Experience

Emirates College for Advanced Education

• United Arab Emirates
• Higher Education
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Senior Specialist - Events and Media

  • Oct 2019 - Present

   Implement and assist in the development of the Marketing and media plans  Lead the organization and implementation of internal and external activities such as communication, media, marketing and recruitment events, conferences , and national events ensuring that ECAE is presented in positive and consistent manner.  Liaise with departments and stakeholders to develop promotional materials (e.g. purchasing and procurement Section ), promote the activities of the department and encourage others to contribute in media initiatives.  Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to develop and maintain positive working relationships which promote the dissemination of news and publicity about ECAE: (e.g. speeches, press releases, press interviews, press conferences and Social Media).  Assist in identification, development and monitoring of marketing and communication strategies /campaigns employed by the college. Show less



Zayed University

• United Arab Emirates
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Events and Public Relations Officer

  • Jan 2018 - Oct 2019

  Events Management: Plans and implements all activities and events associated with the VPO on the AbuDhabi Campus. Ensures exceptional planning and execution of major VPO events related to Abu Dhabi Campus. Provides timely, comprehensive and professional interaction with appropriate parties to offer services in support of University events. Reviews event arrangements organized by other departments or colleges as requested to assure presentations meet the standards of the University Maintains listing of events for the VP Office Abu Dhabi Campus.VIPs & VPO Guests/Visitors: Maintains a data base of VIP guest names and contact details. Actively Supports planning, preparing and implementing all plans for VPO visitors and events on the Abu Dhabi campus: Put together diverse elements in support of VIP visits and events to the Abu Dhabi campus. Organizes multiple visits and events, sometimes on a very short notice. Events’ Marketing: Liaises with the Marketing & Publications Department for all printed materials and banners as needed for events.Scholarship Programs: Supports the recruitment process and application collection for the study abroad scholarship programs. Also, handles all aspects of mass mail outs regarding Scholarships and student notifications. Show less

• Administrative Assistant - Activities

  • Nov 2014 - Jan 2018

   Contributing to the Holistic Student Life Development Program. Handling Club registrations, officer, advisor and membership lists. Contributing to events (Orientation, National Day, ZU Festival, Innovation and Creativity week, Cultural Week, Eftar Day, Graduation Ceremony) coordinated by department. Handling the daily tasks of running Community Service Projects and develop activities to best utilize the facility Creating and designing forms related to Community Service Projects and different Activities. Writing reports to various activities performed in university as part of Student Life Activities per quarter correlate to the KPI. Producing detailed proposals for events (e.g. timelines, venues, suppliers …etc.) Securing and booking suitable venue or location Coordinating venue management, caterers, stand designers, contractors, equipment Identifying and securing speakers or special guests Leasing with clients and designers to create a brand for the event and organizing the production of tickets, posters, catalogues and sales brochures, plus social media coverage Developing and implementing training programs and workshops aligned to the University strategic plan and vision. Show less



International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)

• United Arab Emirates
• International Affairs
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Junior Associate

  • Jun 2013 - Oct 2014

   Drafting and implementing a plan for outreach to UAE institutions, including government agencies, universities and schools.  Coordinating the Agency’s communication with relevant UAE institutions.  Fostering the Agency’s relationship with different universities.  Planning IRENA’s participation i n national events and campaigns  Supporting the communication team in coordinating with local media for IRENA events and outreach activities including Council and Assembly.  Conducting a survey to IRENA members after the 4th session of IRENA’s General Assembly.  Assisting with the translation and edits of different IRENA documents such as press releases, brochures and the Agency’s internal documents. Show less