Senior outreach and Communications executive, with 20+ years of experience
Global outlook: worked in HQ and in the field in Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America and the US ● Created and executed communications strategies for international organizations (with annual budgets up to US$130 million) working in the areas of science, climate and international development ● Led diverse teams, creating a positive atmosphere where innovation thrives and people can grow ● Managed communications budgets and resources ● Prepared crisis communications plans and reacted to crises ● Managed editorial content, digital communications and social media growth ● Strong writing and editing skills ● Supported senior leadership with articles, op-eds, speeches and statements ● 5+ years of experience in multimedia journalism: proficient in print, broadcast and digital media ● Led successful campaigns and advocacy initiatives ● Extensive network of media contacts: got positive coverage and successfully pitched op-eds in major outlets ● Acted as spokesperson and conducted media trainings ● Supported rebranding and organizational change ● Experienced in external affairs, resource mobilization and partnerships ● Highly organized, with strong project management skills ● Strong focus on systems and results: reorganized workflows, adapted cloud tools, created policies, monitored analytics and KPIs ● Trilingual: English, French, Spanish; fluent in Indonesian; speaks Italian, Portuguese and other languages
Specialties:
Strategic communications: institutional, campaigns, events
Crisis communications
External relations and advocacy
Media relations: Spokesperson
Content strategy and editorial planning
Writing and editing (AP style)
Web strategy and implementation
Digital strategy and social media
Brand development
Internal communications and information management
Fundraising, proposal writing, reporting and donor liaison
Policy development
Photography, video and multimedia production
Political analysis and commentary