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Zaina Amir

@zainaamir

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I conduct policy research and coordinate development-focused initiatives across the Middle East and Africa.

Egypt

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to contribute research, policy analysis, project coordination, and stakeholder communication to development-focused, humanitarian, or international organizations working in multicultural environments.

I've conducted policy research and produced briefing materials for The African Middle Eastern Leadership Project, supporting discussions on civil society, regional dynamics, human rights, peacebuilding, and democratic development across the Middle East and Africa.

At the International Institute of Studies and Public Policy, I researched SDG 2, contributed to published reports and briefings, and supported data collection, analysis, literature reviews, and ongoing policy projects.

I've also coordinated TEDXUMST public relations and co-founded the Economics, Social, and Environmental Studies Association, organizing events, workshops, and discussions on development. My academic research examined the African Union and Arab League's roles in political integration and stability in Sudan, with a case study of Darfur.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Research Intern

The African Middle Eastern Leadership Project (AMEL)

Oct 2025 - Feb 2026 (4 months)

Conducted research and policy analysis on civil society and regional dynamics across the Middle East and Africa. Authored briefing materials and reports for a global network of stakeholders.

Research Policy Analysis Report Writing Cross Cultural Communication Community Engagement

Research Intern

International Institute of Studies and Public Policy

May 2025 - Jul 2025 (2 months)

Conducted research on SDG 2, contributed to reports and briefings, and assisted with data collection and literature reviews. Collaborated with senior researchers on policy analysis projects.

Research Data Collection literature review Policy Analysis Report Writing

Public Relations Officer

TEDX UMST

Oct 2022 - Apr 2023 (6 months)

Coordinated public relations activities for TEDXUMST events and collaborated with the PR team to promote events and engage audiences.

Public Relations Event Coordination Collaboration

Co-Founder and Deputy Secretary General

Economics, Social, and Environmental Studies Association

Played a pivotal role in establishing and managing the association, organizing initiatives focused on social, economic, and environmental development. Coordinated events, workshops, and discussions to promote awareness and academic excellence.

Leadership Event Coordination Project Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Medical Sciences and Technology (UMST)

Bachelor of Science, International Relations and Strategic Studies

Grade: Honours, cGPA 4.53/5

Activities and societies: Awarded University's Prize in International Security and Development; Politics of Development Prize.

Graduated with Honours with cGPA 4.53/5. Studied last year abroad in Zanzibar, Tanzania, and received the University's Prize in International Security and Development.