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Clara Dashti
San Diego,USA
Summary
Multidisciplinary professional with over 10 years of experience across higher education, academic coordination, student services, operations support, and qualitative market research. Experienced in coordinating academic programs, managing student records, supporting compliance processes, and facilitating cross-functional communication between stakeholders to ensure efficient program delivery. Strong background in qualitative research and project coordination, with expertise in analyzing data, presenting insights, and supporting evidence-based decision-making. Adept at managing administrative workflows, supporting enrollment processes, and contributing to structured organizational environments. Currently seeking opportunities in Program Coordination, Academic Coordination, or Operations roles where I can contribute to structured program support and professional growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrative & First Aid Officer
North Eastern Montessori School
Melbourne, Australia
12.2024 - 07.2025
- Served as the primary point of contact for parents, managing inquiries and supporting enrollment and daily operations.
- Maintained student records, attendance data, emergency contacts, and confidential health documentation.
- Coordinated school communications, events, parent meetings, and administrative workflows.
- Supported enrollment processes including waitlist management and application processing.
- Provided first aid response, managed the first aid room, and administered medication according to health action plans.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety policies through accurate incident documentation and reporting.
Casual Lecturer
Swinburne College
Melbourne, Australia
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Delivered lectures and tutorials in marketing and management subjects, supporting student engagement and academic development.
- Coordinated course delivery and collaborated with academic staff to align curriculum with institutional objectives.
- Provided individualized student support and academic consultations.
- Managed and updated course content within the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
- Prepared reflective reports to evaluate program effectiveness and identify improvement opportunities.
Lecturer / Student Services Officer
CIC Higher Education
Melbourne, Australia
06.2016 - 01.2020
- Designed and delivered academic courses in marketing and management.
- Coordinated academic scheduling and supported program delivery.
- Conducted student onboarding interviews and supported academic integration.
- Managed student data in SharePoint and LMS systems with accuracy and consistency.
- Collaborated with academic and administrative teams to support structured program operations.
Project Manager / Qualitative Researcher
Rahbar Bazar Market Research Agency
Tehran, Iran
03.2013 - 09.2015
- Managed qualitative research projects including focus groups and in-depth interviews to analyze consumer behavior and market trends.
- Conducted data analysis and presented research insights to clients for strategic decision-making.
- Coordinated research teams, timelines, and project deliverables.
- Developed tracking dashboards to monitor project performance.
- Promoted to Account Manager within three months due to strong performance and client satisfaction.
Education
Master of Marketing Management -
Eastern Mediterranean University
CyprusGraduate Certificate - Higher Education
Deakin University
AustraliaBachelor of Business Administration - undefined
Eastern Mediterranean University
CyprusSkills
- Program Coordination
- Academic Support
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Event Coordination
- Consumer Insights
- LMS (Moodle / Canvas)
- Microsoft Office
Certification
Working With Children Check – Australia
Interests
Timeline
Administrative & First Aid Officer
North Eastern Montessori School
12.2024 - 07.2025
Casual Lecturer
Swinburne College
06.2022 - 09.2023
Lecturer / Student Services Officer
CIC Higher Education
06.2016 - 01.2020
Project Manager / Qualitative Researcher
Rahbar Bazar Market Research Agency
03.2013 - 09.2015
Graduate Certificate - Higher Education
Deakin University
Bachelor of Business Administration - undefined
Eastern Mediterranean University
Master of Marketing Management -
Eastern Mediterranean University