Mayar Derbashi
Hebron
Summary
An individual committed to social work and humanitarian causes, advocating for equal opportunities and rights for all, and recognizing the vital role of youth in shaping our society. I'm looking to sustain myself in a prosperous NGO career, through which I can contribute my skills and enthusiasm to make a long-lasting change and empower those who have been marginalized.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Communication and Coordination Assistant
United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)
2 2024 - Current
- Coordinated workshop logistics, including venue setup, participant registration, and material preparation, ensuring seamless implementation.
- Drafted and scheduled social media posts across multiple platforms to promote workshop events and outcomes effectively.
- Assisted in crafting web stories and press releases summarizing the events achievements and impact, enhancing the organization's visibility.
- Provided logistical support for a regional event in Cairo, coordinating travel arrangements and on-site facilitation for participants, as well as supporting the regional communication team.
- Contributed to the development of concept notes and proposals by synthesizing information and assisting in drafting compelling narratives.
- Offered translation services as needed during workshops and meetings, ensuring clear communication across diverse linguistic backgrounds.
Translator
Metras Global (digital Platform)
09.2022 - Current
- Translated reports from Arabic to English and formulated news articles as a mean to raise awareness worldwide of the ongoing situation in Palestine.
- Filmed the land confiscations that have been taking place in Masafer Yatta as well as drafting reports in written word that also captures this experience in both English and Arabic.
- Actively took part in all Metras workshops and zoom meetings, provided feedback as well as suggestions to improve the platform.
Arabic Instructor for non-native speakers
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06.2022 - Current
- Developed and delivered comprehensive private Arabic language courses tailored to the specific needs of my English speaking students.
- Fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment to encourage active participation and cultural exchange.
- Offered individualized support and guidance to students to address their language learning challenges.
- Organized cultural immersion activities and events to enhance students' understanding of Arabic culture and traditions, like Palestinian cuisine cooking classes.
Translator
#UNCHILDING Campaign
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Translated written and recorded materials to be posted on the campaign platforms.
- Documented the effects of the occupation on children growing up in the West Bank as part of content making.
- Attended monthly meetings regarding the campaign progress and publicity.
- Promoted the campaign and ensured that it reached as many people as possible.
Project coordinator assistant
Palestinian Center for Communication and Development Strategies (PCCDS)
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted the project coordinator in developing projects' plans, ensuring the projects' progress as well as documenting it.
- Organized meetings, workshops and maintained smooth communication between the project coordinator, donors, and project beneficiaries.
- Partook as an instructor giving a workshop about women rights' in workplace, as well as enhancing intellectual and cultural dialogue among youth in Palestinian universities, as part of supporting the project's implementation.
Volunteer
Youth Of Sumod Group
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Accompanied international volunteers in field visits as a translator to spread awareness about the land confiscation there.
- Repeatedly visited Masafer Yatta and ensured the safety of citizens - specifically children- after every demolition.
- Helped spreading awareness about Masafer Yatta by recording materials about Sfai demolished school, and took part in publishing them as well as translating them.
- Supported locals by planting and picking olive trees with them during olive harvest season, as well as rebuilding demolished houses and schools.
Tour guide and interpreter
The Excellence Center
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided an immersive experience for groups of international visitors by guiding them on trips around the west bank -the old city of Hebron, Fawwar camp, Aida camp in Bethlehem, as well as visiting official departments like the Governorate and municipality in Hebron, international and local NGOs like Red Cross, Human rights commission, CPT.
- Explained the rich cultural history, the population, as well as the socioeconomic aspect through giving presentations about the political situation In Palestine, especially in the Hebron-Hebron protocol, H1 and H2 division of the old city-, as well as explaining the living conditions of Palestinians in refugee camps.
- Liaised with locals to arrange meetings and presentations so foreigners can have an immersive experience hearing the stories from people who directly experienced them.
Education
Bachelors - English Literature- French
Hebron University
Hebron, West Bank 08.2018 - 05.2022
High School - Literature
Al-Fawwar High School for Girls
Hebron, West Bank 08.2016 - 05.2018
Skills
Adaptability
Problem solving
Multitasking
Attention to details
Editing
Teamwork
Computer skills
Task prioritization
Cultural sensitivity
Organization and Time Management
Community Engagement
Document Translation
Proofreading skills
Language Localization
Transcription proficiency
Cross-cultural communication
References
- Brahim Melouki, brahimm@hebron.edu, Chairman of French department at HU
- Anastasia Perevalova, anastasia.perevalova@un.org, Communications Specialist at UNODC
- Ayah Al-Oballi, Ayahaloballi@metras.com, Editor and Coordinator at Metras
- Jameel Derbashi, Jamil.pccds@gmail.com, Head of PCCDS
- Ayaan Hasan, Ayaannjoz@gmail.com, Former international volunteer at the Excellence Center
- Gareth Brown, garethabrowne@gmail.com, International Journalist in Palestine
Timeline
Translator
#UNCHILDING Campaign
11.2022 - 09.2023
Volunteer
Youth Of Sumod Group
10.2022 - 04.2023
Translator
Metras Global (digital Platform)
09.2022 - Current
Project coordinator assistant
Palestinian Center for Communication and Development Strategies (PCCDS)
09.2022 - 06.2023
Arabic Instructor for non-native speakers
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06.2022 - Current
Tour guide and interpreter
The Excellence Center
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelors - English Literature- French
Hebron University
08.2018 - 05.2022
High School - Literature
Al-Fawwar High School for Girls
08.2016 - 05.2018
Communication and Coordination Assistant
United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)
2 2024 - Current