I am communications professional with 5 years of experience in developing communication strategies, managing social media and websites, and creating advocacy/communication materials for humanitarian and development organizations, supported by an academic background in human rights.

Mohamed Tharwat

I am communications professional with 5 years of experience in developing communication strategies, managing social media and websites, and creating advocacy/communication materials for humanitarian and development organizations, supported by an academic background in human rights.

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I am communications professional with 5 years of experience in developing communication strategies, managing social media and websites, and creating advocacy/communication materials for humanitarian and development organizations, supported by an academic background in human rights.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Arabic
Fluent
Greek, Modern
Beginner

Work Experience

Senior Refugee Digital Communications Assistant at UNHCR
October 1, 2023 - September 20, 2025
Developed, implemented and monitored a digital communications and social media strategy. Managed communications with communities (CwC) and UNHCR's social media platforms. Prepared and delivered communications information sessions. Designed and produced multimedia products including infographics, posters, factsheets, banners, animated videos and leaflets. Worked with implementing partners and stakeholders on outreach and messaging. Coordinated communications with the HELP desk team and responded to requests. Served as the focal point for communications and interpretation in the mainland.
Communications Associate (Remote) at IIHL/The Sanremo Institute
April 1, 2025 - September 20, 2025
Coordinated development and creation of engaging content for online courses. Developed a digital and social media communications plan to strengthen visibility and outreach of IIHL's work across digital platforms. Selected as one of the final winners of the #Readyin60 Video Competition organized by IFRCS, GDPC, Meta, and TikTok (scripted, shot and edited by myself).
Media and Campaigning Officer (Remote) at MEN A Rights Group
September 1, 2025 - September 20, 2025
Supported content development and creation; managed the organization’s social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and X). Contributed to multimedia assets (graphics, videos, photos, campaigns, social/digital content). Drafted newsletters, press releases, digital posters, infographics and various digital content. Built relationships with journalists and contributed to events planning and international days.
Case Worker at European Union Agency for Asylum Greece
March 1, 2020 - September 20, 2025
Worked as part of an international team of experts on asylum claims. Processed applications for international protection; conducted interviews; drafted opinions/reviews; conducted research on Country of Origin Information (COI).
Communications Assistant/Volunteer at Advocates Sans Frontieres Greece
October 1, 2019 - September 20, 2025
Advised on receipt of free legal counsel; provided legal information during information sessions to asylum-seekers; assisted in preparing asylum interviews; acted as a cultural mediator during medical sessions.
Trainee at Council of Europe
February 1, 2018 - September 20, 2025
Prepared reports on human rights issues related to elections; worked on the Tunisian local elections; drafted country profiles and related mission documents.
Social Media Trainee at World Health Organization
September 1, 2017 - September 20, 2025
Supported on social media campaigns; produced performance reports on WHO's social media presence; monitored trends and news for circulation.
Communications Officer at Curious IQ NGO Greece
November 1, 2022 - September 20, 2025
Developed a social media strategy; managed and maintained social media accounts; produced multimedia content; contributed to website and newsletter content creation. Developed newsletters, digital posters, infographics and various digital content.
Site Management Support Assistant at Danish Refugee Council Greece
October 1, 2021 - September 20, 2025
Acted as focal point for communications with Communities (CwC) in refugee camps; conducted consultations and training sessions; supported work planning and information sharing strategies; produced digital posters and flyers to be distributed in the camps.
Communications Associate at IIHL/The Sanremo Institute
October 1, 2023 - April 1, 2025
Coordinated the development and creation of engaging content for the Institute’s online courses; developed a digital communications plan to strengthen visibility and outreach; managed and maintained the Institute’s social media accounts; drafted and edited graphics, videos, photos, newsletters and other digital content; supported stakeholder research and analysis; established branding visibility and guidelines; produced pages, articles, web stories and other content on the IIHL website; contributed to events and workshops in Sanremo; produced press releases; improved the Institute’s website using Drupal.
Media and Campaigning Officer at MENA Rights Group
May 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Supported content development and creation; planned, produced and scheduled social media content; managed the overall social media accounts; contributed to multimedia content assets such as graphics, videos, photos, campaigns, and social/digital content; drafted newsletters, press releases, infographics and various text for web properties; maintained networks with journalists and media; contributed to events planning and the publication of international days; maintained and updated the Group’s website using Drupal.
Case Worker at European Union Agency for Asylum Greece
November 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020
Processed asylum-related case work; provided information sessions and support to applicants; contributed to case documentation and coordination with national authorities.
Communications Assistant/Volunteer at Avocats Sans Frontières Greece
January 1, 2019 - October 1, 2019
Advised on free legal counseling receipt; prepared asylum-seeker materials; supported in outreach and information sessions for asylum-seekers.
Trainee at Council of Europe
August 1, 2017 - February 1, 2018
Prepared reports on human rights issues related to elections; contributed to country profiles and mission documents.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at Texas Tech University
January 1, 2011 - December 1, 2013
Master of Arts in Human Rights at University of Vienna
August 1, 2016 - September 1, 2018
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at Texas Tech University
January 1, 2011 - December 1, 2013
Master of Arts in Human Rights at University of Vienna
August 1, 2016 - September 1, 2018

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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