Marisela Rivera

About Marisela Rivera

Accomplished communications and global affairs professional with a diverse background spanning journalism, higher education, and public service. Currently serving as an Asylum Officer with USCIS, I bring expertise in international law, human rights, and global security.Previously, I worked as a reporter for Japan’s largest newspaper, covering the United Nations Security Council with regional concentrations in Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. I also served as Assistant Director for Global Engagement at Fairleigh Dickinson University, where I fostered cross-cultural programs and taught courses on Global Issues and Cross-Cultural Perspectives as an adjunct professor.With over a decade of experience in customer service, administration, and problem-solving roles, I combine meticulous attention to detail with a deep understanding of political science, international diplomacy, and cross-cultural communication.

Experience

1. Adjunct Professor

   Fairleigh Dickinson University

   Aug 2022 — Present · NJ, US

Education

• Florida State University

  Bachelor's Degree, Political Science and International Relations Minor in Communications

  2012 — 2014

• Seton Hall University

  Master's degree, International Relations and Diplomacy

  2015 — 2017

Skills

• Microsoft Word
• Nonprofits
• Public Speaking
• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Public Relations
• Lobbying
• Management
• Leadership Development
• Microsoft Office
• Public Policy
• Bilingual Communications
• International Relations
• Homeland Security
• Social Networking
• Event Planning
• Social Media
• International Development
• Customer Service
• Community Outreach
• Research
• Spanish
• Hispanic Marketing
• Emergency Management
• Time Management
• Political Science
• Fundraising
• International Law
• Hospitality
• Facebook
• Communication
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Customer Satisfaction