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Stefania Oliviero

Retired Civil Servant
Johannesburg

Summary

Accomplished professional with a distinguished career at the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, adept in problem-solving and excellent communication.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
6
6
Languages

Work History

Trustee

Aleda Trust (Harare) Zimbabwe
08.2009 - Current

Trust Trustee

Director

SHADYFIELD FARM (PVT) LTD
01.1994 - Current

Director of Company

Head of Visa Section

General Consulate of Italy
10.2018 - 07.2024

Heading the Visa Section which is one of the busiest Schengen office in Johannesburg

Head of Consular - Visa Section

Embassy of Italy
09.2012 - 09.2018

Head of Consular and Visa Sections accredited as diplomatic staff

Personal Assistant to the Director General

Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
12.2009 - 08.2012

Personal Assistant to the Director General of the Department for Country Promotion

Responsable for Family Reunion Visas

Consulate General of Italy
09.2007 - 12.2009

Head of the family Reunion Visa Section where there where about 20.000 visas issued for this category per year

Head of Consular Section

Embassy of Italy
10.2002 - 08.2007

Head of the Consulat Department and if the Visa Office, accredited with diplomatic status

Personal Assistant

Directorate General for African Affairs -Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
11.1999 - 08.2002

Personal Assistant to the Director General for Sub-Sahara Africa

Personal Assistant

Italian Embassy Harare
05.1986 - 10.1999
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
  • Assisted in the preparation of presentations and reports, contributing to well-informed decision making.
  • Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
  • Maintained confidentiality and discretion while handling sensitive information relevant to company operations.
  • Served as first point of contact for incoming visitors or phone calls, ensuring prompt responses or directing inquiries appropriately.
  • Aided executive in personal tasks such as scheduling appointments or running errands when needed.
  • Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
  • Managed travel arrangements including flights, accommodations, and itineraries for smooth business trips.

Education

N.A. - Accounting

Species College
Harare, Zimbabwe
1995

Skills

    Problem-Solving

    Excellent Communication

    Decision-Making

    Planning and Coordination

    Teamwork and Collaboration

Timeline

Head of Visa Section

General Consulate of Italy
10.2018 - 07.2024

Head of Consular - Visa Section

Embassy of Italy
09.2012 - 09.2018

Personal Assistant to the Director General

Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
12.2009 - 08.2012

Trustee

Aleda Trust (Harare) Zimbabwe
08.2009 - Current

Responsable for Family Reunion Visas

Consulate General of Italy
09.2007 - 12.2009

Head of Consular Section

Embassy of Italy
10.2002 - 08.2007

Personal Assistant

Directorate General for African Affairs -Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
11.1999 - 08.2002

Director

SHADYFIELD FARM (PVT) LTD
01.1994 - Current

Personal Assistant

Italian Embassy Harare
05.1986 - 10.1999

N.A. - Accounting

Species College
Stefania OlivieroRetired Civil Servant