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Fatima Al Mousawi

@fatimaalmousawi

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Human Rights and Policy Specialist with expertise in international diplomacy.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters collaboration, values human rights, and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am a dedicated Human Rights and Policy Specialist with extensive experience in international diplomacy and policy development. My career has been shaped by my work across the UN system, governmental bodies, and global corporations, where I have honed my ability to produce high-impact policy briefs and lead stakeholder engagement. I thrive in environments that require synthesizing complex data into actionable insights and fostering collaboration across sectors.

During my recent internship at the Qatar Mission to the United Nations, I gained invaluable operational knowledge of UN delegation structures and global policy frameworks. My role involved attending high-level meetings and supporting document preparation for diplomatic initiatives. Additionally, my experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Qatar Airways allowed me to lead full-cycle recruitment processes, aligning staffing strategies with business needs and streamlining hiring processes significantly.

With a Master of Arts in Human Rights Studies from Columbia University, I am committed to advancing human rights through effective policy and communication strategies. I am eager to leverage my skills in a dynamic environment that values collaboration and innovation.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Intern

Qatar Mission to the United Nations

Jul 2024 - Present (11 months)

Attended UN high-level meetings to observe multilateral negotiations and supported document preparation for diplomatic initiatives. Gained operational knowledge of UN Delegation structures and global policy frameworks, strengthening organizational and time-management skills.

Diplomatic Initiatives Policy Frameworks Organizational Skills Time Management

Student Volunteer

Mountain Spirit

Jun 2024 - Present (1 year)

Edited and proofread articles for publication, ensuring clarity and consistency. Conducted research on sustainability and cultural heritage to support environmental advocacy, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to meet production deadlines.

Editing Proofreading Research Sustainability Cultural Heritage Team Collaboration

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Qatar Airways

Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 5 months)

Led full-cycle recruitment across IT, Communications, and Engineering sectors, building partnerships with four business units to align staffing strategy. Analyzed market trends for compensation benchmarking and streamlined hiring processes, reducing time-to-fill by 30%.

Engineering Recruitment Staffing Strategy Market Analysis Process Improvement

Policy Specialist

Qatar Airways

Jan 2018 - Present (7 years 5 months)

Developed international and internal policies addressing regulatory and operational issues, authoring and presenting over 15 briefs to cross-functional stakeholders and policymakers. Participated in multinational policy negotiations and legal discussions, evaluating outcomes and recommending revisions to enhance implementation.

Policy Development Internal Policies Regulatory Compliance Issue Briefs Stakeholder Engagement Multinational Negotiations

Internal Communications Developee

Qatar Airways

Jan 2017 - Present (8 years 5 months)

Produced monthly internal newsletters and digital content, supporting internal communication strategy rollout and platform management. Facilitated information flow via intranet and internal CMS tools, enhancing organizational transparency.

Internal Communications Communication Strategy Platform Management CM Tools

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Columbia University

Master of Arts, Human Rights Studies

Activities and societies: Relevant Coursework: International Human Rights Law, Social Media & Human Rights, Social Justice in the Age of Social Media, International Humanitarian Law

Pursued a Master of Arts in Human Rights Studies, focusing on International Human Rights Law, Social Media & Human Rights, Social Justice in the Age of Social Media, and International Humanitarian Law. Engaged in coursework that deepened understanding of global human rights frameworks and their contemporary applications.

Rutgers University

Graduate Studies, Global Policy and Political Science

Activities and societies: Relevant Coursework: UN Studies, Digital Technology & Democracy, Wealth & Inequality, Political and Economic Security

Undertook graduate studies in Global Policy and Political Science, with coursework including UN Studies, Digital Technology & Democracy, Wealth & Inequality, and Political and Economic Security. Developed a comprehensive understanding of global policy challenges and political dynamics.

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Science, Communication

Activities and societies: Relevant Coursework: Arab Political Thought, Media Sociology, Research Methods

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Communication, with relevant coursework in Arab Political Thought, Media Sociology, and Research Methods. Gained foundational knowledge in communication theories and research methodologies.