Scotland's International Development Alliance

As the Digital Communications and Events Coordinator for Scotland's International Development Alliance, I am responsible for managing the online presence of our organisation. I oversee our social media channels and website, sharing relevant news, updates, and opportunities for our members and the wider public. This includes creating engaging and informative digital marketing materials, such as newsletters, flyers, and videos, and managing website content, to promote our organisation's vision, mission, and values.

I also help to coordinate and facilitate various events throughout the year, including webinars, workshops, and networking sessions, to showcase the work and impact of SIDA's members and their partners. 

Additionally, I assisted with the preparation and delivery of SIDA's Annual Conference, which brought together hundreds of stakeholders from the Development Sector in Scotland and beyond.

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Forth Valley Chamber of Commerce

As Marketing and Events Executive, my role included organising the marketing activities for the Chamber, researching and writing the Chamber’s monthly newsletter and articles for a local business magazine, and engaging with our Members to raise their profile and promote their businesses. In addition to this, I managed the content on the Chamber's website. Throughout the Pandemic, I also managed the Chamber’s in-house Track & Trace app, allowing local companies to implement test and tracing protocols in their premises. 

I was also responsible for planning, coordinating, and running the Chamber’s diverse events programme, both online and in-person, from the popular Let’s Network and Hub Club Series, to exclusive ‘Behind the Scenes’ events, Workshops, and Charity Lunches. 

My role later expanded to include assisting in the planning and delivery of our Chamber's International Trade Missions as part of Scottish Chambers’ International Trade Partnership (ITP2) programme. During these missions, my responsibilities included assisting in the creation of the marketing plans for the missions, developing the itineraries, exporting product samples abroad, and facilitating online meetings between the delegates and speakers.

Marketing and Events Executive

Marketing and Events Graduate

Stirling University Innovation Park Ltd

In conjunction with my role at Forth Valley Chamber of Commerce, I also supported the Operations Team at Stirling University Innovation Park. Working in both roles required a strong ability to multi-task and prioritise workloads, whilst performing effectively under pressure. 

My responsibilities included:
- Assisting Innovation Park Tenants and Visitors with any queries
- Controlling all incoming and outgoing mail for the Innovation Park
- Planning, organising, and running conferences and events within the Innovation Park
- Assisting with onsite maintenance duties

Operations and Administration Support

Asda

As an Ambient Nights Colleague, I was responsible for stock replenishment and inventory management. My role as an Ambient Nights Colleague developed my team-working and time management skills, balancing a nightshift role with my full-time studies at University. 

Working in this role gave me invaluable insights into the practicalities of supply chains, logistics, and visual merchandising in the retail sector which informed my research throughout my undergraduate studies at University.

Ambient Nights Colleague

I am part of the incredible team at Scotland’s International Development Alliance, dedicated to connecting individuals and organisations across borders and promoting sustainable global development.

We represent a diverse range of organisations and individuals including NGOs, businesses, academic institutions, and public sector bodies operating in over 100 countries.

In addition to my masters studies, I have completed a Modern Apprenticeship in Digital Marketing with Skills Development Scotland, a Micro-credential with the University of Glasgow exploring intercultural interactions, and previously studied Marketing at the University of Stirling, graduating in 2019.

Email: david@intdevalliance.scot

Digital Marketing | Events | Membership Services | Networking | International Development

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