Trisha Dinsdale, Fgpa
About Trisha Dinsdale, Fgpa
Trisha Dinsdale is a General Assistant at Save the Children UK, with over 17 years of experience in administrative roles across various international organizations, including the World Health Organization. She possesses strong communication skills, cultural awareness, and a background in business administration and hotel management.
Work at Save the Children
Trisha Dinsdale has been serving as a General Assistant at Save the Children UK since 2020. Based in Northallerton, England, she has contributed to the organization's mission for four years. In this role, she supports various administrative functions and ensures efficient operations within the organization.
Previous Experience at World Health Organization
Trisha Dinsdale has extensive experience with the World Health Organization (WHO), where she worked for over 14 years in various capacities. Her roles included Executive Assistant/Travel Assistant to the Director-General and the Executive team from 2010 to 2017, Personal Assistant to the Assistant Director-General for Health Security and Environment from 2007 to 2010, and Secretary in the Tropical Diseases Research department from 2003 to 2004. This background provided her with a strong foundation in high-pressure environments.
Education and Certifications
Trisha Dinsdale has pursued various educational opportunities to enhance her skills. She studied Business Administration and Management at New Skills Academy, achieving CPD Certification in 2020. Additionally, she attended the Swiss Hotel Management School, where she earned a Management and F&B Certificate from 1997 to 1999. She also completed an accounting course through The Open University - OpenLearn in 2020.
Administrative Skills and Expertise
With over 17 years of experience in administrative roles, Trisha Dinsdale possesses advanced skills in planning, leadership, and communication. She is known for her ability to draft correspondence, proofread documents, and take minutes effectively. Her strong cultural awareness and multilingual abilities have been developed through her extensive international experience, allowing her to communicate diplomatically and discreetly with diverse stakeholders.
Global Experience and Multilingual Skills
Trisha Dinsdale has a global mindset shaped by her extensive international work experience. She has worked in Geneva, Switzerland, for multiple organizations, including the Permanent Mission of Indonesia to the United Nations. Her multilingual skills, combined with her passion for travel, enhance her ability to navigate diverse environments and communicate effectively across cultures.