I am a Strategic Communications and Social Media Specialist with 5+ years of experience leading digital growth, multi-stakeholder communications, and institutional storytelling across international organizations like the United Nations System Staff College. I excel at translating complex climate finance, human rights, and sustainability policies into clear public narratives across written and visual content. I’m proficient in cross-platform campaign management (LinkedIn, X, Instagram, Threads, Bluesky) and thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments, turning data-driven insights into engaging content and measurable impact for global audiences.

Alia Elsied

I am a Strategic Communications and Social Media Specialist with 5+ years of experience leading digital growth, multi-stakeholder communications, and institutional storytelling across international organizations like the United Nations System Staff College. I excel at translating complex climate finance, human rights, and sustainability policies into clear public narratives across written and visual content. I’m proficient in cross-platform campaign management (LinkedIn, X, Instagram, Threads, Bluesky) and thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments, turning data-driven insights into engaging content and measurable impact for global audiences.

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I am a Strategic Communications and Social Media Specialist with 5+ years of experience leading digital growth, multi-stakeholder communications, and institutional storytelling across international organizations like the United Nations System Staff College. I excel at translating complex climate finance, human rights, and sustainability policies into clear public narratives across written and visual content.

I’m proficient in cross-platform campaign management (LinkedIn, X, Instagram, Threads, Bluesky) and thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments, turning data-driven insights into engaging content and measurable impact for global audiences.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Advanced
German
Advanced

Work Experience

Social Media Content & Creative Operations Coordinator at Uplane
January 1, 2026 - Present
Own end-to-end production workflow for short-form video assets; coordinate daily communication pipelines between visual designers, script writers, and external content creators to ensure seamless asset delivery; manage cross-platform content calendars; track video performance metrics and optimize hooks to maximize viewer retention and organic engagement.
Founder & Digital Strategist at Alia Explores
July 1, 2025 - Present
Built and scaled a multi-platform educational brand to 50K+ organic followers; developed LinkedIn-style thought leadership storytelling frameworks; translated complex application systems and policy processes into accessible narratives; produced 250+ short-form videos and professional content assets with strong retention and engagement metrics; applied analytics insights to refine messaging and audience targeting.
Communications & Social Media Intern → Communications & Social Media Consultant at United Nations System Staff College (UNSSC)
September 1, 2023 - January 31, 2025
Drafted and edited daily social media posts across LinkedIn, X, Facebook, and Instagram to promote UN training programs; translated dense institutional reports and SDG frameworks into simple engaging visuals, carousels, and infographics; produced 12+ monthly social media performance reports using GA4, Looker Studio, and Salesforce; managed daily content calendar using Hootsuite; increased organic engagement by 20–40% across key platforms; cleaned up digital audience by removing 7,000 inactive accounts.
Multimedia & Digital Campaigns Lead at European Solidarity Corps (ESC)
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2025
Produced 100+ integrated copy-and-visual social media packs (infographics, carousels, etc.) translating climate action, sustainability, and human rights policies into accessible public narratives; led on-ground video production and scripting for transnational campaigns delivering across 5 European countries; managed live coverage for high-profile events reaching 300+ international participants.
Conference Organizer & Digital Communications Lead at Women 2 Women Egypt Conference
October 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025
Directed full communications and branding strategy for a national leadership conference with 800+ applicants; coordinated 12+ high-profile speakers across diplomacy, entrepreneurship, and sustainability; oversaw event communications and live social media coverage across sessions.
Content Creator & SEO Specialist at SBKITS
March 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023
Wrote and optimized 18 bilingual, search-driven articles to improve website visibility and organic reach; supported editorial team with weekly planning and copy drafting for digital marketing campaigns.
Project Lead at U.S. Embassy Alumni Council
August 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023
Led a 5-member team to design and execute four nationwide awareness campaigns and multi-city youth programs; drafted detailed strategic project plans and tracked final engagement outcomes; awarded 'Best Committee Member' for leadership and project impact.
Sales & Field Marketing Team Leader at AIESEC Egypt
February 1, 2019 - February 28, 2021
Led a 5-member marketing team for regional events; managed client journeys from first contact to contract signing; onboarded 300+ international participants for a global cultural exchange event; awarded 'Best Team Leader' and the 'Resilience Award' for exceeding targets.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in French Language and Literature at Damietta University
January 11, 2030 - May 30, 2026

Qualifications

Green Digital Skills Certificate Program
January 11, 2030 - May 30, 2026
Yerevan Dialogue 2026 Fellowship (MFA Armenia)
January 11, 2030 - May 30, 2026
Meta Social Media Marketing Specialization
January 11, 2030 - May 30, 2026
Marketing Analytics Course by the University of Virginia
January 11, 2030 - May 30, 2026
Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate (8 Courses)
January 11, 2030 - May 30, 2026
UNITAR Rise Lab Programme on Entrepreneurship and Food Security - Hiroshima, Japan
January 11, 2030 - May 30, 2026
Google Analytics 4 Certification on Skills boost for Google Products
January 11, 2030 - May 30, 2026
McKinsey Forward Program
January 11, 2030 - May 30, 2026
Beyond Borders Stakeholder Conference - Bonn, Germany (Erasmus+)
January 11, 2030 - May 30, 2026
SoliD ARE Conference - Prague, Czech Republic (Eras Erasmus+)
January 11, 2030 - May 30, 2026
I Know Gender 1-3 - UN Women
January 11, 2030 - May 30, 2026

Industry Experience

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