Writer, editor, and communicator with 13 years of experience in storytelling, research, interviewing, and transforming complex information into clear and engaging messages. I combine editorial rigour with human interaction and project coordination skills to deliver content that informs, inspires, and connects with audiences.

Irina Tacu

Writer, editor, and communicator with 13 years of experience in storytelling, research, interviewing, and transforming complex information into clear and engaging messages. I combine editorial rigour with human interaction and project coordination skills to deliver content that informs, inspires, and connects with audiences.

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Writer, editor, and communicator with 13 years of experience in storytelling, research, interviewing, and transforming complex information into clear and engaging messages. I combine editorial rigour with human interaction and project coordination skills to deliver content that informs, inspires, and connects with audiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Italian
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Senior Political Analyst Assistant - Social Media Monitor at OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR)
October 1, 2022 - May 1, 2024
Monitored social media accounts of all candidates in Romania's 2025 repeat presidential election; supported parties, state institutions, civil society organizations, watchdog groups, relevant politicians, media figures, and influencers; wrote weekly reports on campaign themes, dominant narratives, high-performing posts, and patterns of user engagement; monitored online political news; conducted research on national political and social context, including women's and LGBTQ+ rights, national minorities, online campaigning regulations, and disinformation; organized meetings for the political analyst with NGO and state institution representatives; ensured English–Romanian and Romanian–English interpretation, note-taking, and preparation of meeting minutes.
Freelance Editor, Translator and Proofreader at Booklet Publishing House
October 1, 2022 - May 1, 2024
Edited and translated titles from English into Romanian; performed proofreading and Romanian translations; edited content and prepared publication-ready text.
Communications Manager at Edge Institute
August 1, 2025 - Present
Coordinated, drafted, and edited the weekly newsletter focused on advocacy and public policy around the digitization of public services; managed social media channels and content distribution; coordinated research and organized an interview-based podcast focused on education.
Short-Term Observer at EU Election Observation Mission (Malawi)
September 1, 2025 - Present
Participated in EU training programs for electoral observers; observed voting and vote-counting procedures in several polling stations; completed and submitted reporting forms within tight deadlines; conducted interviews with polling station staff, counting committees, and other actors within the local electoral system.
Reporter & Editor (Freelance) at UiPath Foundation
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Reported and edited features for the foundation's communications channels; produced articles and editorial content; covered topics related to culture, LGBTQ+ rights, and migration; edited and proofread content.
Freelance Editor, Translator and Proofreader at Booklet Publishing House
July 1, 2025 - Present
Edited Romanian translations of English-language titles; edited and proofread editorial output; translated and prepared materials for publication.
Web Editor at Antena TV Group
October 1, 2013 - July 1, 2014
Led online news editing and content production for Antena 1/Antena TV Group; conducted interviews, researched health and wellness topics; produced articles for online platforms.
Web Editor at WM Magazine / World Class Romania
August 1, 2011 - July 1, 2012
Edited news stories, features, and analyses; covered culture, intimacy, LGBTQ+ rights, and migration; edited and produced live stories for the website.

Education

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Qualifications

Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), Level C2
January 1, 2016 - January 26, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services