Yoga
Judith Cristina Valdivia Rivera
International Affairs
Santa Cruz
Summary
Professional in academic internationalization, global cooperation, and volunteer management, with over a decade of experience in developing strategic alliances, mobility programs, and intercultural projects in the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Combines MBA studies and a Master’s in Higher Education with practical experience in building internationalization policies, training leaders, and fostering agents of change from higher education. Passionate about education as a tool to reduce inequalities and promote global citizenship.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
National Analyst for Agreements and International Relations
Universidad Católica Boliviana San Pablo
08.2020 - Current
- National and international interinstitutional relations.
- Management of student, faculty, and researcher mobility programs (domestic and foreign).
- Strengthening higher education internationalization through policies and strategies.
- Internationalization at home, and curriculum internationalization.
- Development of intercultural skills and structuring a globalized education.
- International marketing and positioning through audiovisual materials to actively promote UCB’s internationalization and relationships with foreign partners.
- Internationalization of research through the visibility of activities, such as competitions and fundraising.
- Coordination of the 'Waliki Friends' volunteer program to welcome international students and foster cultural exchange.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
- Enhanced team collaboration by providing clear communication of complex findings through visualizations and reports.
- Improved internal knowledge sharing by developing comprehensive documentation outlining standard operating procedures for various tasks.
- Increased efficiency by streamlining data analysis processes and implementing automation tools.
- Create the policy for the internationalization of the university.
- Increase the network of universities to 230 in 30 countries.
- Increase the number of students in mobility from 30 per year up to 150 students.
- Fulbright proposal accepted to develop the project, Fulbright Hays, in the Andes to host a group of 15 students from the University of Mississippi, USA.
- Proposal accepted to host 20 students from the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile.
- Structure the International Marketing Strategy.
Assistant of International Affairs
Universidad Católica Boliviana San Pablo
05.2016 - 08.2020
- Support for the development of international relations between U.C.B. with NGOs, foreign universities, and international institutions.
- This is in order to promote and strengthen the educational processes at the national level that the university develops.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Organized international events.
Coordinator of Volunteer Programs
UpClose Bolivia
01.2016 - 04.2016
- Managed five volunteer programs and a community tourism project.
- Implemented, facilitated, and planned activities within the Foundation and community tourism project.
- Managed incoming volunteer programs.
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, resulting in seamless project execution and enhanced outcomes.
- Improved project outcomes with meticulous attention to detail in planning phases, ensuring all requirements were met ahead of deadlines.
- Spearheaded volunteer program that expanded organization's community outreach, enhancing its public image and engagement.
- Host 30 volunteers who worked on 6 social projects.
Coordinator of Environmental Education Program
Fundación Canaru
07.2015 - 12.2015
- Managed and developed environmental education campaigns.
- Created and facilitated educational workshops for children, parents, and communities.
- I supported the marketing strategy.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Conducted comprehensive market research to inform strategic planning, leading to more targeted and effective project initiatives.
- Streamlined administrative processes, allowing for more efficient use of resources and better support for project teams.
- Enhanced team communication by implementing weekly coordination meetings and detailed project update emails.
- Spearheaded volunteer program that expanded organization's community outreach, enhancing its public image and engagement.
- Manage 3 campaigns from the environmental program.
Technical Cooperator
British International Service (UNAIS)
07.2014 - 06.2015
- Supported the development of social projects.
- Provided logistical support for 90 U.K. volunteers.
- Worked with vulnerable populations including children and youth.
- Developed workshops and supported the 'World Citizens' program.
- Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Led cross-functional teams to develop solutions for complex business challenges, improving overall organizational effectiveness.
- Work on five social projects.
Intern
Vice Ministry of Tourism, Bolivia
03.2014 - 06.2014
- Supported tourism promotion activities.
- Generated web content.
- Provided logistical support for press trips and events.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Assisted in development of new product feature, contributing to user-friendly experience.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
Intern
Marie Stopes International Bolivia
08.2013 - 12.2013
- Produced materials.
- Facilitated sexual and reproductive health workshops for youth, parents, and Indigenous women.
- Supported national marketing campaigns.
- Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
- Participated in planning and execution of community outreach programs, strengthening community relations.
Workshop Facilitator for Elderly University
Universidad Católica Boliviana
02.2011 - 12.2012
- Managed community life and service programs for seniors.
- Organized social advocacy activities.
- Volunteer
- Led debriefing sessions following each event where learners could reflect upon what they had learned in order to solidify their understanding.
- Work with 15 students.
University Social Service Assistant
Universidad Católica Boliviana
08.2010 - 12.2012
- Supported course management and volunteer coordination.
- Provided administrative assistance.
Support Team
SECRAD & World Health Organization
09.2010 - 09.2011
- Monitored and evaluated the COMBI-Malaria project.
- Collected data in endemic zones.
- Processed project information.
Education
Master’s - Higher Education
Universidad Católica Boliviana 'San Pablo'
La Paz, Bolivia12-2025
MBA - International and Global Business
UCB - School of Production And Competitiveness
La Paz10.2025
Diploma - Volunteer Management and Organizational Strengthening
Pontificia Universidad Católica Del Ecuador
Ecuador01.2024
Diploma - Internationalization Management of Higher Education
Universidad Nacional Del Comahue
Argentina01.2024
Training - International Staff Week
University of Minho, Braga, Portugal
Braga, Portugal.01.2021
English - Business
School of Productivity And Competitiveness
La Paz01.2021
Diploma - Classroom Management and New Technologies
Universidad Católica Boliviana
La Paz01.2019
Diploma - Higher Education
Universidad Católica Boliviana
La Paz, Bolivia01.2019
Training - Management of Internationalization
Leibniz Universität Hannover, DAAD & HRK, Universidad De Guanajuato – Germany & Mexico
Germany, Mexico.01.2018
Diploma - Action Research in Education
Universidad Católica Boliviana
La Paz01.2017
Management and Administration - Volunteer Programs
Universidad NUR
Santa Cruz01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Social Communication
Universidad Católica Boliviana
La Paz, Bolivia 05.2001 -
Diploma - Education for Diversity
Universidad Católica Boliviana
La Paz, Bolivia01.2014
Specialization - Gender Communication for Social Change
Universidad Católica Boliviana & Universidad De Málaga, Spain
La Paz, Bolivia01.2013
Photography production and exhibition - Photography
Municipal Government of La Paz & Casa Espejo Cultural Center
La Paz, Bolivia01.2012
Skills
- Proposal writing and project formulation
- Team leadership and development
- Conflict resolution and adaptability
- Video and image editing
- Microsoft Office
- Social media and website management
- Experienced with Google Workspace applications
- Event planning and execution
- Management of IA tools
- Language proficiense
- Analytical thinking
Interests
Cooking
Photography
Trekking
Readings
Movies and Series
Timeline
National Analyst for Agreements and International Relations
Universidad Católica Boliviana San Pablo
08.2020 - Current
Assistant of International Affairs
Universidad Católica Boliviana San Pablo
05.2016 - 08.2020
Coordinator of Volunteer Programs
UpClose Bolivia
01.2016 - 04.2016
Coordinator of Environmental Education Program
Fundación Canaru
07.2015 - 12.2015
Technical Cooperator
British International Service (UNAIS)
07.2014 - 06.2015
Intern
Vice Ministry of Tourism, Bolivia
03.2014 - 06.2014
Intern
Marie Stopes International Bolivia
08.2013 - 12.2013
Workshop Facilitator for Elderly University
Universidad Católica Boliviana
02.2011 - 12.2012
Support Team
SECRAD & World Health Organization
09.2010 - 09.2011
University Social Service Assistant
Universidad Católica Boliviana
08.2010 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Social Communication
Universidad Católica Boliviana
05.2001 -
Master’s - Higher Education
Universidad Católica Boliviana 'San Pablo'
MBA - International and Global Business
UCB - School of Production And Competitiveness
Diploma - Volunteer Management and Organizational Strengthening
Pontificia Universidad Católica Del Ecuador
Diploma - Internationalization Management of Higher Education
Universidad Nacional Del Comahue
Training - International Staff Week
University of Minho, Braga, Portugal
English - Business
School of Productivity And Competitiveness
Diploma - Classroom Management and New Technologies
Universidad Católica Boliviana
Diploma - Higher Education
Universidad Católica Boliviana
Training - Management of Internationalization
Leibniz Universität Hannover, DAAD & HRK, Universidad De Guanajuato – Germany & Mexico
Diploma - Action Research in Education
Universidad Católica Boliviana
Management and Administration - Volunteer Programs
Universidad NUR
Diploma - Education for Diversity
Universidad Católica Boliviana
Specialization - Gender Communication for Social Change
Universidad Católica Boliviana & Universidad De Málaga, Spain
Photography production and exhibition - Photography
Municipal Government of La Paz & Casa Espejo Cultural Center
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