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Marie Claudine Andre

Social Communication Specialist
Fredericton,NB

Summary

Experienced communication professional with a rich 17-year journey in crafting engaging narratives, fostering stakeholder connections, and building lasting relationships. A skilled storyteller, backed by a visual arts background, adept at transcending barriers. Multilingual and culturally sensitive, poised to infuse strategic communication with a touch of finesse.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
4
4
Languages

Work History

Communication Specialist

Papyrus S.A.
Pétion-Ville , Haiti
10.2017 - 08.2023
  • Enhanced the quality and design of Annual and Quarterly Reports production.
  • Conceptualized and developed a more user-friendly website to enhance user experience.
  • Provided integral support for planning and implementing activities across diverse Papyrus projects.
  • Established and maintained a cohesive and distinctive corporate image.
  • Effectively conveyed Papyrus' vision and objectives to a broader audience.
  • Cultivated and sustained relationships with donors such as Global Affairs Canada, United States Agency for International Development, and Inter-American Development Bank, diligently ensuring strict adherence to their regulations and guidelines throughout project implementation.
  • Nurtured and fostered strong relations with diverse stakeholders, like the media and local government entities ensuring the seamless execution of projects.
  • Crafted impactful and compelling success stories and other written materials tailored for donors' engagement.
  • Skillfully designed and executed high-quality video summaries, enriching project comprehension.
  • Strategically orchestrated major capacity building and networking events to amplify project visibility.

Responsable Programme Communication & Culture

Swiss Embassy
Pétion-Ville , Haiti
01.2014 - 09.2017
  • Successfully integrated the Swiss Embassy into the Haitian community, facilitating smoother program implementation through increased visibility.
  • Formulated a functional committee of renowned artists for effective funding allocation in cultural activities.
  • Organized significant cultural events that fostered collaboration between local and international artists.
  • Maintained strong communication channels with partners and artists, ensuring the realization of cultural initiatives.

Business Development and Communication Manager

ActionAid
Port-au-Prince, Haiti
05.2007 - 12.2013
  • Strategically devised and executed communication and marketing plans for pivotal advocacy campaigns, amplifying awareness on critical issues.
  • Empowered Haitians in rural areas with insights into land rights, food rights, and women's rights through awareness campaigns.
  • Trained grassroots organizations in rural areas, equipping them with vital communication skills to express needs and successes.
  • Prepared weekly situational reports and crisis updates for donors to enhance project support.
  • Produced impactful and engaging visual materials to foster connections with sponsors.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Arts

Universidad Interamericana
San German, Puerto-Rico
08.2000 - 05.2004

Skills

    Communication Strategy implementation

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Certification

Planning & Evaluating Operational Excellence - USAID

Timeline

Planning & Evaluating Operational Excellence - USAID

10-2018

Sub-Award Management - USAID

10-2018

Communication Specialist

Papyrus S.A.
10.2017 - 08.2023

Responsable Programme Communication & Culture

Swiss Embassy
01.2014 - 09.2017

Business Development and Communication Manager

ActionAid
05.2007 - 12.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Arts

Universidad Interamericana
08.2000 - 05.2004
Marie Claudine AndreSocial Communication Specialist