Dhwani Mothay
Junior Manager
Summary
Graduate in Environment and Sustainable Development with hands-on experience in university administration and event management. Currently working as a Junior Manager at O.P. Jindal Global University, supporting the planning and execution of institutional events, stakeholder coordination, and facility operations. Experienced in working with diverse teams across academia, NGOs, and public-sector projects, with strong skills in communication, operations, and on-ground execution.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Junior Manager
O.P Jindal Global University
08.2025 - Current
- Led planning and on-ground execution of university events, conferences, and official engagements.
- Managed end-to-end event logistics, including vendor coordination, venue readiness, and operational timelines.
- Coordinated guest experience and protocol management for dignitaries, speakers, and visiting stakeholders.
- Oversaw facility and guest experience across lounges, guest rooms, and executive residencies by monitoring service quality and implementing improvements as required.
Food and Mess Committee Secretary
O.P Jindal Global University
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Addressed concerns related to mess operations and food quality, ensuring effective communication and proposing solutions for improvement, including sustainable practices such as the introduction of biodegradable cups.
Social Media Coordinator
GAIA - The Environment Society, O.P Jindal Global University
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Managed Instagram content which included the creation of posts and stories, and curated content for GAIA events to enhance online engagement and visibility.
Teaching Assistant
O.P Jindal Global University
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Appointed as the teaching assistant for the course "Introduction to Climate Change and Policy" course, providing mentorship to first-year students for the academic year 2024-25.
Intern
India Lost and Found
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Authored four research papers on heritage sites in India and conducted interviews with resource people.
Class Representative
O.P Jindal Global University
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Elected as the class representative for two consecutive academic years 2022-23 and 2023-24.
Intern
Karnataka State Planning and Policy Commission, UNDP- SDGCC
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Composed a report on building climate resilience in coastal Karnataka and contributed to budget analysis by preparing a brief on the state budget for forest, ecology, and environment.
Social Media Intern
EcoKaari
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Worked on various projects to create content for social media handles through posts, reels, videos, and curated social media strategies to widen user engagement.
General Secretary and Head of Student Outreach
Indian Student Community
01.2021 - 07.2023
- My work has ranged from over 70 hours of on-ground social service during the COVID-19 pandemic including vaccination drives, flood relief, and healthcare support to managing logistics for community initiatives, organizing entrepreneurial and fundraising events, and leading environmental action through plantation drives.
Student Career Representative
Office of Career Services at O.P Jindal Global University
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Elected as the student career representative to aid students in securing internships, organizing guest lectures by experts and conducting networking sessions.
Legal Intern
Wildlife Conservation Society
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Wrote an article on Digital Sequencing Information and its significance in conservation.
- Conducted research on biodiversity conventions, forest laws, and acts.
Mentor
Project Avesta
06.2021 - 07.2022
- A non-profit organization dedicated to enabling continuity of education and holistic development for underprivileged students from government and low-income private schools, where I served as a mentor under the Big Sisters Program and raised ₹10,000 to support online learning through the purchase of electronic tablets during COVID-19.
Education
B.A (Hons.) - Environment and Sustainable Development
O.P Jindal Global University
01.2025
Grade XI-XII - undefined
Mallya Aditi International School
01.2022
Skills
Event coordination
Publications
Homestays can help with Himalayan Sustainability, https://www.thestatesman.com/opinion/homestays-can-help-with-himalayan-sustainability-1503403483.html
Timeline
Junior Manager
O.P Jindal Global University
08.2025 - Current
Food and Mess Committee Secretary
O.P Jindal Global University
08.2024 - 05.2025
Social Media Coordinator
GAIA - The Environment Society, O.P Jindal Global University
08.2024 - 05.2025
Teaching Assistant
O.P Jindal Global University
08.2024 - 11.2024
Intern
India Lost and Found
06.2024 - 07.2024
Intern
Karnataka State Planning and Policy Commission, UNDP- SDGCC
01.2024 - 02.2024
Social Media Intern
EcoKaari
06.2023 - 07.2023
Legal Intern
Wildlife Conservation Society
01.2023 - 02.2023
Class Representative
O.P Jindal Global University
09.2022 - 05.2024
Student Career Representative
Office of Career Services at O.P Jindal Global University
08.2022 - 05.2023
Mentor
Project Avesta
06.2021 - 07.2022
General Secretary and Head of Student Outreach
Indian Student Community
01.2021 - 07.2023
Grade XI-XII - undefined
Mallya Aditi International School
B.A (Hons.) - Environment and Sustainable Development
O.P Jindal Global University