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Building on the success of our inaugural 'Life of a Diplomat' event back in May, we are excited to announce the second instalment in this compelling series. We welcome all students and young professionals considering a career in diplomacy to our second instalment of the Young Professionals – 'Life as a Diplomat' Series, on Thursday 29 August.
Our distinguished guest speaker is Estelle Parker, co-CEO at Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA), and former Senior Career Diplomat with a 20-year career at the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).
Explore a career diplomat's first-hand experiences working in Australia and overseas, learn about essential diplomatic skills, and discover various career pathways and opportunities in diplomacy.
What are the experiences and insights of an experienced diplomat? What challenges may they face? How can young professionals kick-start their careers in diplomacy?
Join AIIA Victoria for an informational session under Chatham House Rule with an experienced diplomat, where you will gain a deeper understanding of what a career in this field entails and network with like-minded students and young professionals.
Light refreshments will be served.
To see the flyer, please click here.
Attendees are encouraged to purchase their AIIA VIC Young Professionals membership prior to purchasing an event ticket. The AIIA VIC Young Professionals annual membership is ideal for tertiary students and early career professionals under the age of 35 and gives members discounted and free tickets to our events throughout the year.
AIIA Victoria gratefully acknowledges the Walter Mangold Trust Fund for its ongoing support of our young members.
Agenda
- Doors Open
- Life as a Diplomat
Estelle Parker
Estelle Parker
Co-Chief Executive Officer at Responsible Investment Association AustralasiaEstelle Parker is co-CEO at Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA) and a former senior diplomat with a distinguished 20-year career at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). Estelle served, inter alia, as Acting Ambassador and Deputy Ambassador to Mexico, Central America and Cuba; Deputy State Director (Victoria); Policy Adviser to the Regional Assistance Mission to Solomon Islands; and as Director overseeing the development and management of bilateral relationships. Since 2023, Estelle specialises in government relations and policy-making at RIAA. Estelle holds a Master of Public Policy and Management (First Class Honours), Master of Communications (With Distinction), Bachelor of Arts (First Class Honours) and Certificate in Business Sustainability Strategy.
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