Motivated and detail-oriented masters graduate with excellent research and analytical skills. Recently completed a second master's degree in Global Risk with a focus on energy and climate change. Ambitious, highly self-motivated with the ability to work creatively and think commercially, exceptional attention to detail, and strong interpersonal and organization skills. Extremely passionate about geopolitics and sustainability.
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CASSIDI BECK
London,UK
Summary
Overview
7
years of professional experience
12
years of post-secondary education
Work history
PayflexJohannesburg
Senior Account Manager
2020.01 - 2021.08 (1 education.year_Label & 7 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Performed a thorough analysis of the changing policy landscape in South Africa concerning data, technology, and consumer trends to develop effective business strategies.
- Established and maintained executive-level relationships with key clients in the retail industry, driving brand activation and fostering successful partnerships.
- Supervised a team of six professionals to create an in-store business strategy that yielded a 15% increase in usage and a 10% rise in sales.
Johannesburg Holocaust & Genocide CentreJohannesburg
Project Manager
2018.01 - 2020.12 (2 education.years_Label & 11 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Increased funding by 15% and international visitors by 20% through effective stakeholder management.
- Managed a team of 12 to curate the center's online database, resulting in a 30% increase in user engagement.
- Ensured high-quality project completion by organizing timelines, budgets, deliverables, and delegation of tasks.
University of Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch
Executive Student Leader
2014.09 - 2017.12 (3 education.years_Label & 3 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Orchestrated successful large-scale events for the student body, leading four teams to foster a sense of community.
- Developed and maintained operational policies, ensuring effective disciplinary actions were taken when necessary.
- Fostered open communication between staff and students, identifying and meeting their needs through collaboration.
Education
Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International StudiesBologna, Italy
MA from Global Risk
2021.08 - 2022.12 (1 education.year_Label & 4 education.months_Label)
University overview
- Member of Environmental Society.
- Majored in Climate Change & Sustainability.
- 3.8. G.P.A
University of Stellenbosch
MA from Political Science
2018.01 - 2019.12 (1 education.year_Label & 11 education.months_Label)
University overview
- Thesis "Rise of Strongman Leaders and Increased Geopolitical Risk."
University of South Africa
BComm from Business Management
2015.01 - 2019.12 (4 education.years_Label & 11 education.months_Label)
University overview
Coursework: Economics, Global Business Operations, Commerical Law.
University of Stellenbosch
BA from Political Science
2014.01 - 2017.12 (3 education.years_Label & 11 education.months_Label)
University overview
- Cum Laude.
- First team girls soccer player.
- First in my class.
- Member of Golden Key Society.
Skills
- Research and analysis
- Project management
- Microsoft Office
- Geopolitics
- Cross-cultural communication
- Stakeholder engagement
Languages
English
Native
Italian
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies
MA from Global Risk
2021.08 - 2022.12 (1 education.year_Label & 4 education.months_Label)
Senior Account Manager
Payflex
2020.01 - 2021.08 (1 education.year_Label & 7 education.months_Label)
University of Stellenbosch
MA from Political Science
2018.01 - 2019.12 (1 education.year_Label & 11 education.months_Label)
Project Manager
Johannesburg Holocaust & Genocide Centre
2018.01 - 2020.12 (2 education.years_Label & 11 education.months_Label)
University of South Africa
BComm from Business Management
2015.01 - 2019.12 (4 education.years_Label & 11 education.months_Label)
Executive Student Leader
University of Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch
2014.09 - 2017.12 (3 education.years_Label & 3 education.months_Label)
University of Stellenbosch
BA from Political Science
2014.01 - 2017.12 (3 education.years_Label & 11 education.months_Label)