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Strategic Communication Specialist with 13 years experience in humanitarian-development sector

Dushanbe, Tajikistan
Worldwide
Master's Degree English Literature & Mass Media
Dushanbe, Tajikistan
Worldwide
Master's Degree English Literature & Mass Media

Profile attachments

CV- Salima imomnazarova Feb 2026 .pdf
ALG Newsletter Jan -July 2023 .pdf
ALG Newsletter Jan -July 2023 .pdf
EIP Knowledge Management Strategy .pdf

About me

Strategic Communications & Knowledge Management Specialist | Expert in Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Planning & International Development | USAID, FCDO, EU, UN IOM, Save the Children, Oxfam GB...

JavaScriptAdobe Creative CloudAdobe Premiere ProBusiness CommunicationCommunications ManagementDatabasesData SystemWeb DevelopmentGraphic DesignHumanitarianismKnowledge ManagementProject ManagementMultidisciplinary ApproachPrism (Software)Stakeholder EngagementStrategic CommunicationVideo EditingVisual CommunicationsOperations and Management PlatformDemonstration SkillsFigmaWeb Technologies
Strategic Communication Development
Strategic communication framework design and implementation with proven track record of enhancing organizational visibility by over 30% among key stakeholders

Stakeholder Engagement and Project Management
Comprehensive stakeholder engagement strategies and project communication management across multidisciplinary teams in international development organizations

Knowledge Management and Digital Platform Development
Corporate communication and knowledge management strategies implementation with digital platform establishment for cross-border information exchange

Microsoft Office Suite
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications for professional documentation and presentation

Adobe Creative Suite
Professional video editing and graphic design using Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Cap Cut, and Canva

Data Systems Management
PRISM and START database systems for refugee program analytics and reporting

Web Technologies
JavaScript basics for web development and digital platform management

Graphic Design Tools
Creative design capabilities using Canva, Figma, and Blender for visual communication materials

Experience

Professional experience10+ years
Freelancer since2026

Languages

EnglishFluentPersianFluentRussianFluent

Project history

Project Assistant: Communication & Cultural Orientation

IOM UN (International Organization for Migration, United Nations)
Conducted communication and cultural orientation training for 760 Afghan refugees and Special Immigration Visa applicants. Provided consultation and information services through info-desks to 1000 applicants through IOM PRISM/START application interfaces.

Strategic Communications Manager / Gender Equality & Social Inclusion (GESI)

DAI Global
Designed and launched comprehensive strategic communications framework enhancing USAID's visibility by over 30% among key stakeholders. Planned and managed over 50 public outreach campaigns and awareness initiatives, resulting in 40% increase in women and youth participation in agricultural programs.

Regional Knowledge Management Specialist

DAI Europe | UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO)
Developed and implemented Corporate Communication & Knowledge Management Strategies for FCDO programme, ensuring 100% compliance with FCDO policies. Established digital knowledge-sharing platform between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan offices, increasing cross-border information exchange by 40%.

Communications Specialist

DAI Europe | UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO)
Led development of EIP Communications and Marketing Strategy, crafting detailed action plan to effectively increase target audience engagement by 25%. Conducted over 15 high-impact events leading to 90% participant satisfaction rate and enhanced stakeholder collaboration.

Communication Specialist (consultancy)

Human Dynamics | European Union's Quality Education Support Programme
Developed and implemented Communication Strategy for European Union's Quality Education Support Programme. Successfully increased EU programme visibility by over 60% within two years through targeted campaigns and consistent branding.

Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Specialist (consultancy)

IMC Worldwide | Climate Investment Fund & European Bank for Reconstruction
Co-developed strategic Knowledge and Dissemination Strategy to integrate gender considerations into Tajikistan's national climate resilience policy. Ensured transparent project execution through effective reporting and cooperation with IMC team and Local Project Manager.

Communications Manager

Abt Associates | Climate Investment Fund (CIF)
Co-developed Tajikistan's National Adaptation to Climate Change Strategy 2030. Developed and executed national climate change awareness campaign reaching over 50,000 beneficiaries across government, civil society, and vulnerable communities.

Community Mobilizer Officer | Communications

Save the Children International
Developed training module for out-of-school education programs for Ministry of Education departments in Regions of Tajikistan. Delivered Training of Trainers sessions for education departments and directly supervised program coordinators.

Media Communication Officer

Oxfam GB
Designed and executed communication strategy for Oxfam projects. Led public awareness campaigns and capacity-building efforts while increasing visibility through strategic media engagement.

Lecturer Assistant

Khorog State University
Delivered engaging lectures in linguistics and communication. Assessed coursework and provided mentorship to students in academic development.

Certificates

Developing Skills for Women Leadership in Climate

UNITAR

2026

Mastering International Climate Negotiations

UN CC: Learn

2025

Portfolio

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