Dr.

Hana Nahhas CV

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Dr. Hana Nahhas

International Media and Communications

July 2017

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Contact Details

Residence Current: Syria /Lebanon

Phone numbers
Syria : 00963956671490
Current: 0096176617984

E-mail hannoush7@outlook.com

Personal Information
Title Dr
Name Hana
Surname Nahhas
Gender Female
Nationality Syrian, origin of Lebanese mother and holder of residence permit

Education
(2007) PhD in Media and Communications: COU , United Kingdom

(2003) MA International Communication & Development: City University, UK

(1985) BA Communication Arts: Beirut University College (currently L AU)

Professional Experience

Media specialist with emphasis on communication for development

External Relations specialist equipped with excellent coordination skills
with donors and NGOs
Media and Communications Trainer/Researcher
Fundraiser for UN and NGOs
Cultural Affairs specialist with regional and international
experience/exposure
Formulator of media strategy and plans of action for international
organizations (UN, EU)
Manager of social development programs, with implementation of gender,

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health and cooperation strategies and projects
Former journalist, with long experience in press, advocacy, media
research, external relations, promotion and visibility, broadcasting,
cultural affairs, media strategy, social mobilization and awareness-raising
for various target groups.
Ability to write, edit and publish in 3 languages (English, French, Arabic).
Skilled processing of information data by use of advanced technology.
Solid knowledge of European and Mediterranean media and culture.
Considerable record of successful cultural and information activities
(national/regional such as festivals, conferences etc) as well as advocate of
cooperation between employing institutions and host governments

Positions Held:

Jul 2017: Media Consultant, local humanitarian NGO, Lebanon.

Mar-Jul 2017: External Relations Advisor, regional humanitarian NGO, Lebanon:

was in charge of media, communications, fundraising and relations
with Donors and international agencies.
Nov 2016- Jan 2017: Programs Manager (Consultancy) : SAWA for Development and
Aid (Lebanon) . Main duties: strategic planning of current and
future programs, following up with plans and ensuring appropriate
implementation, as well as overseeing and evaluating outcomes
and concrete objectives. Was in charge of three departments:
Relief, Education, Development &Livelihood on a daily
operational basis including budgeting, evaluation and fundraising
with Donors.

Feb 2015-Aug 2016 Freelance media Consultant , writer and trainer, Lebanon, Syria
Portofilio includes: advising media startups on promoting mission
and goals, addressing potential donors for funding on behalf of
beneficiary, reviewing content and suggesting editorial
modifications, writing reports for analysis, monitoring and
evaluation , researching audiences and target groups, running short
surveys and focus group discussions, organising media conferences
for advocacy, coordinating with international NGOs on behalf of
beneficiaries, holding training workshops on media and
communciation tools and strategies.

Oct 2014- Jan 2015 Consultant for GFMD in Turkey-run media project

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May 2014- Sept 2014 Inactive due to family tragedy (passing away of mother and
relocation to hometown)

July 2013- Apr 2014 Proejct Director for IREX in Turkey. Setting up office, launching
new project for media content with civil NGOs. Identifying
beneficiries for funding, researching media outlets for relevant
support. Implementation of project, monitoring and followup of
activities in collaboration with international partners.

July 2008 Jun 2013 Freelance Media Consultant and Trainer for NGOs, media
production companies, providing campaigns, training of staff,
evaluation of ongoing projects, formulation of new strategies etc.
for local and regional contracts. Some work with WFP Jordan,
NAJMA (National Alliance Against Hunger and Malnutrition)
Jordan, MenaSmart Dubai.

Novr 2007- Jun 2008 Independent media researcher; monitoring and analyzing Arab
media (including broadcasting) and documenting developments for
publishers

Dec 2005- Jun 2007 Media Director, Qatar Foundation affiliated NGO (Qatar)

Helped establish and launch a research institute in Qatar and

promoted its mission & objectives on the local, regional and
international levels through cooperation with the media, NGOs and
similar institutions. Planning, design and implementation of
conferences, meetings and information days to enhance the
visibility and plan of action. Production of media materials to raise
awareness on social indicators and challenges. Research of media
tools to select best practices. Training of media staff to enhance
their development skills and media basic knowledge. Follow-up of
media activities and programmes through monitoring, reporting
and analysis to measure impact and modify actions where
applicable.
Management of web content and publications. Drafting, editing
and releasing information to different audiences.
Support to other divisions in advocacy and target groups.

Jun - Dec 2005 Media Advisor, Office of Her Highness Sheikha Mozah Bint
Nasser Al Missned, (Qatar)
Planning, design, and management of media strategy and activities.
Coordination with local, regional and international organisations.
Follow-up on education projects in collaboration with concerned
higher councils and NGOs.

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Drafting, editing and publishing of press releases, reports and
managing web content as well as other necessary communication
duties.

Nov 2004- Apr 2005 Arab Desk Manager, Communication Development Division,
UNESCO, Paris

Planning, implementation and evaluation of media projects in Arab

States for UNESCO, under specific funds. Responsible for training
initiatives at the regional level for media professionals. Research
and analysis of communication trends in Arab States. Support to
other sections in regular UNESCO programmes. Managed short
term projects in number of countries.

Jul 1997- Sep 2004 Press & Information Officer/Cultural Attach at Delegation of the
European Commission in Syria

Planning, organisation, implementation and evaluation of

information, press and cultural activities for the EU Delegation;
Held festivals, concerts and theatrical performances as well as
media campaigns on EU subjects. Liaison and cooperation with
local authorities and follow-up of EU programmes. Networking
with donors. Organization of information activities (seminars,
conferences and round-tables) on EU-Syria cooperation. Drafting
press releases to the media and supply of background material for
interviews, reports etc, in addition to writing a weekly press
analysis for circulation to headquarters and counterparts. Editing of
Delegation monthly Newsletter. Coordination of official press
conferences and EU Commissioners visits to host country.

April 1997 Australian Embassy in Syria, and other parties. Freelance

Interpreter. Interpretation from English to Arabic and Vice Versa
at the Consular section for immigration applicants.

1995-1996 American Embassy, USIS in Syria, Cultural Affairs Specialist

(Director of the American Cultural Center)

Organisation and implementation of exhibitions, concerts, lectures,

and workshops for visiting American guests as well as local artists
and academic professionals. Duties consisted of organizing
programmes, designing posters, pamphlets, brochures and other
promotion materials by use of computers, and issuance of press
releases in English and Arabic and follow up on activities with
NGOs and official authorities to ensure cultural exchange between

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USIS and Syrian audiences. The job also required collaboration
with colleagues for though it was a managerial job; the work
depended on team work. It involved a lot of public relations and
knowledge of political and cultural situation in Syria. Acted as
liaison officer with Ministries of Culture and Information.

May-June 1995 UNFPA Syria Communication Assistant

Training of Trainers in communication skills and advocacy,

including use of computers, cameras, and other media equipment.
Editing and design of printed messages, and implementation of
Social mobilization activities.

1992-1995 UNICEF Syria Communication Officer

Drafting documents and reports for the Country Program, was in

charge of the Communication Plan of Action and implementation
of its activities as well as evaluation of goals and objectives set in
the Master Plan of Operations. Activities included design, pre-
testing, production and evaluation of brochures, studies, lectures,
radio and television advocacy messages, as well as organizing
concerts, fairs and fundraising activities for sale and promotion of
UNICEF greeting cards. A considerable amount of work was
performed through NGOs and the Ministry of Information. The job
also required organizing and setting up visits and training programs
for local media personnel in conjunction with foreign media
experts such as Saatchi & Saatchi. Special advocacy campaigns
were designed for Women groups.

Aug 1991-Mar 1992 Associated Press, Beirut Lebanon Reporter, Monitor

Gathering news, monitoring the media and other agency bulletins,

interviewing, dispatching stories and followup to HQ and other AP
offices, reporting and updating events/stories/features, collecting
and supplying background information on news as well as
political, economic and cultural information.

Feb 1991-Jul 1992 Al Mashrek TV. Beirut Lebanon Director, Camerawoman

Filming short programs in the studio and outside, news bulletins,

interviews, shows and variety programs. Responsible for editing
sound and image and special effects and broadcasting by operating
studio equipment. Directed talk shows as well as variety
programmes in studio broadcasting.

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Sep 1985-Nov 1988 Nadine Magazine, Beirut Lebanon Reporter

Journalist and Assistant to the Editor in Chief. Wrote articles,

interviewed celebrities, artists, actors, musicians, and socially
prominent figures. Wrote features on up-to-date subjects in
education and recreation. Edited opinion column, focusing on
social and family issues.

Languages
Reading Speaking Writing
Arabic (mother tongue) Excellent Excellent
English (almost native) Excellent Excellent
French (almost native) Excellent Excellent
Italian (basic, needs refresher course)

References
Mr. Leon Morse
Deputy Director of Division
IREX
Washington, D.C.
l.morse@irex.org

Mr. Maher Chmaytelli

Director
Reuters
maherch@hotmail.com