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Jessica Estefania Fox

Pretoria,South Africa

Summary

Qualified Consular Officer with strong background in consular services, adept at navigating complex international regulations and procedures. Successfully facilitated visa processing and provided critical support to expatriates. Demonstrated proficiency in conflict resolution and cultural sensitivity.


Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Consular Officer

Consulate General of Peru
11.2023 - Current

Streamline and Oversee Consular Operations: Manage visa and passport applications, ensure compliance with Peruvian legislation, handle sensitive information securely, and maintain accurate records for reporting.

Provide Multilingual Consular Support: Respond to queries, translate documents and interviews between English and Spanish, issue official communications, and support the preparation of consular accounts and funds transfers.

Facilitate Diplomatic and Civic Engagements: Organize diplomatic visits, events, the diplomatic bag, and support the Peruvian electoral process and census.

Property Manager

Amazonas Rental Properties
10.2021 - Current

Tenant Relations and Property Management: Enhanced tenant satisfaction by addressing concerns, resolving maintenance issues, and cultivating positive relationships through open communication.

Leasing and Marketing Expertise: Maximized occupancy rates through effective marketing, tenant screenings, and regular monitoring of local real estate market conditions.

Operational Oversight: Coordinated property repairs, maintained accurate records of transactions, and ensured compliance with laws while advocating for property owners’ interests.

Head Registrar

Atlanta English Institute
11.2019 - 01.2021

Digital Transformation and Process Optimization: Led the transition to digital systems with Office 365, developed an online registration portal, rewrote standard operating procedures, and built capacity among staff and students.

Data Management and Compliance: Ensured accurate data capture, maintained compliance with state regulations, and compiled metrics for accreditation reports, producing insightful projections and reports in Excel.

Student and Program Support: Supported course scheduling, issued certified documents, oriented new students, and monitored departmental budgets to enhance program efficiency and adherence to policies.

Business Administrator (Remote)

Mini City Atlanta
04.2020 - 09.2020

Developed and Streamlined Tracking Tools: Created an Excel business tracking tool to monitor client progress and generate performance metrics such as turnaround time.

Managed Data and Compliance: Organized client files in Dropbox, ensured records met quality standards and state policies, and accurately processed data using automated software.

Prepared and Delivered Client Services: Compiled and mailed completed application packets, communicated with state officials, and generated monthly client invoices.

Financial Solutions Advisor

JEP Credit Union
08.2017 - 05.2018

Top Performer in Sales: Consistently achieved top rankings in branch monthly sales by combining exceptional customer service with strategic client engagement.

Expert Financial Advisor: Delivered personalized guidance to clients, recommending optimal credit and investment solutions tailored to individual needs.

Revenue Growth and Client Management: Drove revenue targets through effective cross-selling of financial products, utilizing CRM tools to enhance client tracking and productivity.

Public Budgeting Intern

City of Cuenca Public Works Department
05.2017 - 08.2017

Expense Analysis and Cost Management: Processed detailed expense reports and calculated final costs for large public works projects, ensuring accurate allocation of resources.

Data Verification and Compliance: Obtained and verified records of material quantities and prices, including cost per machine-hour and man-hour, to maintain financial accuracy.

Proficient in Budgeting Software: Utilized Oracle-based budgeting systems to streamline cost calculations and ensure precise project financial reporting.

Research Assistant

University of Azuay
05.2017 - 08.2017

Qualitative Data Collection: Conducted interviews with executives and managers from manufacturing companies across three provinces to gather insights for academic research.

Data Analysis and Reporting: Summarized and organized qualitative data to identify trends and best practices in organizational knowledge management.

Research Support: Assisted a professor in a doctoral research project, contributing to the study’s overall findings and academic rigor.

Co-Founder and Project Coordinator

CELID
07.2016 - 04.2017
  • Cause: Economic Empowerment

Community Development Intern

Government of Bolivar Province
10.2013 - 03.2014

Business and Marketing Consultation: Advised on restaurant design, product development, and marketing strategies for a tourist-focused café at the Salinerito Chocolate Factory, enhancing its appeal to visitors.

Event Organization and Branding: Served on the organizing committee for the annual cheese, chocolate, and dance festival, attracting significant tourism and promoting local product branding.

Community Development Initiatives: Partnered with local government to draft project proposals and budgets, organizing workshops, support groups, and social programs for schools, the community, and the disabled population.

External Relations/Business Development - Global Volunteering Division

AIESEC
10.2012 - 01.2014
  • Cause: Education

Program Assistant - Livelihoods and Economic Inclusion for Youth

RET International
02.2013 - 06.2013

Economic Empowerment and Business Development: Designed and delivered workshops for Colombian refugee women and youth, focusing on financial literacy, business planning, and marketing strategies to support small business success.

Youth Capacity Building: Facilitated life skills workshops to promote healthier lifestyles, enhance decision-making, and empower youth for sustainable personal and professional growth.

Data Modernization and Case Management: Transitioned beneficiaries’ socio-economic profiles and work status records to an advanced electronic case management system, streamlining data management and improving operational efficiency.


High School Teacher (Volunteer)

Ministry of Education/Salesian Missions
07.2010 - 07.2011

Curriculum Development: Designed and implemented an entrepreneurship curriculum to equip rural high school students with essential skills for managing small business projects.

Subject Expertise and Instruction: Taught administration, accounting, computer science, and statistics to high school and middle school students, enhancing their academic and practical knowledge.

Educational Support: Provided tutoring and mentorship to students, fostering their development and preparing them for future academic and professional success.

Procurement and Sales Specialist

Amazonas Construction Materials and Hardware Distributor
01.2008 - 07.2010

Procurement and Financial Management: Negotiated with suppliers, managed payments, tracked purchases, conducted market research for pricing strategies, and prepared weekly supply reports and financial statements for accounts payable.

Customer Engagement and Sales Operations: Delivered exceptional customer service as a sales representative and cashier, driving product sales and ensuring smooth retail floor operations.

Finance Department Intern

Cartopel SAI
03.2010 - 05.2010

Administrative Support and Coordination: Managed the daily schedule and communications for the Director of the Finance Department, ensuring efficient time management and seamless operations.

Invoice Processing and Document Management: Processed invoices and maintained organized records of inventory for incoming and outgoing factory materials, supporting accurate tracking and reporting.

Education

Masters Degree - Development Practice (MDP)

University of Pretoria
South Africa
03-2025

English-as-a-Second-Language Education

Georgia Tech Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA
12.2019

BBA - Business And Managerial Economics

University of Azuay
Ecuador
01.2018

Skills

  • Database management
  • Policies and procedures implementation
  • Customer Service
  • Document verification
  • Diplomatic protocol
  • Research
  • Standard Operating Procedures & Knowledge Management
  • Report-writing
  • Presentations/Public Speaking
  • Office administration
  • Finance & accounting
  • Project management
  • Business strategy
  • Leadership
  • Communications & social media

Personal Information

Profile URL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/estefania-fox

Email: estefaniafox4@gmail.com

Phone number: +27 82 3700512

Awards

  • Scholarship Recipient - Ecuador Entrepreneurs, The Hispanic American Center for Economic Research, 11/01/16, 04/30/17, Ecuador, Ecuador
  • Scholarship Recipient - School of Leadership for the Future, FIDAL Foundation, 04/01/16, 10/31/16, Ecuador, Ecuador
  • Full Tuition Scholarship - Soprano Member of the University of Azuay Polyphonic Choir, University of Azuay, 09/01/14, 07/31/18, Ecuador, Ecuador

Publications

Analysis of the impact of the 2016 capital gains tax law on the construction and real estate sectors of Cuenca, 12/10/18, University of Azuay Review, https://dspace.uazuay.edu.ec/handle/datos/8354

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
French
Limited Working
Portuguese
Limited Working

Timeline

Consular Officer

Consulate General of Peru
11.2023 - Current

Property Manager

Amazonas Rental Properties
10.2021 - Current

Business Administrator (Remote)

Mini City Atlanta
04.2020 - 09.2020

Head Registrar

Atlanta English Institute
11.2019 - 01.2021

Financial Solutions Advisor

JEP Credit Union
08.2017 - 05.2018

Public Budgeting Intern

City of Cuenca Public Works Department
05.2017 - 08.2017

Research Assistant

University of Azuay
05.2017 - 08.2017

Co-Founder and Project Coordinator

CELID
07.2016 - 04.2017

Community Development Intern

Government of Bolivar Province
10.2013 - 03.2014

Program Assistant - Livelihoods and Economic Inclusion for Youth

RET International
02.2013 - 06.2013

External Relations/Business Development - Global Volunteering Division

AIESEC
10.2012 - 01.2014

High School Teacher (Volunteer)

Ministry of Education/Salesian Missions
07.2010 - 07.2011

Finance Department Intern

Cartopel SAI
03.2010 - 05.2010

Procurement and Sales Specialist

Amazonas Construction Materials and Hardware Distributor
01.2008 - 07.2010

Masters Degree - Development Practice (MDP)

University of Pretoria

English-as-a-Second-Language Education

Georgia Tech Institute of Technology

BBA - Business And Managerial Economics

University of Azuay
Jessica Estefania Fox