Abdella Mohamed
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Specialist in media analysis, data journalism, and translation (Arabic-English), with extensive experience in producing early-warning assessments, risk evaluations, and counter-narrative frameworks. Skilled in integrating media analytics, discourse analysis, and socio-political insights to generate actionable, research-driven reports that inform decision-making and strategic communication.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Media Analyst
Emirates Center for Strategic Studies and Research (ECSSR)
01.2023 - Current
- Lead early-warning reports on UAE interests in the USA, Europe, Australia, Africa, and Latin America.
- Conduct risk evaluations in conflict zones and hotspots.
- Produce studies on disinformation and fake news.
- Develop evidence-based counter-narrative frameworks.
- Create frameworks for systematic news monitoring.
- Deliver media literacy training for professionals.
- Produce analytical reports that inform strategy and policy.
Translator & Western Media Monitoring Specialist
ECSSR
11.2020 - 12.2022
- Translated strategic reports, studies, and international commentary (Arabic ↔ English).
- Monitored Western media coverage of UAE affairs and geopolitics.
- Produced analytical summaries and fact-checked content.
- Supported research teams with culturally accurate translations and editing.
Writer & Analyst
Al Roeya Newspaper
10.2014 - 08.2016
- Authored articles on science and religion, extremism, regional powers, and critical socio-political issues.
- Produced commentary and opinion pieces contributing to public debates.
- Developed research-informed insights on contemporary regional issues.
Editor & Translator
Al Nahar Newspaper
01.2010 - 02.2014
- Edited and translated political, cultural, and analytical texts.
- Conducted systematic media monitoring and discourse analysis.
Interpreter
United Nations
08.2007 - 09.2010
- Provided simultaneous and consecutive interpretation (Arabic ↔ English).
- Translated legal, technical, literary, and political documents.
- Facilitated intercultural communication in conflict environments.
Education
MA - Global Data Journalism
SOAS, University of London
UK01.2027
BA - American and English Literature
Sohag University
Egypt06.2007
Timeline
Media Analyst
Emirates Center for Strategic Studies and Research (ECSSR)
01.2023 - Current
Translator & Western Media Monitoring Specialist
ECSSR
11.2020 - 12.2022
Writer & Analyst
Al Roeya Newspaper
10.2014 - 08.2016
Editor & Translator
Al Nahar Newspaper
01.2010 - 02.2014
Interpreter
United Nations
08.2007 - 09.2010
MA - Global Data Journalism
SOAS, University of London
BA - American and English Literature
Sohag University
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