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Ola Mirzoeva

Any last bit of advice for students looking into get into this sector?

Ola tells us what you can doing right now, in your group projects at school, that will ultimately help you when trying to enter the world of international development.
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Do you have tips for networking or cold calling?

Ola tells us the one thing you can arm yourself with that will make networking so much easier - and it only takes 30 seconds.
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Are there common mistakes that young people make in this field?

Ola tells us about a common “missed opportunity” that she sees young people make.
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Talk to us about education. Is an advanced degree necessary? Are there other valuable certifications?

Find out what courses and certifications Ola says could give you an edge in this sector.
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What’s out there for someone who’s interested in working in this sector? What are the various fields and streams?

Ola tells us about a few roles within the international development sector that would be great for business graduates.
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What traits and abilities are important for success in this sector?

Ola talks to us about grit.
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What advice would you give to someone about to embark on this path?

Ola gives us three pieces of advice, including the benefits of living outside of the ex-pat community.
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What professional challenges did you face?

Ola talks about getting over her fears of feeling unqualified, and dealing with the ‘old boys club’ of the mining industry as a young woman.
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What were some of the challenges you faced, moving to and working in East Africa for the first time?

Ola talks about the shock of not being able to blend in with local populations, and the emotional toll of living in ex-pat communities.
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What is an average week for a senior commercial officer at the High Commission in Tanzania?

Ola breaks down her role between daytime events and nighttime events.
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The Aga Khan Fellowship program was very competitive. What do you think set you apart from the other applicants, and eventually got you the position?

Ola breaks down three things she thinks set her apart from the other candidates.
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You first went to Tanzania with the Aga Khan Foundation. Can you tell us more about that opportunity, and the application process?

Ola talks to us about paid internships abroad with the Aga Khan Foundation.
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