Jinane Chaaya
Community Media & Cultural Projects Strategist
Beirut, Lebanon
Summary
Insightful and value-driven professional with a proven ability to counsel and guide effectively. A dynamic Operations Manager specializing in project management, organizational development, performance monitoring, and strategic planning, particularly in multicultural and community-focused environments. Renowned for strong organizational and interpersonal skills, enabling seamless collaboration across teams and departments to achieve impactful results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
Ma3azef Ltd.
04.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented company policies as part of institutional restructuring, in collaboration with legal teams in Jordan including HR policies, Protection from Sexual Misconduct Policy, Incident Reporting procedures, and Event SOPs.
- Strategically managed budgets exceeding $150,000 annually, aligning resource allocation with organizational objectives and donor requirements.
- Organized annual strategic planning meetings in Jordan, incorporating capacity-building training for team members and driving team-focused initiatives.
- Contributed to organizational restructuring by devising SOPs, leading the website revamp, and implementing data management systems like Google Analytics to enhance efficiency and engagement.
- Managed procurement and recruitment processes, including overseeing the drafting of HR contracts and conducting performance reviews for all employees.
- Conducted team training on web management, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), and data analysis, ensuring data-driven decisions informed organizational strategies.
- Facilitated cross-team collaboration through shared digital workspaces and communication platforms like Slack, enabling remote coordination across Lebanon, Jordan, and Europe.
- Co-developed concept notes, proposals, toolkits and quarterly donor reports, fostering strong relationships with key donors and stakeholders, including EU-funded projects.
- Co-developed a pitch deck for external stakeholders, securing additional funding and fostering long term partnerships.
- Developed monetization strategies, such as branded merchandise sales with entrepreneurs in Jordan and globally, contributing to a fundraising initiative for Palestine.
- Strengthened organizational resilience by developing financial models and sustainability plans tailored to donor-funded projects.
- Facilitated board of director meetings, maintained stakeholder relationships, and devised action plans to align with organizational objectives.
- Coordinated with design teams to produce open calls, brochures, and policy documents, as well as leading the redesign of the company's website to improve user experience.
- Worked with filmmakers and artists from Lebanon, Tunisia, and Jordan for content creation.
Project Manager & Co-founder of Radio
Ma3azef Ltd.
04.2020 - 03.2023
- Curated daily programming schedules and artist residencies, collaborating with over 50 global artists to promote cultural exchange and platform growth.
- Launched and developed the radio platform from the ground up, establishing its operational framework and strategic direction to ensure long-term growth and impact.
- Produced and managed podcast shows in collaboration with key stakeholders, developing branding and promotional strategies that increased audience engagement and grew the listener base by 25%.
- Supervised Art & Design teams to create compelling digital content, ensuring alignment with brand identity.
- Analyzed website performance metrics, implementing optimizations that enhanced traffic and user engagement.
- Created a collaborative space for international artists and cultural producers through online residencies, fostering a peer-learning ecosystem grounded in shared knowledge, experimentation, and artistic growth.
Film Producer
Freelance
01.2013 - 09.2024
- Over the past 11 years, I have produced over 10 short films and collaborated on 3 feature films, working with multiple directors. My role included sourcing talent, managing budgets, coordinating with governmental entities, overseeing logistics with different departments, and ensuring a safe and conducive environment for film production.
- Produced films and media projects that generated over 100 job opportunities for young professionals, fostering skill development and local industry growth.
- Collaborated with Nadine Labaki on Capernaum (feature film), scouting and working with underprivileged youth and displaced individuals, contributing to both film production and community outreach.
- Worked on numerous commercials for TV and digital platforms, showcasing local talent and generating professional opportunities.
- Produced multiple fashion films and music videos, providing a platform for emerging local artists to develop their creative skills.
- Served as Production Manager on The Sand Castle (feature film) in Tripoli, overseeing logistics and engaging with the local community to ensure smooth production.
- Managed production for high-profile projects, including The Bach Project by Yo-Yo Ma, Boiler Room x Ballentine's, and Neneh Cherry's music video, facilitating collaboration with local and regional teams.
- Lead production teams for photography and videography, overseeing all aspects of creative content creation and post-production.
- Coordinated logistics for international projects, ensuring cultural relevance and community integration in every aspect of production.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Photography
Académie Libanaise des Beaux Arts
09.2009 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts & Communication
American University of Beirut
Beirut, Lebanon 09.2005 - 06.2009
Baccalauréat Libanais - Sciences Générales
Athenée De Beyrouth
Bsalim, Lebanon 06.2025 -
Skills
Professional: Project Management, Budgeting & Financial Management, Creative Problem-Solving, Talent Management, Event Curation, Performance Analytics & Optimization
Technical: Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop & Bridge (CS Suite), Google Analytics
Languages: Fluent in Arabic (native), English, and French, with basic proficiency in Italian
Certification
Awaken Platform Women’s Leadership development Program (UK)
Hobbies
Reading, Hiking, Swimming, Painting, and Cultural Tourism.
DJing – discovering new music, particularly exploring global soundscapes and emerging artists, which inspires my work in cultural and creative projects.
Timeline
Baccalauréat Libanais - Sciences Générales
Athenée De Beyrouth
06.2025 -
Awaken Platform Women’s Leadership development Program (UK)
01-2025
Operations Manager
Ma3azef Ltd.
04.2023 - Current
Project Manager & Co-founder of Radio
Ma3azef Ltd.
04.2020 - 03.2023
Film Producer
Freelance
01.2013 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Photography
Académie Libanaise des Beaux Arts
09.2009 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts & Communication
American University of Beirut
09.2005 - 06.2009
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