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Alethea Wong

Alethea Wong

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Master of Public Policy Candidate at the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford | Jardine Scholar

  • Education

    • HELP University

      2016 - 2018
      Bachelor’s Degree Psychology

      Activities and Societies: Peer Support Group (Event Director), Malaysian Psychology Student Assembly 2016 (Academic Research Trainee), HELP University 30-Hour Famine DIY Camp 2016 (Programme Committee), Peer Support Group (Peer Supporter)

    • University of Oxford

      2024 -
      Master of Public Policy (MPP)

      Activities and Societies: Exeter College, Oxford Student Union (OUSU), Oxford Union

    • Kolej Universiti Sunway

      2015 -
      Pre-University, Australian Matriculation Programme (AUSMAT) Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE)

      Activities and Societies: Sunway University 30-Hour Famine DIY Camp 2015 (Programme Committee), Voices of Moderation Youth Campaign (Ambassador of Moderation) Courses: English as an Additional Language or Dialect, Accounting and Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Psychology

  • Experience

    • Young Corporate Malaysians (YCM)

      Jan 2017 - Dec 2019

      • Assisted with the planning and development of the organization's 3-year strategic roadmap including identification of strategy, key objectives, measurable KPIs, industry opportunities, and potential risks.• Formulated marketing and communications strategies whilst overseeing the organization’s ongoing operations and procedures.• For YCM related matters, kindly contact me at alethea.wong@ycm.org.my.

      • Deputy Chairperson

        Jan 2019 - Dec 2019

      • Convenor

        Jan 2017 - Dec 2018

    • PwC Malaysia

      May 2017 - Aug 2017
      People & Organization Consulting Intern

      • Applied change management processes and tools to create strategies to support the adoption of technology and changes required by organizations involved in major transformation projects. • Developed a new interactive methodology for compiling and presenting data for reports and projects. • Supported the design, development, delivery and management of communications and training programs.• Conducted impact analyses, assessed change readiness and training effectiveness.

    • Harvard Project for Asian and International Relations (HPAIR)

      Dec 2017 - Sept 2018
      Conference Programming Associate | Asia Conference

      • Curated and researched topics that promote the understanding of the economic, political, social, and cultural issues facing the Asia-Pacific region.• Managed prominent international speakers and prepared content for speech delivery.• Represented Malaysia as one of the 300 delegates worldwide for a fully-funded trip to the HPAIR Harvard Conference 2018 under the Business and World Economy track at Harvard University.

    • Parliament of Malaysia

      Mar 2019 - Jun 2019
      Executive Intern to the Member of Parliament for Subang

    • Prime Minister's Department

      Jul 2019 - Sept 2019
      Perdana Fellow to the Deputy Prime Minister

    • Kementerian Belia Dan Sukan

      Aug 2019 - Dec 2024
      Ministerial Appointee at the National Youth Consultative Council

      The National Youth Consultative Council is a statutory entity established under the Youth Societies & Youth Development Act 2007 (Act 668) to deliberate and advise the Government on youth development in Malaysia.

    • Parliament of Malaysia

      Oct 2019 - Sept 2021

      • Spearheaded the establishment of the inaugural Parliamentary Special Select Committee on International Relations and Trade, Finance and Economy, and maintained working relationships with stakeholders, such as senior government officials, foreign dignitaries, and industry leaders.• Conducted policy research on institutional reforms, economic, social, environmental, and political issues, including for the Leader of the Opposition.• Analysed the annual federal budget, legislation, bills, and produced parliamentary briefs, questions, speeches, and press statements.• Led a diverse team of staffs and managed the day-to-day operations of the parliamentary office. Show less

      • Chief of Staff to the Member of Parliament for Subang

        Jun 2020 - Sept 2021

      • Research Officer to the Member of Parliament for Subang

        Oct 2019 - Sept 2021

    • Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI)

      Mar 2020 - Apr 2020
      Academic Fellow | Civic Engagement

    • Parliament of Malaysia

      Dec 2021 - Nov 2022
      Head of Policy Research at the Leader of Opposition’s Office

    • Parliament of Malaysia

      Mar 2023 - Sept 2024
      Special Functions Officer to the Speaker of the House of Representatives

    • The Commonwealth

      Feb 2025 - now
      Research Assistant

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Open Water Diver

      PADI
      Aug 2020

    • Lifetime Member

      Psi Chi The International Honor Society in Psychology
      May 2017

    • Advanced Open Water Diver

      PADI
      Apr 2022

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Alethea Wong
      Jardine-Oxford Graduate Scholarship Jardine Foundation Sep 2024
    • Awarded to Alethea Wong
      Winner Maxis Stars of What's Next Aug 2018 The Maxis Stars of What’s Next rewards and celebrates Malaysian undergraduate students who not only excel in their studies but also actively engage themselves in projects and activities that they are incredibly passionate about. • Awarded as one of the top 3 Maxis Stars of What’s Next 2018 Award Winner in the nation, based on academic achievements and extracurricular involvement… Show more The Maxis Stars of What’s Next rewards and celebrates Malaysian undergraduate students who not only excel in their studies but also actively engage themselves in projects and activities that they are incredibly passionate about. • Awarded as one of the top 3 Maxis Stars of What’s Next 2018 Award Winner in the nation, based on academic achievements and extracurricular involvement. • https://www.maxis.com.my/en/about-maxis/maxis-career/stars-whats-next.html• https://vimeo.com/294559754• https://www.prospectsasean.com/maxis-stars-of-whats-next-award-winners-2018/?utm_source=award_winners_maxis&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=wpid_3175_maxis Show less
    • Awarded to Alethea Wong
      Presenter The 6th ASEAN Regional Union of Psychological Societies (ARUPS) Congress Feb 2018
    • Awarded to Alethea Wong
      Merit Award HELP University May 2017 Awarded a partial scholarship for academic achievements in all Year 1, Year 2, and Year 3.
    • Awarded to Alethea Wong
      Presenter Malaysian International Psychology Conference (MIPC) May 2017
    • Awarded to Alethea Wong
      Presenter Malaysian Psychology Students Assembly (MAPSA) Nov 2016
    • Awarded to Alethea Wong
      Distinction Award HELP University May 2016 Awarded an entrance scholarship for academic achievements in pre-university to pursue an undergraduate degree at HELP University.
    • Awarded to Alethea Wong
      Platinum Award Sunway Student Volunteers Mar 2016 Awarded the highest award given to volunteers across Sunway Student Volunteers in recognition of service to the Sunway Student Volunteers for the year 2015/2016.
    • Awarded to Alethea Wong
      Special Scholarship Sunway College Jan 2015 Awarded a partial scholarship for excellence in academia and extra-curricular activities to pursue Australian Matriculation at Sunway College.

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Democracy Support Assistant

      Issued by Oxford SU on Feb 2025
      Oxford SUAssociated with Alethea Wong

    • Volunteer

      Issued by #Undi18 on Feb 2019
      #Undi18Associated with Alethea Wong

    • Campaigner

      Issued by The 111 Initiative (Powered by UNDI18) on Mar 2020
      The 111 Initiative (Powered by UNDI18)Associated with Alethea Wong

    • Mentor

      Issued by Malaysian Public Policy Competition (MPPC) on Aug 2019
      Malaysian Public Policy Competition (MPPC)Associated with Alethea Wong

    • Deputy Chairperson

      Issued by Young Corporate Malaysians (YCM) on Jan 2019
      Young Corporate Malaysians (YCM)Associated with Alethea Wong

    • Head of Community Outreach & Collaborations

      Issued by UNAM Youth on Jul 2017
      UNAM YouthAssociated with Alethea Wong

    • Convenor

      Issued by Young Corporate Malaysians (YCM) on Jan 2017
      Young Corporate Malaysians (YCM)Associated with Alethea Wong

    • Consultant

      Issued by The ICMS Consulting Group (ICG) on Feb 2018
      The ICMS Consulting Group (ICG)Associated with Alethea Wong

    • Campus Leader

      Issued by Teach For Malaysia on Apr 2017
      Teach For MalaysiaAssociated with Alethea Wong