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MEENAKSHI DALAL

Nairobi, Kenya

Summary

Communications professional with proven track record of developing impactful communication strategies and managing media relations. Known for collaborative approach and consistent delivery of results under tight deadlines. Recognized for strong writing skills and ability to adapt messaging for diverse audiences. Experience serving in emergency and non-emergency settings including Chad, the Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo, India, and Kenya. Demonstrated ability to manage small teams and produce compelling visual content.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

MEDIA RELATIONS & COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

World Health Organization
05.2020 - 06.2024

INFORMATION OFFICER

USAID Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance
01.2019 - 04.2020

PROGRAM & COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

United States Agency for International Development, USAID
09.2016 - 12.2018

ASSISTANT FOR MEDIA DEVELOPMENT

United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
01.2014 - 09.2014

Journalistic Experience

KOMU 8 News, Newsy.com, Chicago Sun-Times
08.2010 - 08.2013

Media Intern

United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
01.2013 - 06.2013

Education

Master of Science - International Migration and Public Policy

London School of Economics And Political Science
London
12.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

University of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri, U.S.A.
01.2013

Bachelor of Arts - French Language and Literature

University of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri, U.S.A.
01.2013

Skills

  • Press relations
  • Press releases
  • Securing press coverage
  • Talking points
  • Storytelling
  • Photography and videography
  • Capacity building
  • Media engagement strategies
  • Communication strategies
  • Digital content strategies

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

MEDIA RELATIONS & COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

World Health Organization
05.2020 - 06.2024

INFORMATION OFFICER

USAID Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance
01.2019 - 04.2020

PROGRAM & COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

United States Agency for International Development, USAID
09.2016 - 12.2018

ASSISTANT FOR MEDIA DEVELOPMENT

United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
01.2014 - 09.2014

Media Intern

United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
01.2013 - 06.2013

Journalistic Experience

KOMU 8 News, Newsy.com, Chicago Sun-Times
08.2010 - 08.2013

Master of Science - International Migration and Public Policy

London School of Economics And Political Science

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

University of Missouri

Bachelor of Arts - French Language and Literature

University of Missouri
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