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Rokaya Fayad

@rokayafayad

Aspiring diplomacy and public affairs professional blending political science training with youth leadership and humanitarian impact.

Egypt

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What I'm looking for

I’m seeking roles in diplomacy, public affairs, or human rights where I can coordinate stakeholders, craft speeches and content, and apply analytics and communication skills to create measurable community impact.

I’m currently pursuing a BA in Political Science at the American University in Cairo, and I bring hands-on experience through diplomacy simulations, youth leadership, and humanitarian outreach. Through modules like Global Governance, Public International Law, and Human Rights and Development, I’ve built a clear interest in translating policy thinking into real-world action.

As a Diplomacy & Public Engagement Coordinator for a UN Simulation, I delivered an official speech on behalf of the Netherlands, represented the Secretary-General during a high-level summit, and coordinated with 100+ delegates. I also contributed to agenda-setting and speechwriting, improving clarity and engagement by ~25%.

My work with the Qatari Red Crescent Society included 100+ hours of urgent earthquake relief support and training ~45 team members on QuickBooks and Microsoft Office, reaching 90% utilisation. Alongside this, I’ve led student governance for 500+ peers, produced a multilingual short film and podcast, and strengthen collaboration through events, media production, and content creation.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Humanitarian Volunteer

Qatari Red Crescent Society

Completed 100+ hours providing urgent earthquake relief (Turkey & Syria), supporting 400+ beneficiaries. Trained ~45 team members on QuickBooks and Microsoft Office and improved volunteer efficiency by ~30% through scheduling and task delegation.

Disaster Relief Volunteer Management Quickbooks Microsoft Office Scheduling

Diplomacy & Public Coord

UN Simulation

Delivered an official speech on behalf of the Netherlands and represented the Secretary-General during a high-level summit, coordinating with 100+ delegates. Contributed to agenda-setting and speechwriting, improving clarity and engagement by ~25%.

Diplomacy Simulations Speechwriting Public Speaking International Relations Delegate Management Cross Cultural Communication

Short Film Director

Lost in Translation Short Film Project

Produced a 10-minute multilingual documentary on identity and culture, delivering voiceovers in 9 languages and leading a cross-disciplinary team of 6. Reached 20,000+ views across student and film circuits and secured a shortlist for a Doha Film Institute showcase.

Documentary Filmmaking Media Production Content Creation Project Management Audience Growth

Student Council President

Ihsan International School

Led student government, representing 500+ peers in decision-making and reform initiatives. Designed and executed school-wide events, increasing student participation by 40% and improving satisfaction scores by 20% through stronger student–administration collaboration.

Student Governance Leadership Program Planning Stakeholder Management Event Management Collaboration Public Engagement

Podcast Club Founder

Student Podcast Club

Launched a student podcast addressing youth and social issues, growing listenership by 35% in two terms. Managed episode planning and guest coordination, and trained peers in voicework and public speaking to boost performance confidence by 50%.

Podcast Production Episode Planning Guest Management Public Speaking Voice Coaching Content Strategy Audience Growth

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

American University in Cairo

Bachelor of Arts, Political Science

2025 -

Activities and societies: Modules: International Relations Theory; Global Governance; Public International Law; Middle East Politics; Human Rights and Development; Comparative Politics; Political Economy; Research Methods in Political Science.

Currently pursuing a BA in Political Science, building expertise across international relations, global governance, and public international law. Coursework includes human rights and development, Middle East politics, comparative politics, political economy, and research methods in political science.

Ihsan International School

High School Diploma, Secondary Education

2020 - 2025

Activities and societies: Modules: CORE English, Mathematics, Philosophy, Model United Nations, Public Speaking & Debate. Electives include Psychology, Sociology, Economics, Business, English Language & Comp., and Art & Design.

Completed a High School Diploma focused on core academic subjects and communication skills. Includes coursework across philosophy and mathematics, plus Model United Nations and public speaking & debate.