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I am Paolo Fornari, a Communications & International Relations professional with international experience and a strong interest in sustainability, policy, sports, and publishing. I’m seeking dynamic roles in communications and project management.
I have coordinated editorial content, created social media posts and newsletters, and supported national and international grant applications. I have also coordinated recruitment for international work placements, language training, and relocation processes for candidates, working with partner municipalities and institutions.
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Language
Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Advanced
Work Experience
Communication and Social Media Specialist at Giunko srl - Bologna
September 3, 2019 - August 29, 2025Developed and managed editorial content plans. Created social media posts (copywriting and graphic design), presentations, and video content. Wrote and distributed newsletters. Coordinated app-related communication with partner municipalities. Prepared applications for national and international grants and awards.
Assistant Project Manager at Scuola Internazionale di Lingue - Rome
March 15, 2018 - June 15, 2018Managed projects for recruiting Italian professionals for international work placements. Guided and supported selected candidates throughout the entire process: application and selection, initial interview, intensive language training, and relocation abroad
Trainee at European Data Protection Supervisor / European Commission - Brussels
March 1, 2017 - October 31, 2017European Data Protection Supervisor (Communication Department) 5-month traineeship: supported the communication team through translation and upload of intranet and website content, preparation of weekly press reviews, event organization (conferences and study visits), and media relations.
Trainee Liaison Committee – European Commission (DG EAC) – 3-month traineeship: contributed to the preparation and coordination of the October 2017 induction session for new European Commission trainees
Research Intern at German Federation for Waste Management (BDE) - Brussels
September 1, 2015 - November 27, 2015Research on waste and environmental policies at EU level, with focus on the circular economy package launched by the European Commission- Draft and review of articles for the BDE magazine called Europaspiegel.
Administrative Intern at Rome Study Center of Richmond
February 3, 2014 - July 31, 2014Supporting the organization of social and cultural activities for the students. Draft of the monthly newsletter. Update of the library catalogue.
Education
Master’s Degree in Intercultural Communication and EU Studies at Hochschule Fulda, Germany
October 1, 2014 - October 26, 2016Bachelor’s Degree in Foreign Languages at Università di Roma Tor Vergata, Italy
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013Erasmus Exchange at Universität Augsburg, Germany
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013Post-graduate degree in Green Management and Sustainable Businesses at Bologna Business School, Italy
January 7, 2019 - April 15, 2020Qualifications
Industry Experience
Education, Government, Software & Internet
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