Sharlene Peralta

Sharlene S. Peralta 813 Bambang, Los Baños, Laguna- |- PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Proactive communications professional with experience in internal and external communications, media relations, and database administration. Deadline-driven and highly motivated. SKILLS Communication. Exceptional listener & communicator who effectively transfers information verbally and in writing, both in English and Filipino. Adaptability. Flexible personality that can thrive in environment that requires the ability to efficiently prioritize and manage multiple concurrent projects within a timeframe. Interpersonal. With good interpersonal skills, thus a valuable team player who excel at building trusting relationships with colleagues; and has the ability to establish rapport with a diverse group of characters. Organizational. Goal-driven leader who maintains a productive climate and motivates others to meet high performance standards with planning and management skills. Instruction. A passionate conveyor of knowledge to learning individuals and can deliver quality lessons to meet the need of the audience, as well as inspire them. Values. Among all other things, possesses strong work ethics, is hardworking, responsible, reliable, honest, and loyal who works with positive attitude and confidence. EXPERIENCE International Rice Research Institute - Los Baños, Laguna Senior Assistant – Communication, June 2013-June 2017     Project Coordinator - Plant Growth Facility (PGF) - Lead the communication initiatives of PGF which includes conceptualization, key messaging, branding and development of collaterals Implemented the organization’s innovative, creative and effective communication campaigns and events Managed and conceptualized internal communication channels such as iTV & LED screens and IRRI Bulletin, which are intended to make employees and visitors informed about the Institute’s events and milestones Disseminated press releases, IRRI Bulletin, media invitations using MailChimp email marketing software   Set up the strategy and operations for internal communication channels such as the organization’s LED digital signage and iTV Produced timely and impactful communication materials Media Research and Database Associate, May 2009-May 2013        Served as the primary point of contact for incoming general inquiries, including requests for meetings and interviews with the Institute's executives and experts Built and maintained international and local media contacts database (Salesforce) Coordinated with local and international media to promote IRRI's mission Conducted research of IRRI's media coverage and monitored the Institute's media presence Provided feedback by sending media coverage reports of IRRI's scientific projects to department heads Handled international and local media visitors Handled IRRI’s social media presence RCG Information Technology – Makati City, Manila Quality Assurance/Test Analyst, May 2006-Jan 2009   Responsible in development, proofreading and testing forms for different business divisions (Property, Casualty and Specialty Insurance) Created test measures from requirements documents, best practices, and user interviews Financial Network Services – Makati City, Manila Technical Writer May, 2005-May 2006   Coordinated with the developers to create documentations such as user guides, file and field definition guides Reviewed test plans and procedures to ensure adequate coverage of system requirements Viventis Solutions, Inc. – Ortigas, Pasig, Manila Technical Writer, Nov 2003-May 2005   Developed user manuals, configuration guides and reference manuals Reviewed technical documentation and procedures TRAININGS/SPECIAL COURSES Social Media & Online PR Training (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) Information Security Management System Workshop Training on Diplomatic Protocols Salesforce User Training (Singapore) Sept 2012 July 2012 June 2012 Feb 2011 EDUCATION B.A. Mass Communication Cavite State University AY- PERSONAL INFORMATION Date of Birth: December 19, 1981 Place of Birth: San Pablo, Laguna Nationality: Filipino Religion: Roman Catholic Civil Status: Married REFERENCES Sophie Clayton Senior Consultant Currie Communications Tel: - Email:-Antonette Abigail Caballero Former Associate Manager, Communication Unit International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) Mobile: - Email:-Regina Lipio Resource Manager RCG Global Services Tel:- ext 5646 Mobile: - Email:-