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Education
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PAULA LILIANA CELY SANDOVAL

Internationalization and Academic Mobility Advisor

Summary

Results-oriented professional with 7+ years of experience in Higher Education and Tourism, specializing in planning, coordinating, and streamlining operational processes. Skilled in managing international agreements, optimizing documentation workflows, and leading academic mobility programs. Proven ability to oversee complex scheduling, ensure regulatory compliance, coordinate volunteer programs, and implement cross-cultural initiatives. Experienced in organizing academic and corporate events, managing logistics for international delegations, and enhancing intercultural engagement. Currently pursuing training in Full Stack and Backend Development (Java), demonstrating a strong commitment to continuous learning and interest in leveraging technology for operational improvement.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
4
4
Languages

Work History

Academic Mobility Advisor

Universidad del Rosario
03.2025 - Current
  • Managed and monitored outgoing academic mobility processes.
  • Ensured data accuracy and coordination with partner institutions.
  • Successfully led timely nomination and follow-up of student applications for the Fall semester, optimizing workflow efficiency.

Mobility Advisor, Interinstitutional Relations Office

Universidad Nacional de Colombia
08.2018 - 02.2025
  • Oversaw international and inter-institutional agreements, aligning processes with institutional goals and regulatory standards.
  • Advised students, faculty, and staff on mobility logistics, visas, and cross-cultural integration.
  • Coordinated the Anfitriones UNAL volunteer program, facilitating mentoring, orientation, and social integration for international students.
  • Implemented the Anfitriones UNAL program across regional campuses, improving international student experience and promoting intercultural exchange.
  • Boosted student engagement and adaptability through inclusive support mechanisms and expanded multicultural opportunities.

Administrative Coordinator

Go Charlie SAS
11.2017 - 06.2018
  • Directed logistics, HR, and administrative operations to support startup growth.
  • Established and refined administrative workflows from the company’s early stages.
  • Played a key role in strategic planning, staff coordination, and operational scalability.

Education

Specialist - Public Relations

Universidad de Medellín
01.2014 - 01.2015

B.A. - Translation English – French – Spanish

Universidad de Antioquia
01.2008 - 01.2013

Skills

Cross-Cultural Communication

Certification

Backend Development with Java, Globant University / Egg

References

  • Tatiana Giraldo Valencia, Head of the Office of Interinstitutional Relations, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Medellín, Antioquia, +57 3174010023
  • Carolina García Valencia, Energy Communities Leader, Ecopetrol, +57 3123762130

Timeline

Backend Development with Java, Globant University / Egg

04-2025
Academic Mobility Advisor - Universidad del Rosario
03.2025 - Current

Bootcamp: Full Stack Web Development, Ministry of Information and Communication Technologies (MinTIC) – Talento Tech

12-2024

Full Stack Developer, Egg Cooperation Education

11-2023

Diploma in Data Analysis and Machine Learning with Python, Facultad de Ciencias Exactas y Naturales, Universidad de Antioquia

11-2022
Mobility Advisor, Interinstitutional Relations Office - Universidad Nacional de Colombia
08.2018 - 02.2025
Administrative Coordinator - Go Charlie SAS
11.2017 - 06.2018
Universidad de Medellín - Specialist, Public Relations
01.2014 - 01.2015
Universidad de Antioquia - B.A., Translation English – French – Spanish
01.2008 - 01.2013
PAULA LILIANA CELY SANDOVALInternationalization and Academic Mobility Advisor