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Martin Hajj

@martinhajj

Strategic communications leader delivering integrated media, digital and stakeholder engagement for mission-driven organizations.

Lebanon

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles where I can lead integrated communications, manage cross-functional teams, drive stakeholder engagement, and support organizational growth in mission-driven environments.

I am a strategic and results-driven communications leader with 10+ years of experience developing and executing integrated communication strategies across healthcare, diplomacy, retail, construction, and technology sectors. I build cohesive brand narratives, manage media relations, and lead multi-channel content development to enhance organizational reputation and stakeholder trust.

I have led cross-functional teams and complex projects—from overseeing website content and digital communications to coordinating high-profile events such as the Pope Francis visit to South Sudan—while ensuring compliance with protocols and industry standards. My work spans internal communications, crisis response, executive support, and vendor coordination.

Fluent in Arabic and English with very good French, I combine practical operational management with creative media production and stakeholder engagement to deliver measurable visibility and alignment for mission-driven organizations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Communications and Operations Manager

Current

UPSIDE Development Limited

Sep 2021 - Present (4 years 2 months)

Developed and executed integrated communication strategies that improved brand visibility and internal coordination; led multi-format content development and supported executive communications and events.

Strategic Communications Content Development Media Relations Content Stakeholder Engagement Event Planning

Office Operations Manager

Apostolic Nunciature, Holy See

May 2022 - Apr 2024 (1 year 11 months)

Coordinated daily embassy operations and media relations, managed logistics for Pope Francis's visit, and drafted official diplomatic documents while ensuring protocol and security compliance.

Office Operations Diplomatic Protocol Media Relations Event Coordination

Marketing and Communications Coordinator

LAU Medical Center Saint John Hospital

Feb 2021 - Aug 2021 (6 months)

Managed integrated marketing and communications campaigns to support patient engagement and institutional branding, producing materials and analyzing campaign performance to inform strategy.

Campaign Management Content Creation Media Relations Patient Engagement Analytics Event Planning

Project Manager

AHCO Construction Development

Mar 2020 - Feb 2021 (11 months)

Managed communications for construction projects, coordinated stakeholder briefings and community outreach, and ensured messaging consistency and alignment with safety and timeline requirements.

Stakeholder Management Community Outreach Content Creation Timeline Coordination

Communications and Media Production Manager

Saint George Hospital University Medical Center

Nov 2016 - Feb 2020 (3 years 3 months)

Led hospital communications and media production, delivering patient education videos, social campaigns and internal TV systems while managing media relations and creative teams to protect institutional reputation.

Video Production Social Media Internal Communications Media Relations Team Management Brand Consistency

Communications and Media Senior Executive

Equisystem La Sellerie Du Liban

May 2012 - Sep 2016 (4 years 4 months)

Managed media operations, internal communications and social media strategies to enhance brand visibility, organized events and negotiated contracts to support sales and PR objectives.

Media Operations Social Media PR Event Management Contract Negotiation Internal Communications Marketing

Event Coordinator

CKA Event Sound System

Apr 2009 - Feb 2012 (2 years 10 months)

Coordinated logistics and technical setups for live events and studio productions, managed warehouse inventory and ensured technical readiness for diverse event specifications.

Inventory Management technical coordination Production Planning

Administrative Coordinator

PROCOMIX Technology Group

Feb 2008 - Mar 2009 (1 year 1 month)

Managed office operations including legal and financial documentation, social security and VAT filings, and coordinated international procurement and relations with the Ministry of Finance.

Office Administration Financial Compliance Tax Filings Document Management