Hi, I’m
Narmin Gahramansoy
SENIOR CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
Mönchengladbach
Overview
6
years of professional experience
10
years of post-secondary education
5
Languages
Work History
Henkel
Intern at Diversity and Inclusion Department
09.2021 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Analyzed and reported key data on diversity and inclusion;
- Created company literature on promotion of diversity and inclusion initiatives;
- Benchmarked the company’s policies against industry standards
ENGIN LTD
Senior Corporate Communications Specialist
09.2018 - 04.2019
Job overview
- Implemented duties of Head of External Relations, worked independently with the CEO with two subordinates;
- Led charity and Corporate Social Responsibility strategy of the company;
- Managed crisis and PR communication;
- Adjusted all communication including artwork, advertisement and technical requirements to Azerbaijani legislation;
- Prepared speeches for the Top Management of the company in all directions including business meetings, press conferences, government communication;
- Twice awarded with the highest company award for 'Performance beyond Expectation'
United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund
Field Researcher
11.2017 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Baseline Study to Inform the Integrated Youth-Friendly Services Pilot Model for Youth Houses;
- Conducted research and organized, planned and executed data collection activities in field locations on development status of adolescents and youth;
- Conducted field research, including interviews and focus group discussions;
- Analyzed qualitative and quantitative data and compiled analytical outputs and written products;
- Project: Baseline Study to Inform the Integrated Youth-Friendly Services Pilot Model for Youth Houses
ENGIN LTD
Corporate Communications Specialist
06.2016 - 12.2017
Job overview
- Created, copyedited, proofread, and revised company literature and all forms of communication;
- Created marketing and promotional materials, developed marketing communications campaigns;
- Recommended and implemented charity and corporate social responsibility projects;
- Worked with managers and business units to determine event budget and managed expenses, organized events;
- Promoted services through public relations initiatives;
- Created and delivered press releases, media relations, and speaking proposals, communication with third parties
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
Intern at Protection Unit
02.2016 - 06.2016
Job overview
- Assisted with the work with refugees and asylum seekers;
- Conducted research on countries of origin
Education
Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences
Master of Arts from Sustainable Development Management
03.2021 - Current
University Overview
Azerbaijan Diplomatic Academy
Master of Arts from Diplomacy and International Affairs
08.2014 - 06.2016
University Overview
- Member of Graduate Student Government, Secretary of Public Relations and ADA MUN Club;
- Awarded with an admission scholarship for academic background and outstanding admission interview;
- Awarded with the scholarship named after Ahmad bey Aghaoghlu for outstanding academic performance;
- Diploma Thesis: 'How economic crisis affects well-being of children born in internally displaced families' jointly with UNICEF and Eurasian International Press Fund
Baku State University
Bachelor of Arts from International Relations
09.2010 - 06.2014
University Overview
- Awarded with state scholarship for the whole studies;
- Bachelor Thesis: Israel in the Turkey’s Contemporary Foreign Policy
Skills
Compassionate Engagement
Agile Thinking
Adaptability to Change
Effective Leadership
Demonstrated Patience
Optimistic Attitude
Effective Interpersonal Communication
Commitment
Strong ability to adapt to multicultural environments
Effective Team Contributor
Autonomous working
Extra-Curricular Activities
Extra-Curricular Activities
- ntercultural Management Course, Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, 01/2022-06/2022
- Volunteer Member of UNICEF Krefeld and German Red Cross, 01/19-06/22
- Course on Social Norms and Social Change, University of Pennsylvania and UNICEF, 01/20
- Course on International Organizations Management, University of Geneva, 01/20
- Volunteer at the Library for Blind People and Shelter for Children and Women, 01/18-10/19
- Course on Communication for Maximum Impact: Storytelling, North-Western University, 01/18
- Summer school on Humanitarian Law, International Red Cross Committee, 04/17
- International Summer School on Migration, International Centre for Migration Policy Development and the European Union, 07/18
Personal Information
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: August 6, 1993
Summary
Passionate about social change through people-centered work, integrity and collaboration. Eager to contribute to missions focused on compassion and equity.
Timeline
Intern at Diversity and Inclusion Department
Henkel
09.2021 - 04.2022
Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences
Master of Arts from Sustainable Development Management
03.2021 - Current
Senior Corporate Communications Specialist
ENGIN LTD
09.2018 - 04.2019
Field Researcher
United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund
11.2017 - 01.2018
Corporate Communications Specialist
ENGIN LTD
06.2016 - 12.2017
Intern at Protection Unit
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
02.2016 - 06.2016
Azerbaijan Diplomatic Academy
Master of Arts from Diplomacy and International Affairs
08.2014 - 06.2016
Baku State University
Bachelor of Arts from International Relations
09.2010 - 06.2014