Rocco Pellegrino | Psychology | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Rocco Pellegrino | Psychology | Best Researcher Award

Mr at Monash University Australia

Rocco Pellegrino is a provisional psychologist based in Mernda, Victoria, Australia. With strong skills in verbal communication, client care, and ethical practice, he provides psychological assessments and interventions. He is currently pursuing a Master’s in Educational & Developmental Psychology at Monash University. Rocco has experience in working with students, including providing mental health literacy programs and supporting neurodivergent clients. His hobbies include tabletop board games, futsal, and watching sports.

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🎓 Education 

Rocco holds a Master’s degree in Educational & Developmental Psychology (Monash University, 2021-2024), a Graduate Diploma of Psychology Advanced (Monash University, 2019-2020), and a Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Monash University, 2017-2018). His studies have focused on clinical assessments, mental health interventions, and research in the psychology of personal responsibility and life satisfaction.

💼 Experience

Rocco currently works part-time as a psychologist at Templestowe College, providing assessments and teacher training. He also works part-time at Affirmative Minds Psychology, focusing on neurodivergent and LGBTQA+ clients. He has gained experience facilitating youth programs and community mental health initiatives with Monash University.

🏆 Awards & Honors

Rocco has received numerous academic distinctions, including High Distinction (HD) in Clinical Assessments, Advanced Clinical Interventions for Mental Health, and Ethics for Professional Practice at Monash University. His thesis project on “Adverse Childhood Experiences and Life Satisfaction” earned him further recognition.

🔬 Research Focus

Rocco’s research centers on the experiences of young LGBTQA+ Australians and their use of offline and online peer support, exploring themes like online safety, identity exploration, and the risks and benefits of both online and in-person support. His research aims to inform policies that enhance online safety and community spaces for LGBTQA+ individuals.

Conclusion

Rocco’s work exemplifies a high level of research rigor and social relevance, particularly in its focus on marginalized groups within the LGBTQA+ community. The study not only addresses significant gaps in current knowledge but also contributes meaningfully to the ongoing conversation about inclusivity and support for LGBTQA+ youth. Based on his impactful findings, strong methodological approach, and dedication to real-world implications, Rocco is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

📚Publications 

Title: Exploring the Experiences of Young LGBTQA+ Australians’ Use of Offline and Online Peer Support
Journal: Journal of Homosexuality
Publication Date: 2024-12-10
Type: Journal Article
DOI: 10.1080/00918369.2024.2440375
ISSN: 0091-8369, 1540-3602
Contributors: Rocco Pellegrino, Lefteris Patlamazoglou

 

Jetmir Zyberaj | Psychology | AcademicInnovator YoungAchiever Award

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Mr.  Jetmir Zyberaj | Psychology | AcademicInnovator YoungAchiever Award

 Mr at Roland Berger,  Germany

Jetmir Zyberaj is a Work and Organizational Psychologist based in Munich, Germany. With a diverse career spanning human resources, consulting, and academia, Jetmir brings expertise in leadership, organizational development, and performance management. Fluent in multiple languages, he has collaborated internationally across sectors, including roles at Roland Berger and the University of Bamberg. Passionate about creating impactful change in organizational settings, Jetmir combines deep psychological insight with practical human resource strategies. His professional memberships and active involvement in organizations such as AOM and EWOP underline his commitment to advancing organizational psychology.

 

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Education 🎓

Ph.D. in Work & Organizational Psychology (University of Bamberg): Jetmir’s doctorate work centers on leadership feedback and employee performance, with coursework covering human resource management, change management, and teamwork. Master’s in Psychology (M.Ed.) (Technical University of Munich): Focused on innovative learning environments, emotion regulation, and self-efficacy, Jetmir’s Master’s studies emphasized the development of interpersonal and educational communication skills. Bachelor’s in Psychology (B.Sc.) (University of Prishtina): Core studies included organizational, clinical, and social psychology, with a strong emphasis on research methods, cognitive psychology, and English for psychology, graduating with a GPA of 8.5/10.

Experience 💼

HR Expert (Roland Berger GmbH): Managed performance evaluations and KPIs for over 400 global leaders, closely collaborating with IT, finance, and payroll for comprehensive data analyses. Research Associate (University of Bamberg): Taught courses on feedback, change management, and teamwork to 300+ students, coordinating projects with Stony Brook University and Hebrew University. Consultant (FiBS Institute): Conducted labor market and educational research for UNICEF and UNESCO across MENA and Albania, securing EU projects worth €300,000. Other Roles: Previously, he contributed as a Research Assistant at TU Munich, Consultant for the EU, and President of the Kosovar Association of Psychology Students (KOAPS).

Awards and Honors 🏆

European Federation of Psychology Students’ Association: Represented KOAPS at the EFPSA Conference in Baarlo, Netherlands, advancing psychology student networks. Project Success: Secured over €300,000 in project funding with FiBS Institute through collaborations with UNICEF, UNESCO, and KfW Development Bank. Leadership Role: Served as President of KOAPS, leading initiatives and organizing social activities for psychology students in Kosovo. Multilingual Proficiency: Fluent in Albanian, English, and German, Jetmir utilizes his language skills in diverse international projects, enhancing cross-cultural collaboration and communication.

Research Focus 🔬

Jetmir’s research centers on leadership, performance feedback, and work relationships within organizations. His Ph.D. thesis explored how leadership feedback impacts employee performance, with a broader focus on human resource management and employee development. Additionally, Jetmir’s collaborations have covered 360-degree feedback, teamwork dynamics, and emotional regulation at work, yielding insights that blend theoretical knowledge with practical HR applications. His international projects also delve into organizational change, innovative learning environments, and leadership effectiveness within diverse cultural contexts.

 Conclusion

Jetmir Zyberaj’s academic, professional, and leadership skills, paired with his unique expertise in organizational psychology and HR, make him a promising candidate for the AcademicInnovator YoungAchiever Award. With his comprehensive experience in both independent and collaborative settings, he has demonstrated a clear ability to innovate in research and apply it practically in global HR contexts. Continued focus on publications and technical skills will only enhance his already impressive profile, aligning with the award’s focus on innovative and impactful contributions in academia.

Publications Top Notes

    1. Developing sustainable careers during a pandemic: The role of psychological capital and career adaptability
      • Authors: J Zyberaj, S Seibel, AF Schowalter, L Pötz, S Richter-Killenberg, J Volmer
      • Year: 2022

     

    1. Gaining feedback acceptance: Leader-member attachment style and psychological safety
      • Authors: M London, J Volmer, J Zyberaj, AN Kluger
      • Year: 2023

     

    1. Predicting employee telecommuting preferences and job outcomes amid COVID-19 pandemic: a latent profile analysis
      • Authors: C Bakaç, J Zyberaj, JC Barela
      • Year: 2020

     

    1. Perceived intrinsic motivation mediates the effect of motive incongruence on job burnout and job satisfaction
      • Authors: C Bakaç, Y Chen, J Zyberaj, HM Kehr, M Quirin
      • Year: 2021

     

    1. Investigating the relationship between emotion regulation strategies and self‐efficacy beliefs among adolescents: Implications for academic achievement
      • Authors: J Zyberaj
      • Year: 2022

     

    1. Attachment style and quality listening: Keys to meaningful feedback and stronger leader-member connections
      • Authors: M London, J Volmer, J Zyberaj, AN Kluger
      • Year: 2023

     

    1. A meta-analytic systematic review and theory of the effects of perceived listening on work outcomes
      • Authors: AN Kluger, M Lehmann, H Aguinis, G Itzchakov, G Gordoni, J Zyberaj, …
      • Year: 2023

     

    1. Beyond LMX: toward a theory-based, differentiated view of leader–member relationships
      • Authors: M London, J Volmer, J Zyberaj
      • Year: 2023

     

    1. A meta-analytic systematic review and theory of perceived listening and job outcomes (performance, relationship quality, affect, and cognition)
      • Authors: AN Kluger, M Lehmann, H Aguinis, G Itzchakov, G Gordoni, J Zyberaj, …
      • Year: 2023

     

    1. Latent transition analysis in organizational psychology: A simplified “how to” guide by using an applied example
      • Authors: J Zyberaj, C Bakaç, S Seibel
      • Year: 2022

NALAILA STEPHANO | Social Sciences | BusinessTrailblazer Achievement Award

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Dr. NALAILA STEPHANO |Social Sciences | BusinessTrailblazer Achievement Award

Dr. Stephano Nalaila is a seasoned professional in Comparative Education and International Studies, serving as a Lecturer at Mzumbe University since 2011. He holds a Ph.D. in Comparative Education and International Studies from Kenyatta University, Kenya. Dr. Nalaila excels in teaching Comparative & International Education, Communication Skills in Management, and Digital Literacy Skills. As the Coordinator of Research and Publications at Mzumbe, he demonstrates strong leadership and a commitment to enhancing report-writing skills among public and private sector officials. His research focuses on digital literacy, educational development, and women’s mobility in urban areas.

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🎓 Education Background

PhD: Comparative Education and International Studies, Kenyatta University, Kenya (2023). M.Ed: Comparative Education and International Studies, Kenyatta University (2015). BA Education (Hons): Linguistics & Geography, University of Dar es Salaam (2009). Diploma in Teachers’ Education: Morogoro Teachers’ College, Tanzania (2005). Advanced Secondary School: Morogoro Secondary School, Morogoro, Tanzania (2002). Ordinary Secondary School: Ihungo Secondary School, Kagera, Tanzania (1999)

💼 Professional Experience

Lecturer: Mzumbe University (2023-Present), Assistant Lecturer: Mzumbe University (2016-2023), Tutorial Fellow: Mzumbe University (2011-2016), Head of Department-Quality Assurance Support Services: Mzumbe University (2015-2018)

📚 Academic Activities

  • Trainer, Consultant, and Researcher in Comparative & International Education, Communication Skills in Management, Digital Literacy Skills.

🏢 Administrative Positions

  • Coordinator: Research and Publications, Directorate of Research, Publications, and Postgraduate Studies (2023-Present)
  • Secretary: Editorial Board, Mzumbe University Research Bulletin (2023-Present)

📅 Trainings, Workshops, Conferences, and Seminars Attended

Regional Convening on the Impact of Private Universities on Public Universities in Africa, KSMS, Nairobi (2024). 3rd Annual Sustainability and Development Conference, University of Michigan (2022, Virtual). 1st International Conference on Digital Transformation, TERNET, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (2021). Transformative Learning Workshop, TESCEA project, Arusha, Tanzania (2018). Annual Forum of the East African Higher Education Quality Assurance Network, Kigali, Rwanda (2018). Introducing Blended Learning and Online Collaborative Research, Mzumbe University (2017). Lib@web Moodle project workshop, Antwerp, Belgium (2016). Quality Assurance in University Academic Setting Training, Morogoro, Tanzania (2014). 21st Century eLearning and Innovation Conference, Nairobi, Kenya (2014). E-learning Africa Workshop, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (2015). Short Courses and Consultancy Skills Training, Mzumbe University, Tanzania (2015)

📑 Consultancy Activities

Establishment of a Centre for Teaching Excellence and Training Materials (2023), Mzumbe University. Annual Health Sector Performance Profile Report (2021), Ministry of Health, Tanzania. Monitoring Implementation of the Tanzania Covid-19 Socioeconomic Response and Recovery Plan (2021-2022), Ministry of Finance and Planning. Curriculum Development (2022), TEA-Morogoro. Development of a Secondary School Teachers’ Manual on Education for Sustainable Development (2018), Tanzania Forest Conservation Group. Installation of an Online Application and Admission System (2017), Mzumbe University. Developing Online Training Material for MBA Programs (2016-2019), Mzumbe University. Institutional Self-Assessment for Re-accreditation (2016-2017), Mzumbe University. Lib@Web Moodle Project to Develop E-literacy and E-contents Course (2016-2017), Flemish Inter-University Council

🔬 Research Activities

Enhancing Low-Income Women’s Mobility and Access to Boda Boda Taxi Services (2023, Ongoing). Practical Challenges and Prospects of Teenage Mothers’ Right to Education in Tanzania (Ongoing). ICT Environment for Learning and Students’ Digital Literacy Skills in Tanzania (Doctoral Work). Classroom Support for Students’ Digital Literacy Skills at Mzumbe University (2022). Women Participation in Agro-Processing SMEs in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (2020). Impact of 3Ks School Reforms and Secondary School Selection Process in Tanzania (2018). Multiple Literacies Approach in Morogoro Regions’ Secondary Schools (2017). Agricultural Input Assessment in Tanzania (2016). Training Needs Assessment for Tanzania Forestry Services Agency (2015). Research Assistant in Alberta-Mzumbe University Collaboration

Publication:📝

  • Classroom support for students’ digital literacy skills for learning in Tanzania’s public universities
    Authors: S Nalaila, V Wawire, PM Gathara
    Journal: Development in Practice
    Volume: 32
    Issue: 7
    Pages: 867-878
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 3

 

  • Students’ Digital Literacy Skills for Learning in Selected Tanzania’s Public Universities
    Authors: S Nalaila, E Emmanuel, Frank
    Journal: Cogent Education
    Volume: 11
    Issue: 1
    Article Number: 2355350
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 1

 

  • Students’ Classroom Use of Information and Communication Technologies: Implication on their Digital Literacy Skills in Tanzanian Universities
    Authors: S Nalaila, V Wawire, PM Gathara
    Journal: Msingi Journal
    Volume: 6
    Issue: 1
    Pages: 108-125
    Year: 2022

 

  • Philosophies, Paradigms and Approaches to Inquiry: Research Methodology
    Authors: D Msabila, N Stephen
    Year: 2017

 

  • ICT use for Teaching and Learning at Mzumbe University-Tanzania
    Authors: S Nalaila
    Institution: Kenyatta University-Nairobi, Kenya
    Year: 2015

 

  • Blended learning in Universities: Students’ Perspectives
    Authors: S Nalaila
    Journal: E-learning Conference-Nairobi
    Volume: 1
    Issue: 1
    Pages: 18-15
    Year: 2014

 

  • Towards effective Research proposal and dissertation writing: Principles and Practices
    Authors: D Msabila, S Nalaila
    Year: 2013