Joulia Ewaida is a research and operations assistant with experience in research, writing, and project support. She has a BA in International Studies from the American University of Sharjah, with concentrations in International Relations and a minor in Psychology. Previously she has held roles as a research assistant, writing tutor, and volunteer. She has strong research, writing, analytical and soft skills and is proficient in English, Arabic and Bulgarian.

1. JOULIA EWAIDA
Mobile number: +971 50-8026525
Email: juliaow_2010@hotmail.com
EDUCATION
Jun 2011- Jun 2015 American University of Sharjah
Bachelor of Arts in International Studies
Concentration: International Relations
Minor: Psychology
GPA: 3.41
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Nov 2015 - Present ABHATH - Al Thuraya Consultancy and Researches L.L.C.
Research and Operations Assistant for CEO
 Actively assisting CEO: managing files, emails, and communication.
 Conducting research on cases concerning political developments (marked confidential).
 Supporting the political consultant with material on demand, including research and oral interpretation.
 Operating analyst in team dealing with data management, client reporting, and problem resolution.
 Active organizer of the Charity Dinner by The Palestinian Center for Perseverance “Fata” which aimed to
introduce the center in the UAE and raise donations for the Palestinian people through the Emirates Red Crescent.
 Contributed to researching and developing of briefing paper for keynote speaker at the 2015 ATA 61GA
Conference “Cooperative Security and Interconnected Threats”.
 Contributed to research efforts for the Symposium “5 Years After the Arab Spring” at Sorbonne University in
Paris, organized by Le Centre International de Géopolitique et de Prospective Analytique (CIGPA).
Sept 2013- Jan 2015 American University of Sharjah: Writing Center
Writing Tutor/Consultant
 Assisting students to develop their writing skills by identifying and addressing their strengths and weaknesses.
 Helping students improve and complete their writing assignments by discussing, explaining, and applying various
academic writing concepts and strategies.
 Maintaining simultaneous professional and peer relations with tutees in order to facilitate the learning experience.
 Holding front desk and administrative duties: greeting incoming students, addressing inquiries, clarifying
concerns, writing report forms for tutorial sessions, entering report forms into the online database, booking
appointments for tutees, and answering phone calls.
June 2014- Aug 2014 INEGMA- Institute for Near East and Gulf Military Analysis
Research Assistant Intern
 Researching qualitative and quantitative data for assigned tasks.
 Compiling profiles on persons of interest for the Counter- Piracy Conference on plenary tabs such as
counterterrorism, de-radicalization, and futurism.
 Writing reports and articles on current projects, including the UAE Threat Assessment Project, the Counter-Piracy
Project as well as other strategic and political issues.
 Editing and proofreading material written for publication.
 Assisting the research specialists with material on demand.
 Creating administrative booklets on excel and keeping them updated.

2. EXTRACILLUCULAR ACTIVITIES
(2015-2016) FBMI- Fatima Bint Mohammed Initiative
Volunteer
 Working as a member of the volunteer team to welcome and attract guests inside the FBMI installation at the
2015 Dubai Design Week.
 Informing and raising awareness about FBMI's cause in terms of the initiative's importance in bringing positive
change to the Afghani people, especially the primary objective of empowering women and encouraging
development based on the practice of economic sustainability.
 Contributing by handling the photography of the event.
(2014-2015) AUS Model United Nations
Member of the CSW Organizing Committee
 Taking up shifting duties as a member of the media team.
 Editing publications such as articles and blog posts.
 Functioning as photographer for the conference.
(2013-2014) Peer Leadership Program
AUS Peer Leader
 Welcoming and guiding new students and their parents during Orientation Day.
 Facilitating the transition of the freshman students to university life and familiarizing them with the guidelines
and tips for academic and personal achievement.
(2013- 2014) Community Services Organization
AUS Volunteer
 Sorting and selling used books.
 Organizing and supervising the CLEANCO appreciation event.
 Participating in activities involving elderly persons and orphans.
HONORS, AWARDS, & QUALIFICATIONS
 AUS Dean's List Scholarship: Spring 2012 | Fall 2012
RELEVANT SKILLS & QUALITIES
Soft Skills:
 Good team leading abilities
 Experienced in multiple styles of writing
 Proficient analytical and critical thinking skills
 Working knowledge of psychological research methodologies
Computer Skills:
 Microsoft Office
 Social Networking
 Working knowledge of Minitab
Languages:
 English | Native Proficiency
 Arabic | Limited Working Proficiency
 Bulgarian | Limited Working Proficiency
Qualities:
 Tolerant |Fast-learner |Persistent |Patient | Observant |Mediator| Friendly