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
Budgeting expertise
Project Planning
Written Communication
Certification
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