Dia Salimata
About Dia Salimata
Dia Salimata serves as the Head of Operations at Planned Parenthood Federation of America and has been an Administrative Associate at UN Women since 2019. With a background in Hospitality Administration and Management, she has held various leadership roles that emphasize team motivation and innovative practices.
Current Role at Planned Parenthood Federation of America
Dia Salimata serves as the Head of Operations at Planned Parenthood Federation of America, a position she has held since 2016. Based in Dakar, Senegal, she has spent eight years in this role, where she focuses on operational leadership and team management. Her responsibilities include integrating innovative ideas with practical realities to motivate her team and enhance organizational effectiveness.
Experience at UN Women
Dia Salimata has been associated with UN Women as an Administrative Associate since 2019. In this role, she has contributed to administrative functions for five years in Dakar, Senegal. Her previous experience with UN Women includes a brief tenure in 2019, where she worked for one month in a similar capacity.
Educational Background in Hospitality Management
Dia Salimata studied Hospitality Administration/Management at Glion Institute of Higher Education, earning a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from 2009 to 2012. She also completed a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Hospitality and Tourism Management at Universite Cheikh Anta Diop Ecole Superieur Polytechnique in 2009. Additionally, she pursued an English Language International Program at Suffolk University of Dakar in 2008.
Previous Work Experience in Hospitality
Dia Salimata has a diverse background in the hospitality sector. She worked as a Guest Service Officer at Grand Hyatt in the United Arab Emirates in 2013. Prior to that, she served as an Events Coordinator at Relais & Châteaux in Vevey, Switzerland, from 2010 to 2012. She also gained experience in the Front Office Department during her internship at Euro Disney Associés SCA from 2011 to 2012 and worked at Terrou-Bi Hotel & Resort***** in Dakar from 2014 to 2016.
Leadership and Team Management Skills
Dia Salimata has demonstrated effective leadership skills throughout her career. She has a track record of organizing and leading teams, emphasizing a positive and team-oriented approach. Her commitment to equity and respect in professional settings reflects her dedication to fostering a collaborative work environment.