Joana Sousa

Available to hire

Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

Portuguese
Fluent
French
Advanced
English
Fluent
German
Beginner

Work Experience

QA Analyst at Losch Digital Lab
February 1, 2022 - Present
Conducted web and mobile testing across functional, non-functional, regression, and end-to-end scopes to ensure high performance and reliability. Created test cases, identified vulnerabilities, and ensured comprehensive test coverage. Documented issues, proposed fixes, and supported process improvements to elevate product quality. Engaged with cross-functional teams, managed stakeholder communications, and contributed to strategic development, event management, and mobility initiatives. Oversaw budgeting, payments, and financial reporting to maintain fiscal transparency. Coordinated mobility student integration and produced detailed performance and impact reports.
Executive Officer at SGroup - Universities in Europe
October 1, 2019 - January 31, 2022
Led program administration for the SGroup network, including web and mobility initiatives, event planning, and stakeholder engagement. Managed budgets and marketing for events ranging from 10 to 1,000 attendees, coordinated on-site support and follow-up, and driven membership growth and global outreach. Built and maintained partnerships, ensured compliance with Erasmus+ guidelines, and produced detailed reports on mobility projects and outcomes. Collaborated with developers and external partners to gather requirements and monitor progress.
International Relations Officer at University of Porto
May 1, 2017 - July 31, 2019
Managed international relations and mobility programs for the university, maintaining key relationships and coordinating with international education networks. Organized events, outreach activities, and stakeholder communications to support collaboration with government bodies and international partners. Collaborated with internal teams to gather requirements, review progress, and ensure quality and alignment with strategic goals.

Education

Course at Agile Project Management with Scrum
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Course at Introduction to Project Management, University of Porto
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Post-graduate at Post-graduation study in Tourism and Hospitality Management, Porto Business School
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Master at Masters in International Economics and Management, University of Porto
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017
Bachelor at Degree in Languages and International Relations, University of Porto
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2014
Course at Udemy - Agile Project Management with Scrum
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Course at University of Porto - Introduction to Project Management
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Post-graduate at Porto Business School - Tourism and Hospitality Management
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Master at University of Porto - International Economics and Management
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Degree at University of Porto - Languages and International Relations
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

Software Testing Masterclass: From Novice to Expert
November 1, 2022 - November 30, 2022
JIRA Test Management using ZEPHYR for TESTERS
January 1, 2023 - January 31, 2023
Mobile Testing Masterclass - From The Beginning
January 1, 2023 - January 31, 2023
Software Testing Masterclass (From Novice to Expert)
January 1, 2022 - December 30, 2025
JIRA Test Management using ZEPHYR for TESTERS
January 1, 2023 - December 30, 2025
Mobile Testing Masterclass - From The Beginning
January 1, 2023 - December 30, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Non-Profit Organization