Hi, I'm Jimena García García, a strategic and creative communications professional with a strong passion for humanitarian work and social impact. I have experience working with UN agencies and NGOs, where I've developed compelling storytelling, digital content, and stakeholder engagement to raise awareness and advocate for important causes. I enjoy collaborating across cultures and teams to create impactful public information campaigns, leveraging data-driven insights to improve audience engagement. When I'm not immersed in communications projects, I love capturing stories through photography and video, always seeking new ways to amplify voices and drive meaningful change.

Jimena García García

Hi, I'm Jimena García García, a strategic and creative communications professional with a strong passion for humanitarian work and social impact. I have experience working with UN agencies and NGOs, where I've developed compelling storytelling, digital content, and stakeholder engagement to raise awareness and advocate for important causes. I enjoy collaborating across cultures and teams to create impactful public information campaigns, leveraging data-driven insights to improve audience engagement. When I'm not immersed in communications projects, I love capturing stories through photography and video, always seeking new ways to amplify voices and drive meaningful change.

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Hi, I’m Jimena García García, a strategic and creative communications professional with a strong passion for humanitarian work and social impact. I have experience working with UN agencies and NGOs, where I’ve developed compelling storytelling, digital content, and stakeholder engagement to raise awareness and advocate for important causes.

I enjoy collaborating across cultures and teams to create impactful public information campaigns, leveraging data-driven insights to improve audience engagement. When I’m not immersed in communications projects, I love capturing stories through photography and video, always seeking new ways to amplify voices and drive meaningful change.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Communications Assistant at United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
October 1, 2024 - June 6, 2024
Served as primary liaison for communication with refugee and mobile communities at Mexico’s east northern border, ensuring accurate and accessible information dissemination. Collaborated and documented local integrative activities for refugees as part of the Community-Based Protection strategy. Developed and distributed engaging digital content to inform and promote UNHCR’s programs. Captured and curated photography and video materials for awareness campaigns, ensuring adherence to protection protocols. Produced detailed reports and donor communications, enhancing transparency and funding opportunities. Coordinated interviews and supported awareness campaigns through events, sensitization sessions, and digital outreach. Partnered with UNHCR Headquarters, field offices, NGOs, government agencies, and academic institutions.
Communications and Knowledge Management Intern, Strategic Planning Unit at UN Women Headquarters
July 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024
Created digital content, including visual branding for programs and e-learning modules, enhancing program visibility by 25%. Drafted and designed 7 Strategic Note Brochures for Country and Regional Offices, contributing to donor communication. Managed internal unit pages on the intranet and facilitated communication across global offices, improving efficiency in knowledge sharing. Led live session management and event execution for the Strategic Planning Unit, engaging hundreds of colleagues. Developed communication toolkits to streamline information dissemination across HQ, regional and country offices, ensuring message consistency. Proactively identified communication needs for SPU and proposed initiatives to address them.
Communications Intern at United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
March 1, 2022 - March 31, 2023
Created digital content, copywriting, photographic coverage, and collaborated on reports for northern Mexico field offices to inform and engage refugee communities, contributing to increased public awareness. Monitored media coverage and developed reports supporting decision-making processes. Assisted with interviews, public communication, live session management, and event execution to raise inclusion and awareness of refugees’ situations in Mexico. Coordinated with HQ, other field offices, NGOs, local government, sports clubs, enterprises, and academic institutions. Managed and distributed informative materials for refugees and the local population.
Research Assistant at Colegio de la Frontera Norte (COLEF) Research Center
August 1, 2020 - March 31, 2022
Conducted database research and interviews contributing to over five major academic research projects. Organized and executed the Nuevo León Industrial Heritage Congress, coordinating with government and academic institutions. Designed infographics and data visualizations to present research findings, increasing accessibility and understanding. Collaborated on interview elaboration, event management, social media content creation, and digital content design.
Digital Content Manager at Viendo y No Ves Podcast
February 1, 2022 - July 31, 2023
Managed digital content and branding, increasing social media engagement by over 5,000 followers organically within a year. Developed and executed content strategy, improving audience retention by 30%. Created brand image and managed the team.
Communications Assistant at UNITED NATIONS HIGH COMMISSIONER FOR REFUGEES (UNHCR)
October 1, 2024 - June 13, 2024
Served as primary liaison for communication with refugee and mobile communities at Mexico’s east northern border, ensuring accurate and accessible information dissemination. Collaborated and documented local integrative activities as part of the Community-Based Protection strategy. Developed and distributed engaging digital content to promote UNHCR’s programs. Captured and curated photography and video materials adhering to protection protocols. Produced detailed reports and donor communications, enhancing transparency and funding opportunities. Coordinated interviews and supported awareness campaigns via events, sensitization sessions, and digital outreach. Partnered with UNHCR Headquarters, field offices, NGOs, government agencies, and academic institutions.
Communications and Knowledge Management Intern, Strategic Planning Unit at UN WOMEN HEADQUARTERS
July 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024
Created digital content including visual branding for programs and e-learning modules, increasing program visibility by 25%. Drafted and designed 7 Strategic Note Brochures for Country and Regional Offices, supporting donor communication. Managed internal unit pages on the intranet and facilitated communication across global offices, improving efficiency in knowledge sharing. Led live session management and event execution, engaging hundreds of colleagues. Developed communication toolkits to streamline information dissemination across HQ, regional and country offices, ensuring message consistency. Proactively identified communication needs and proposed initiatives for improvement.
Communications Intern at UNITED NATIONS HIGH COMMISSIONER FOR REFUGEES (UNHCR)
March 1, 2022 - March 31, 2023
Created digital content, copywriting, photographic coverage, and collaborated on reports for northern field offices in Mexico to inform and engage refugee communities, increasing public awareness. Monitored media coverage and developed reports supporting decision-making. Participated in interviews and event execution for inclusion and sensitization of refugee issues. Coordinated with HQ, other field offices, NGOs, local government, sports clubs, enterprises, and academic institutions. Managed and distributed informative materials for refugees and local populations.
Research Assistant at COLEGIO DE LA FRONTERA NORTE (COLEF) Research Center
August 1, 2020 - March 31, 2022
Conducted database research and interviews for over five major academic research projects. Organized and executed the Nuevo León Industrial Heritage Congress, coordinating with government and academic institutions. Designed infographics and data visualizations to present research findings effectively. Developed interviews, managed collaborative events, created social media and digital content.
Digital Content Manager at VIENDO Y NO VES PODCAST
February 1, 2022 - July 31, 2023
Managed digital content and branding, increasing social media engagement by over 5,000 followers organically in under a year. Developed and executed content strategy, improving audience retention by 30%. Created brand image and managed the team.

Education

Bachelor at Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (ITESM)
August 1, 2019 - June 30, 2023
Bachelor in International Relations at INSTITUTO TECNOLÓGICO Y DE ESTUDIO SUPERIORES DE MONTERREY (ITESM)
August 1, 2019 - June 30, 2023

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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