Natalie Dutka-Bowskill

Natalie Dutka-Bowskill has a extensive work history, demonstrating their leadership and management skills. Natalie began their career as a Staff Trainer and Trainee Floor Manager at McDonald's, where they quickly progressed to a Floor Manager role. Natalie then worked at Beefeater as Bar and Restaurant Staff during the summer holidays while studying at university.

Natalie's next role was at the Continuum Group, where they held multiple positions simultaneously. Natalie served as a Duty Manager, responsible for the day-to-day operations of The Clarence Hotel, and also took on the role of Staff Trainer, providing training to all staff and creating a training matrix for the Spinnaker Tower staff.

Following this, Natalie joined the University of Portsmouth Students' Union (UPSU), where they held various managerial positions. Natalie started as a Student Activities Manager, overseeing the leadership of the department and managing student clubs and societies. Natalie then became a Projects and Groups Manager, leading the development and implementation of a new department to align with the union's strategic plan. Natalie also took on the role of Insights, Projects, and Groups Manager, managing a team in research and data analysis, and eventually became the Student Opportunities & Operations Manager, focusing on offering additional skills and training opportunities to students. Currently, Natalie serves as the Head of Student Development at UPSU, where they manage strategic initiatives, oversees staff teams, and leads on various aspects such as international students strategy, freedom of speech responsibilities, and health and safety.

Overall, Natalie's work experience showcases their diverse skill set and ability to adapt to different roles and responsibilities.

Natalie Dutka-Bowskill's education history begins in 2007 when they attended the University of Portsmouth and obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in English Language and Literature. Natalie then pursued further education at the same institution and received a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Francophone Africa in 2012.

In addition to their formal education, Natalie has also obtained several certifications. In 2012, they completed the EDI Level 2 Award for Personal License Holders. A year later, in 2013, they became a Trainer for the World Host Principles of Customer Service - Retail, accredited by The National Skills Academy - Retail. In 2018, they obtained multiple certifications including FAA Level 2 Award in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Defibrillation (RQF), FAA Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF), FAQ Level 3 Award in Education and Training, FAQ Level 3 Award in Oxygen Therapy Administration, FAQ Level 3 Award in the Immediate Management of Anaphylaxis, First Aid Assessors and Internal Quality Assurance CPD Training, First Aid at Work Instructor/Assessor, Immediate Management of Anaphylaxis Instructor, and Oxygen Therapy Administration Instructor. Natalie also obtained the certification of Defibrillation Instructor from Firat Aid Awards Ltd.

Most recently, in March 2021, Natalie obtained a certification in Unconscious Bias from LinkedIn. Additionally, they are currently in progress of completing the Nebosh National Diploma at Phoenix, though specific completion dates are not provided.