Melissa Stichel
Graduate Fellow Una-nca Graduate Fellowship Program @United Nations Association of the National Capital Area
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WORK HISTORY
Graduate Fellow Una-nca Graduate Fellowship Program @United Nations Association of the National Capital Area
Washington, DC, US
Selected Fellow in the United Nations Association of the National Capital Area (UNA-NCA) Graduate Fellows Program, engaging in high-level policy dialogue on global governance, institutional reform (UN80), multilateral finance, and international accountability frameworks.Participate in discussions with diplomats, UN officials, and governance leaders on strengthening oversight mechanisms, institutional integrity, risk governance, and sustainable development systems.Integrating global governance insight with professional expertise in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), with a focus on policy modernization, control integrity, and cross-sector collaboration within multilateral institutions.Strengthening strategic leadership capacity at the intersection of compliance, international systems, and global public policy.
EDUCATION
University of Management and Technology
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
University of Management and Technology
Executive Certificate, Project Management
University of Management and Technology
Master’s Degree, Management
Intellectual Point - IT Training and Business Solutions
AI
Intellectual Point
Certificate, Enrolled in UiPath RPA Associate Developer Masterclass
Intellectual Point - IT Training and IT Business Solutions
Nvidia AI in the Data Center
University of the Potomac
Doctor of Business, Business Administration and Management, General
SKILLS
ABOUT MELISSA STICHEL
Cybersecurity and governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) professional with experience across cross-domain environments, security controls, and risk frameworks, and an expanding focus on international governance and policy through a United Nations Association (UNA) fellowship.I specialize in translating technical security and compliance requirements into clear, governance-aligned strategies that support assurance, accountability, and stakeholder decision-making. My background includes authorization and compliance environments, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration between technical and non-technical teams.As a U.S. Navy veteran, I bring a disciplined, systems-level approach to risk and governance, with interests in GRC, security policy, enterprise and third-party risk, and international or mission-driven organizations operating at the intersection of technology, policy, and global coordination.I help professionals communicate with clarity, confidence, and precision—skills essential in high-trust, mission-critical environments. My work focuses on sound-first speaking, structured communication, and strengthening leadership presence. I am seeking opportunities to apply these capabilities in a cleared setting.
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