I am a communications professional with a bachelor's degree in Communications and a Global Masters in Development Practice (MDP) from Trinity College Dublin. I have practical experience in strategic planning, research and communication in the UN system, NGOs and private sector, developing and measuring digital campaigns and social media strategies. I am passionate about human rights and have volunteered with vulnerable groups around the world. I thrive in cross-functional, global teams and pride myself on leadership, relationship-building and delivering high-impact campaigns. I combine strategic thinking with creative storytelling to support humanitarian and development objectives, and I am open to relocation with a strong commitment to ethical, responsible communications.

Angelica Trindade

I am a communications professional with a bachelor's degree in Communications and a Global Masters in Development Practice (MDP) from Trinity College Dublin. I have practical experience in strategic planning, research and communication in the UN system, NGOs and private sector, developing and measuring digital campaigns and social media strategies. I am passionate about human rights and have volunteered with vulnerable groups around the world. I thrive in cross-functional, global teams and pride myself on leadership, relationship-building and delivering high-impact campaigns. I combine strategic thinking with creative storytelling to support humanitarian and development objectives, and I am open to relocation with a strong commitment to ethical, responsible communications.

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I am a communications professional with a bachelor’s degree in Communications and a Global Masters in Development Practice (MDP) from Trinity College Dublin. I have practical experience in strategic planning, research and communication in the UN system, NGOs and private sector, developing and measuring digital campaigns and social media strategies. I am passionate about human rights and have volunteered with vulnerable groups around the world.

I thrive in cross-functional, global teams and pride myself on leadership, relationship-building and delivering high-impact campaigns. I combine strategic thinking with creative storytelling to support humanitarian and development objectives, and I am open to relocation with a strong commitment to ethical, responsible communications.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Communications Officer at IOM (International Organization for Migration) - Dublin, Ireland
April 1, 2022 - Present
Lead the development and implementation of IOM Ireland’s communication strategy, strengthening the organization’s visibility and public engagement nationally and internationally. Manage internal and external communications, media relations, press engagement, and donor communication; oversee the Mission’s digital presence and content strategy; produce high-impact campaigns and audiovisual materials; draft press releases, op-eds and feature stories; coordinate interviews and media briefings in collaboration with the Regional Office in Brussels, Headquarters, and UN partners. Supervise a communications assistant; advise project managers on visibility and budgets; ensure donor and IOM compliance; train staff on protocols and ethical storytelling; monitor media coverage and identify opportunities for strategic communication and advocacy.
Account Manager at Gomidia Marketing - São Paulo, Brazil
May 1, 2015 - November 1, 2017
Managed and contributed to the improvement of an account through data analysis, planning and action; planned, implemented and evaluated online communication strategies; developed digital campaigns and ongoing social media strategies; oversaw day-to-day activity on main corporate social media channels; recruited influencers and youth advocates to keep online communities engaged; measured and reported data on campaign status; led a team of 10 people.
Market Research Account Executive at SM Services - São Paulo, Brazil
February 1, 2013 - May 1, 2014
Sales intelligence, marketing prospecting and lead generation for B2B companies; managed a main global account providing high-level customer service; generated and presented management reports; consistently exceeded targets and received recognition for performance.
Planning & Communications Assistant at NUMCI - Núcleo de Missões & Crescimento de Igreja, Engenheiro Coelho, Brazil
January 1, 2010 - July 1, 2012
Assisted in strategic planning and development of national and international volunteer projects; handled institutional communications producing social media content; participated in documentary production (writing, editing, video production and photography).
Volunteer Marketing and Communication at Project Três, Ireland
August 1, 2020 - July 1, 2021
Strategic planning for digital campaigns, data analysis and reporting; strategic planning of digital and sales campaigns; contributed to campaign execution and advocacy.
Cocreator & Volunteer at Projeto Religar, Brazil
December 1, 2014 - December 1, 2014
Contributed to conception, development, communication and coordination of a Christmas lunch project for homeless people; engaged volunteers and partners.
Volunteer at Instituto Kaleo, Egypt
June 1, 2014 - July 1, 2014
Delivered speeches on basic health, water, sanitation and hygiene to communities as part of Kaleo’s health and development programs.
Volunteer at Instituto Kaleo, Guinea-Bissau
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Provided basic health care and nursing procedures; conducted educational activities with children as part of Kaleo’s programs.
Volunteer at NUMCI - Núcleo de Missões & Crescimento de Igreja, Guinea-Bissau & Senegal
July 1, 2012 - August 1, 2012
Documentary production including communication planning and execution, filming and photography; supported medical activities in communities.

Education

Global Masters in Development Practice (MDP) at Trinity College Dublin (TCD), Ireland
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Strategic Social Media Planning at Cásper Líbero Foundation, Brazil
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Competitive Intelligence at Superior School of Advertising and Marketing - ESPM, Brazil
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Bachelor's degree in Communications at Adventist University of São Paulo - UNASP, Brazil
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

Strategic Social Media Planning
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Competitive Intelligence
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Global Masters in Development Practice (MDP)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Bachelor's degree in Communications
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012

Industry Experience

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