Globally-experienced public information & media expert with 30+ years experience in journalism and the UN. Spokesperson, strong writing, crisis communication skills. Video production and photo expertise. Seeking short term assignments including in emergencies. Can relocate at short notice. |
Contact SIMON INGRAM
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Area of Expertise: |
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Communications, Media, Knowledge Management, Editor
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Professional Experience: |
An accomplished Communications Professional with global experience with the United Nations and in journalism. An impressive record of achievement in public advocacy, acquired during 16 years with UNICEF in development and emergency settings in the Middle East, Africa, and South East Asia. Top quality writer, editor and producer of web and long-form reports, speeches and other products; extensive media management skills honed during 16 years as a correspondent for the BBC and other leading print and broadcast media in over 40 countries. Experienced and engaging spokesperson with ability to communicate complex messages on political, economic and social issues to a range of audiences. Versatile and politically astute, offering strong operational leadership, analytical and influencing skills, now seeking consulting or other medium-term opportunities with a globally-engaged corporate, NGO or other entity where effective communication is a required tool for raising public awareness and engagement, and for mobilising resources.
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Education: |
Modern History, Oxford University, UK.
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Affiliations and Achievements: |
Author of long form public advocacy reports for UNICEF: samples: https://www.unicef.org/child-alert/preserving-hope-afghanistan https://www.unicef.org/reports/rohingya-refugee-children-in-bangladesh-want-to-learn-2019
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