Julius Merin

Supports executive coordination by facilitating communication between the Executive Board and key institutional stakeholders. Assists in governance initiatives, leadership transition, and organizational continuity through executive consultations, documentation systems, and institutional coordination.

Executive Liaison Officer - Ateneo Biological Organization (BOx)

(2026-08)

• Supports executive coordination by facilitating communication between the Executive Board and key institutional stakeholders.
• Assists in governance initiatives, leadership transition, and organizational continuity through executive consultations, documentation systems, and institutional coordination.

Vice President for External Affairs - Ateneo Biological Organization (BOx)

(2025-08 - 2026-05)

• Led the Department of External Affairs across 3 AVP portfolios and 5 Deputies, providing strategic direction and oversight for partnerships, sponsorships, marketing strategies, science communication, and community engagement initiatives.
• Co-led Project Planning Seminars for 16 projects by evaluating marketing strategies, promotional calendars, and publicity timelines while copywriting, proofreading, and editing official captions, social media spiels, and external communication materials.
• Reviewed and supported project-level partnership and sponsorship initiatives by providing strategic recommendations, standardized templates, partner databases, and operational resources to guide external relations subcores in stakeholder engagement.
• Oversaw BOxTV and InsekTuto: BioEducation Project, two department-led initiatives focused on science communication and community engagement; InsekTuto engaged 25+ Aeta children in Pampanga through interactive lessons on insect biology and biodiversity.

BOx Night – Programs Head - Ateneo Biological Organization (BOx)

(2025-05 - 2025-06)

• Conceptualized the event flow and developed program segments, including games and tributes, while coordinating speakers and performers.
• Managed onsite program implementation and ensured smooth transitions throughout the event.

Social Media Head - 36th International Biology Olympiad (IBO 2025)

(2025-04 - 2025-07)

• Led a 6-member Social Media team in developing communication strategies, publication calendars, and promotional timelines across Facebook and Instagram.
• Produced and edited 20+ publicity materials and crafted official captions and social media spiels, contributing to 60 published posts, 480,000+ views, and 5,700+ recorded interactions across both platforms.
• Coordinated with 5+ committees, university offices, and external partners to facilitate publicity production, delegate assignments, and ensure timely delivery of campaign materials.

LoveBOx 2026: Earthbound Echoes – Executive Committee Member - Ateneo Biological Organization (BOx)

(2025-09 - 2026-02)

• Oversaw the Marketing & Publicity sector, coordinating with committee heads to align promotional initiatives with the project's environmental and biodiversity advocacy.
• Helped oversee the implementation of a 3-day concert-for-a-cause involving 100+ members and 10 performers, culminating in 1,079 attendees.
• Contributed to a campaign generating 1.15M+ Facebook views and 392K+ reach, supporting fundraising efforts that allocated ₱30,000 to Save Sierra Madre Network Alliance, Inc.

LoveBOx – Promotions Volunteer - Ateneo Biological Organization (BOx)

(2024-11 - 2025-02)

• Ideated promotional materials to build traction for the concert-for-a-cause while incorporating BOx's animal welfare and bioeducation advocacy.
• Edited short-form videos, teasers, and other publicity materials according to campaign themes and production guidelines.

SustainaBOx – Promotions Volunteer - Ateneo Biological Organization (BOx)

(2024-10 - 2025-03)

• Developed promotional concepts for sustainability talks and workshops, incorporating themes aligned with sustainable development.

Philippine Biology Olympiad – Communications Subcore - Ateneo Biological Organization (BOx)

(2024-11 - 2025-03)

• Coordinated communications and contacted schools regarding prospective student participants in the Philippine Biology Olympiad.

Associate Vice President for Creative Operations - Science and Technology Organization of Ateneo (STOA)

(2026-08)

• Oversees planning and production of publicity materials across organizational projects, coordinating writers, designers, and media teams to ensure cohesive communication.
• Manages publication schedules, monitors production timelines, and maintains consistency across the organization's digital platforms.

Associate Vice President for Member Relations and Engagement - Science and Technology Organization of Ateneo (STOA)

(2025-11 - 2026-06)

• Assisted the VP for Internal Affairs in overseeing member relations and engagement initiatives while supporting the planning and implementation of department projects and internal activities.
• Co-headed STOAmbay Week, engaging 157 unique participants across its week-long member engagement activities and coordinating its implementation designed to strengthen member participation.

ARSAfest 2026: SIDLAK – Flea Market & Activities: Programs Member - Ateneo Resident Students Association (ARSA)

(2025-11 - 2026-03)

• Contributed to the management and operations of the Flea Market, facilitating the sale of 139 pre-loved items across three days and helping raise ₱23,460 for the initiative.
• Developed the opening program flow for ARSAfest and coordinated with hosts and performers.
• Assisted in planning and executing interactive community-building activities, including Bingo Night, Movie Night, Friendship Bracelet Making Station, Dedication/Karaoke Booth, and Marriage Booth.

ARSAfest 2025: SADYA – Human Resources Member - Ateneo Resident Students Association (ARSA)

(2024-11 - 2025-03)

• Tracked and documented volunteer service hours across project committees.

Dorm Community Appreciation Day – Programs Department Member - Ateneo Resident Students Association (ARSA)

(2024-10 - 2024-11)

• Developed program segments including games and raffles and prepared materials for implementation.
• Assisted in onsite program execution and facilitated games.

ARSA Dance Troupe – Member - Ateneo Resident Students Association (ARSA)

(2024-01 - 2025-12)

TUGONversation – Programs Committee Member - TUGON Ateneo

(2025-11 - 2025-11)

• Coordinated with speakers and hosts regarding program flow, scripts, and event requirements.
• Developed and proofread scripts and operational schedules while coordinating with Logistics.
• Monitored program timing and prepared contingencies to ensure smooth event execution.

Secretariat Committee Head – Adoption Awareness Month 2025: Flea Market - TUGON Ateneo

(2025-10 - 2025-10)

• Led pre-event secretariat operations by managing sign-ups, assigning booth shifts, and building comprehensive tracking systems for compliance and vendor submissions.
• Oversaw day-of secretariat execution by sending daily shift reminders, coordinating ingress and egress documentation, and requesting and organizing booth photos.

Reseta Pool – Creatives Member - The Pre-Medical Society of the Ateneo (PMSA)

(2024-11 - 2025-04)

• Illustrated and developed layouts for monthly research-based health and medical content, translating information into accessible visual materials for public health awareness.

Volunteer Formation Member - Alay Ni Ignacio (ANI)

(2024-08 - 2025-04)

• Assisted in volunteer formation and preparation in coordination with the Volunteer Care Unit for tutoring senior high school students.

RecWeek Publicity Member - Alay Ni Ignacio (ANI)

(2024-08 - 2024-08)

• Edited graphic materials for online dissemination and RecWeek displays.

COA RecWeek 2025: Voyage – Programs Deputy - College of Arts RecWeek 2025

(2025-07 - 2025-09)

• Served as Programs Deputy assigned to Application Week (A-Week) and coordinated with participating organizations on their gimmicks and ensuring activities met guidelines before and during RecWeek.
• Monitored Org-Led Events (OLEs) to ensure adherence to allotted schedules and compliance with event regulations.
• Developed and edited host scripts and coordinated directly with hosts and participating organizations during A-Week to facilitate smooth program transitions and event execution.

Ateneo Orientation Seminar (OrSem) 2025: Sigla – Day Show Brandings Deputy - Ateneo de Manila University

(2025-06 - 2025-08)

• Collaborated with volunteers from the Entertainment Subcommittee and Documentation & Publications Committee to establish the visual branding for Day Show.
• Managed the pre-event conceptualization and coordination of branding requirements, including the preparation and filing of Job Order Forms (JOFs) for requested materials.

South Africa Competitors Guide - 36th International Biology Olympiad (IBO 2025)

(2025-07 - 2025-07)

• Served as a designated guide for South African competitors, assisting with event navigation, schedules, and participant concerns throughout the Olympiad.

Blue Rose 2025 – Secretariat Volunteer - Ateneo de Manila University

(2025-06 - 2025-06)

• Assisted with attendee registration and wristband distribution to facilitate attendance tracking and event entry management.

Biology Open House – Registration Volunteer - Ateneo de Manila University

(2025-05 - 2025-05)

• Assisted with registration and attendee management for incoming Biology and Life Sciences students.

BS - Life Sciences (Communication Track) - Ateneo de Manila University (2024-01)

High School Diploma - Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Strand - Lipa City Science Integrated National High School (2022-01 - 2024-06)