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Ahmed Alsammak

MBA Student
Dublin

Summary

Highly motivated professional with 7 years of journalism experience pursuing an MBA to expand skillset within the business sector. Driven by a desire to strengthen business knowledge and leadership capabilities, committed to continuous learning and professional growth. Proven success in fast-paced, demanding environments, demonstrating strong multitasking and organizational abilities.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Freelance Journalist

Middle East Eye & The Electronic Intifada
1 2021 - Current
  • Wrote, edited and produced stories for Internet and digital channels.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with sources.

Freelance Journalist

Pal-Think for Strategic Studies
01.2019 - 08.2023

Covering all events and conferences for the internet and social media platforms.

Co-Founder & Trainer

WANN Reports
01.2022 - 06.2023

Volunteer youth-led project aims to train young writers and journalism students in journalism to amplify marginalized people's voice in Gaza and create source of income by writing news stories for news agencies.

  • Coached 35 University students and young writers.
  • Edited trainees' stories biweekly.
  • Coordinated and facilitated 10 trainees' field work weekly.
  • Focal point of communication between news agencies and trainees.

Volunteer Project Assistant

We Are Not Numbers
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
  • Managed logistics and scheduling for training for 50 trainees three times biweekly.
  • Performed work according to project schedules and established quality standards.

News Reporter

Al-Mashreq News
01.2017 - 12.2019
  • Reported news and cultivated strong relationships with sources.

Customer Service Assistant

Wanasa Café
01.2015 - 07.2015
  • Answered questions about menu, recommended items, and explained ingredients.
  • Maintained product freshness and assisted with stock counts.
  • Operated cash register, processed payments, and provided receipts.



Education

MBA -

Dublin Business School
Dublin, Ireland
05.2023 - Current

Postgraduate Diploma - Translation

The Islamic University of Gaza
Gaza
05.2022 - 2023.05

Bachelor of Arts - Media And Mass Communication

Al-Azhar University
Gaza
09.2013 - 2018.04

Skills

    Time Management

    Attention to Detail

    Excellent Communication

    Problem-Solving Skills

    Adoptability

    Interpersonal Skills

    Teamwork

    Time Management

References

Charlotte Bishop

Education and Research Manager at Stand

Dublin

Charlotte@stand.ie

+353 87 431 1839


Walaa Sabah

Operations Director at We Are Not Numbers

London

+353 89 279 7573



Languages

Arabic
Native language
English
Advanced
C1

Timeline

MBA -

Dublin Business School
05.2023 - Current

Postgraduate Diploma - Translation

The Islamic University of Gaza
05.2022 - 2023.05

Co-Founder & Trainer

WANN Reports
01.2022 - 06.2023

Volunteer Project Assistant

We Are Not Numbers
01.2022 - 08.2022

Freelance Journalist

Pal-Think for Strategic Studies
01.2019 - 08.2023

News Reporter

Al-Mashreq News
01.2017 - 12.2019

Customer Service Assistant

Wanasa Café
01.2015 - 07.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Media And Mass Communication

Al-Azhar University
09.2013 - 2018.04

Freelance Journalist

Middle East Eye & The Electronic Intifada
1 2021 - Current
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