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Maxime M.MM

Maxime M.

Public Affairs & Strategic Communications Expert

€388/day
Abu Dhabi Island and Internal Islands City, AE
8-15 years

Average response time: 1 hour

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About Maxime

Expert in Public Affairs and Strategic Communications

With over eight years of experience in communication strategy and project management at the international level, I am an expert public affairs consultant recognized for my ability to design and deploy effective engagement plans and manage stakeholder relationships. My skill in monitoring and executing awareness campaigns has allowed me to enhance the visibility of organizations while achieving the precise objectives set by my clients. A skilled advisor, I forge lasting partnerships and respond with agility to stakeholder concerns, while resolving complex problems. My leadership and personalized advice are the result of rich experience with international public and private entities, allowing me to navigate multicultural and dynamic environments with ease.

Public Affairs and Strategic Communications Expert

I am a seasoned professional with extensive experience in managing international programs and projects, executing effective stakeholder engagement strategies, and delivering insightful, research-based solutions. My proven track record includes crafting strategic plans that drive productivity, fostering key relationships, and adeptly navigating complex challenges.
I specialize in designing and implementing advocacy campaigns, enhancing brand visibility, and achieving shared objectives through tailored guidance and partnership development. My expertise also encompasses providing high-level consulting services globally, leading teams with exceptional management skills, and ensuring success in fast-paced, evolving settings.
Ready to bring my strategic acumen and leadership prowess to your organization, I am equipped to deliver results that exceed expectations and foster sustained growth.
  • French

    Native or bilingual

  • English

    Native or bilingual

Remote only
Primarily works remotely

Experience

  • Access Partnership
    Head of MENA Office - Senior Policy Manager
    CONSULTING AND AUDITS
    June 2023 - Today (3 years)
    Formulate strategic campaigns tailored to national and international public entities (duty bearers, ministries, regulators) to influence decision-making. Provide expert advice to key stakeholders on strategic communications, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement campaigns. Successfully manages several teams.

    • Developed and managed end-to-end partnership strategies for public, semi-public and private entities, including engagement and activation plans, impact criteria, and success tracking KPIs.
    • Successfully deployed government affairs strategies, including stakeholder mapping, advocacy campaigns, and strategic communications to facilitate relationship building between the private and public sector.
    • Planned event attendance strategies based on stakeholder mapping, engagement plans and advocacy initiatives.
    • Developed a public policy research & monitoring methodology for enabling teams to respond quickly to political developments and strategic shifts.
    Stakeholder Engagement Lobbying Public Affairs Public Policy Business Development Advocacy Advocacy Thought Leadership Partnerships
  • Research for Purpose
    Partner - Public Policy Expert
    CONSULTING AND AUDITS
    May 2016 - May 2023 (7 years)
    Paris, France
    Clients: United Nations Agencies (UNICEF, UNESCO), Duty Bearers, Government Entities, Foundations, Private Companies


    Developed and implemented comprehensive communications, advocacy and capacity-building strategies for UN Agencies aimed at enhancing awareness and increasing engagement across varied audiences globally.
    • Played a pivotal role in the implementation of UN Programmes at the global, regional, and local level for Education and Communication Sectors by successfully designing advocacy campaigns.
    • Developed and executed capacity-building strategies to empower UN Agencies’ Communication teams, enabling them to effectively deliver Programme objectives through inter-Agency coordination.
    • Collaborated with key stakeholders, involving field offices, donors, government officials, and private companies to maximise project impact.
    • Developed strategies to enhance brand visibility and reputation through social listening, digital communications, and stakeholder engagement plans.
    Strategic Planning Strategic Analysis Data Analysis Project Management Reporting Public Policy Analysis

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Education

  • Master II in International Affairs
    Carleton University
    2016
    Master en affaires internationales (sciences politiques)
  • Bachelor in Political Science
    Université de Montréal
    2015

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