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Omar El Mallah

@omarelmallah

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Experienced communication officer with a focus on humanitarian projects.

Egypt

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters collaboration and innovation in humanitarian communication.

I am a dedicated communication officer with extensive experience in managing information and communication initiatives within humanitarian and health sectors. My journey has taken me through various roles, including my current position as an Information Project Management Consultant at the World Bank Group, where I analyze project applications and prepare detailed summaries to facilitate decision-making.

Throughout my career, I have successfully contributed to significant projects, such as enhancing emergency preparedness across the Eastern Mediterranean with the World Health Organization. My achievements include streamlining application review processes, developing communication materials for health emergencies, and establishing the first WHO Transformation website in the region. I am passionate about using my skills to drive impactful change and improve community resilience.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Information Project Management Consultant

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World Bank Group

Aug 2024 - Present (10 months)

Analyzed project applications for the Pandemic Fund, preparing detailed summaries to facilitate decision-making by the Technical Advisory Panel (TAP). Collected and integrated technical experts' feedback into project proposal summaries to ensure accurate and comprehensive evaluation materials.

Project Management Information Management Data Analysis Technical Writing Stakeholder Engagement Risk Assessment Strategic Planning

Information Officer

World Health Organization in the Eastern Mediterranean

May 2023 - Present (2 years 1 month)

Supported the documentation and communication initiatives of the Country Health Emergencies projects. Collected success stories, lessons learned, best practices, and testimonials for reporting and documentation purposes.

Documentation Communication Emergency Response Reporting Public Health

Transformation Programme Officer

World Health Organization in the Eastern Mediterranean

Nov 2021 - Present (3 years 7 months)

Conducted research and prepared reports highlighting achievements of WHO to the Regional Director, Director-General, and Member States. Enhanced the three-level operating model, enabling more seamless and agile ways of working for programmes, emergencies, external relations, and business operations.

Research Report Preparation Process Optimization Internal Communications Event Management Stakeholder Engagement

Senior English Editor

Scoop Empire

Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 5 months)

Managed all English content on the website and social platforms, including 20+ articles weekly, visual content, and social posts, and managed a team of 15 staff members. Conducted interviews and developed communication products.

Content Management Social Media Management Interviewing Partnership Building Operations Management

Volunteer Humanitarian Content Writer

Act for Displaced

Dec 2020 - Present (4 years 6 months)

Researched and developed written content related to human rights and humanitarian issues. Published three articles monthly highlighting and advocating for areas such as refugee and displaced peoples' well-being and sexual crimes towards refugees.

Content Writing Research Human Rights Advocacy Article Publication

Volunteer for Emergency Relief

Egyptian Red Crescent

Nov 2020 - Present (4 years 7 months)

Attended trainings and workshops for emergency relief and participated in key humanitarian operations nationally. Contributed to the Egyptian Red Crescent's first media team and supported advocacy for refugees residing in Egypt.

Humanitarian Aid Media Relations Advocacy Training

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Liverpool John Moores University

Master's Degree, Criminology and Social Policy

Pursued a Master's Degree in Criminology and Social Policy. This program focused on advanced studies in the field.

Universiteit Leiden

Certificate, International Humanitarian Law

Completed a certification in International Humanitarian Law in Theory and in Practice. This program provided in-depth knowledge of humanitarian legal frameworks.

Canadian International College of Cape Breton University

Bachelor's Degree, Mass Communications - Radio & Television Broadcasting

Obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communications with a specialization in Radio & Television Broadcasting. The curriculum covered various aspects of media and broadcasting.