Omer Ibrahim
Tilburg
Summary
I possess the ability to significantly contribute to the iterative development of complex, transdisciplinary research projects aimed at optimizing scientific yield. I demonstrate expertise in complementing a scientific research program with ethnographic investigation, assessment, and evaluation of its progress. I enjoy the status of an established social scientist with a Master's Degree in social science, a background in communication and journalism studies, and a reputation for producing high-quality original research. I have a proven record of developing a nationally and internationally recognized research profile in social science, specifically applied to problems of engagement, evidence, and decision-making translational research and development.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
12
12
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Freelance Policy Consultant
12.2019
- My work involves leading and conducting research on various topics, supporting the implementation of policy shifts, developing policy recommendations, and coordinating correspondence and issues management briefings
- I am adaptable and can work in a changing work environment.
Communication & Engagement Specialist
Plan International
01.2004
- During this time, I was responsible for creating, editing, and writing internal and external communications across various media platforms
- I worked on publications such as newsletters, emails, online content, announcements, and events
- My job also involved coordinating with different teams to produce engaging and informative content for employees
- Additionally, I was responsible for responding to on-call situations during emergency code activations and news media situations.
Project Coordinator
Partnership for Development
07.2017 - 10.2019
- The Community Enterprise sub-component needs to assess and develop the following functions: - Support and coordinate PEFs and evaluate community enterprise activities
- Establish a reporting structure and link with other AREDP units
- Develop a work plan, staffing plan, and training plan for PEFs
- Establish a tracking system and monitor PEFs' performance
- Evaluate community enterprise activities and coordinate training needs
- Assess and report on clustering and graduation activities
- Coordinate with other AREDP units and provide reports on community enterprise activities
Business Development Advisor
Sudan Aid Federation
07.2015 - 06.2017
- I was responsible for improving the financial stability of the Sudan Aid Federation
- I worked closely with programs to secure funding from institutional and Partnerships & Philanthropy sources
- My responsibilities included providing business development support and coordination for the development of institutional fundraising strategies, scoping donors, building donor relationships, gathering donor intelligence, and developing proposals
- I also collaborated with other teams to streamline business development processes and facilitated the design, development, and delivery of training and other capacity-building initiatives
- Through my active involvement in planning, budgeting, monitoring, and reporting, I made significant contributions to the team and directorate objectives.
Senior Editor and Translator
Aspire Zone Foundation
02.2010 - 06.2015
- My responsibilities included reviewing various marketing projects, developing a consistent editorial voice and tone, and ensuring all corrections and revisions were accurately made
- I worked across different media formats, managed the marketing components of newly-released tours, and created editorial calendars
- Additionally, I experimented with new ways to increase the discovery of IMD content, coordinated priorities among stakeholders, and reported on core KPIs
- I utilized data to inform and influence decision-making across the business.
Information Specialist and Translator
Royal Tropical Institute (KIT)
01.2002 - 12.2003
- My duties included writing press releases and news articles, translating Arabic documents to English, liaising with the press, arranging press conferences and events, managing media in a crisis, and developing media relations with local, regional, and national media
- I also advised members and officers, developed innovative media strategies, and analyzed media activity.
Copy Editor
Sudan Now Magazine
08.2000 - 01.2002
- My duties included coordinating journalistic activities, assigning duties to reporters, writing economic and developmental articles, networking with local authorities, managing a team, and liaising with the editor, writers, and agents.
Education
MSc in Sociology & Social Anthropology -
Khartoum University
Khartoum 01.1997 - 12.1998
BSc in Economics & Rural Development - undefined
Gezira University
Skills
Policy analysis
undefinedCertification
Communication in the 21st Century Workplace, University of California, Irvine
Timeline
Freelance Policy Consultant
12.2019
Project Coordinator
Partnership for Development
07.2017 - 10.2019
Business Development Advisor
Sudan Aid Federation
07.2015 - 06.2017
Senior Editor and Translator
Aspire Zone Foundation
02.2010 - 06.2015
Communication & Engagement Specialist
Plan International
01.2004
Information Specialist and Translator
Royal Tropical Institute (KIT)
01.2002 - 12.2003
Copy Editor
Sudan Now Magazine
08.2000 - 01.2002
MSc in Sociology & Social Anthropology -
Khartoum University
01.1997 - 12.1998
BSc in Economics & Rural Development - undefined
Gezira University
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