI
EDMONTON,CANADA
Summary
Dynamic Mozambican professional based in Edmonton, Alberta, with over 9 years of experience in operations management, government relations, stakeholder engagement, and international project coordination. Skilled in bridging public–private partnerships, policy analysis, and bilateral engagement. Holds a Master’s in International Business and a Bachelor’s in Political Science, with research focused on women in leadership and economic development.
Recently served as keynote speaker at the Ubora Women’s Initiative Lead-HER-Ship Summit, sharing insights on women’s empowerment, resilience, and leadership in business and governance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations & Project Manager
Diplomat Consulting
06.2025 - Current
- Oversee cross-functional operations and strategic initiatives across Diplomat’s consulting divisions and the SafeHouse Science Clinic.
- Manage client-facing projects, including government relations, regulatory affairs, investor engagement, and corporate governance.
- Draft executive briefings, diplomatic notes, and high-level meeting summaries involving national and international stakeholders.
- Coordinate leadership travel, event participation, and bilateral partnership opportunities with government, industry, and NGO leaders.
- Support internal systems for project management, compliance, and reporting.
- Spearhead process optimization initiatives, improving operational efficiency and client outcomes.
Administrator
Diplomat Consulting
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Managed executive scheduling, stakeholder coordination, and public-sector correspondence.
- Organized corporate events, government roundtables, and stakeholder engagements.
- Supported research on policies affecting health, education, and technology sectors.
- Coordinated communication materials, grant applications, and executive presentations.
STRATEGIC FINANCE RESEARCHER
United Nations Capital Development Fund – Global Fund for Coral Reefs (non Paid)
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Executed detailed research, identifying key donors and analyzing grant proposals for accuracy.
- Developed research reports on SDG14 coral reef donors, providing actionable recommendations.
- Conducted financial analysis, enhancing research precision and uncovering investment opportunities.
- Mapped donors using structured templates, clearly presenting findings to stakeholders.
- Analyzed global coral reef funding trends, identifying strategic investment opportunities.
- Conducted in-depth SDG14 finance research, identifying key coral reef donors and investment opportunities to drive sustainable funding strategies.
- Developed actionable research reports on SDG14 coral reef donors and investors, providing strategic recommendations for sustainable funding initiatives
- Conducted financial analysis of SDG-linked investments and global reef donor portfolios.
- Produced actionable policy briefs and research reports on sustainable development finance.
- Contributed to international research collaboration on climate resilience and donor mapping.
ONLINE COMMUNICATION OFFICER
United Nations Volunteers Online
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Map relevant social media networks for IVD 2023 message dissemination, enhancing outreach.
- Design visually engaging graphics for social media, boosting profile aesthetics and user engagement.
- Collaborate in brainstorming sessions to create innovative campaign ideas.
- Research trends and best practices to develop impactful campaigns.
- Engage with followers and respond to inquiries, building community and enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Contributed to IVD 2023 campaign by mapping social media networks and creating engaging graphics, boosting user interaction across platforms.
- Created public relations strategies
- Maintained media relationships
SOCIAL MEDIA ADMINISTRATOR
The Korea Africa Foundation
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Conducted comprehensive research on Africa’s political, economic, and cultural environment.
- Increased customer engagement through strategic social media management.
- Managed multiple social media platforms, ensuring consistent brand voice and message.
- Created compelling and visually appealing content, boosting engagement rates.
- Optimized posting schedules based on analytics to maximize content visibility.
- Digital Marketing
RESEARCH ASSISTANT / DATA ENTRY ADMINISTRATOR
Hanyang University
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Provide administrative support for presentations, publications, reports, and other program-based initiatives
- Collaborated with team to enhance productivity in data entry tasks, maintaining high confidentiality.
- Conducted research, summarized findings, and presented results to students and professors.
- Audited production reports, identifying and correcting data entry errors for improved accuracy.
- Optimized spreadsheets for efficient tracking and analysis, improving data management processes.
- Conducted comprehensive data analysis using STATA and SPSS, leveraging WRDS-Compstat, BoardEx, ISS, and CRSP databases to extract valuable insights for research projects.
- Fostered team synergy to boost productivity in data entry tasks, maintaining strict confidentiality while enhancing overall efficiency and accuracy.
- Assist systematic reviews by screening and extracting data from research articles
ADMINISTRATOR/HUMAN RESOURCE ASSISTANT
Payflex Trading
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Oversaw customs clearance and logistics operations for major institutional clients, including embassies and diplomatic missions, serving as a liaison for import/export coordination and regulatory compliance.
- Managed trade documentation, customs declarations, and international shipment tracking.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with clients, government departments, and port authorities.
- Streamlined administrative processes, improving efficiency in service delivery.
- Maintained records, scheduling calendars, and ordered office supplies to streamline operations.
- Drafted and formatted office correspondence, supporting efficient administrative functions.
- Collaborated with finance teams to complete financial documents and review transactions for accuracy.
- Enhanced office efficiency through meticulous record-keeping and proactive support.
- Streamlined HR processes, Implemented data-driven recruitment strategies, improving candidate quality.
- Handled HR functions, including hiring and evaluations, optimizing team performance and cohesion.
- Organize leadership team meetings, board meetings, and client engagements.
- Coordinated workflow and delegated tasks, ensuring timely project completion and maintaining high quality.
- Delivered excellent customer service, resolving issues promptly for internal and external stakeholders.
- Facilitated communication between departments, improving organizational efficiency and collaboration.
PROJECT COORDINATOR/EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Josjistobe Leadership
04.2016 - 05.2017
- Monitored project progress, set deadlines, and achieved significant milestones.
- Managed customer relationships, resolving issues efficiently to maintain satisfaction.
- Assisted in leadership consulting and finance management, optimizing budget allocation.
- Supervised administrative compliance and document filing, ensuring smooth information flow.
- Provides comprehensive administrative support to the CEO
- Ensures accurate information is delivered to internal and external stakeholders in a timely manner and as appropriate; responds to routine and confidential inquiries as required
- Organizes logistics and presentation materials for events
- Budget Management
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE - INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
HANYANG UNIVERSITY
02.2022
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - POLITICAL SCIENCE
UNIVERSITY OF ZIMBABWE
07.2016
Skills
- Government & Diplomatic Relations
- Policy & Stakeholder Engagement
- Cross-Cultural and Bilateral Relations
- Research & Strategic Analysis
- Trade and Investment Facilitation
- Event Representation & Public Speaking
- Project & Operations Management
- Community and Institutional Partnerships
- Data accuracy
- Marketing
- Data Analysis
- Business Analysis
- Financial Analysis
- Campaign Development
- Project Management
- HR policies
- Perfomance Management
- Employee Relations
- Quickbooks
- STATA
Certification
- Certificate in Indigenous Canada, University of Alberta — 2024
- EHS - Environmental Health and Safety Professional - AMSQ Maputo- Mozambique 2016
Timeline
Operations & Project Manager
Diplomat Consulting
06.2025 - Current
Administrator
Diplomat Consulting
10.2024 - 05.2025
STRATEGIC FINANCE RESEARCHER
United Nations Capital Development Fund – Global Fund for Coral Reefs (non Paid)
01.2024 - 06.2024
ONLINE COMMUNICATION OFFICER
United Nations Volunteers Online
11.2023 - 04.2024
SOCIAL MEDIA ADMINISTRATOR
The Korea Africa Foundation
01.2023 - 12.2023
RESEARCH ASSISTANT / DATA ENTRY ADMINISTRATOR
Hanyang University
01.2021 - 12.2022
ADMINISTRATOR/HUMAN RESOURCE ASSISTANT
Payflex Trading
06.2017 - 08.2019
PROJECT COORDINATOR/EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Josjistobe Leadership
04.2016 - 05.2017
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - POLITICAL SCIENCE
UNIVERSITY OF ZIMBABWE
MASTER OF SCIENCE - INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
HANYANG UNIVERSITY