Rahiba Rahimi
Doha,Qatar
Summary
A seasoned professional with extensive leadership, management, and cultural sensitivity expertise, skilled at guiding strategic planning and execution across diverse settings. Demonstrates proficiency in project management and business development, emphasizing sustainability and community empowerment. Experienced in diplomatic engagement and intercultural mediation, promoting multicultural collaboration and resilience. Dedicated to advancing international relations understanding through effective communication and problem-solving strategies. Career objectives include applying skills in anti-oppressive practices and culturally inclusive care to improve community program implementation.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
6
6
Certification
Work history
Cultural Mediator & Interpreter
International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Doha, Qatar
08.2023 - 07.2025
- Provide essential cultural mediation and interpretation services, enhancing communication for individuals from diverse backgrounds and ensuring understanding across cultural barriers.
- Support the implementation of mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) activities by delivering culturally informed insights, enabling relevant and impactful assistance to beneficiaries.
- Collaborate with the protection team to develop strategic approaches sensitive to cultural diversity that foster a supportive environment for trauma-affected individuals.
- Developed plans for community events that highlighted different cultures, encouraging local engagement.
- Mediated conflicts arising from cultural misunderstandings promoted harmony among disputing parties.
- Demonstrated cultural awareness for enhanced translation understanding and accuracy.
- Revised and translated materials to improve word choice and refine meanings.
- Facilitated intercultural dialogue to promote mutual respect and understanding amongst different cultures.
Co-Founder & President
LAMAN Clothing Company
Kabul, Afghanistan
09.2015 - 07.2025
- Founded the first professional Afghan clothing brand, focusing on sustainability, cultural heritage, and empowering local artisans.
- Developed comprehensive business strategies covering Human Resources, Marketing, Customer Service, and Production, ensuring operational efficiency and quality.
- Managed a diverse team of over 30 staff, fostering an inclusive workplace by implementing equal gender pay policies, supporting women's leadership, and promoting professional growth.
- Secured international media coverage, significantly raising brand awareness through features in prominent outlets, including BBC, DW, New York Times, and Washington Post.
- Organized and executed promotional events globally, including partnerships with the U.S. and U.K. embassies and trade shows in Dubai, India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal, successfully promoting Afghan-made products.
- Preserved and showcased Afghan cultural arts and tribal heritage, integrating traditional crafts into contemporary fashion and creating a unique brand identity.
- Initiated partnerships with other businesses to enhance brand visibility.
- Secured investment opportunities with compelling pitch presentations.
- Developed business strategies for market expansion.
- Identified business opportunities for revenue generation
- Managed budget allocations, ensuring optimal resource utilisation.
- Utilised technology solutions to increase operational efficiency.
Gender Officer-Gender Department
ASDP (Afghanistan Skills Development Project)
Kabul, Afghanistan
03.2012 - 07.2013
- Facilitated integration and promotion of gender perspectives within educational initiatives in collaboration with the Ministry of Education.
- Designed and conducted training workshops to raise awareness of gender issues, enhance inclusivity, and combat discrimination in educational settings.
- Monitored and reported on the progress of gender initiatives, drafting comprehensive quarterly reports for stakeholders to ensure accountability and transparency.
- Improved team efficiency with regular training sessions.
- Maintained high standards of personal conduct, contributing to a positive work environment.
- Assisted during special events and large-scale gender related operations, ensuring the smooth running of activities.
Education
Master of Arts - Leadership and Sustainability
Robert Kennedy College
Switzerland 09.2024 -
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science/ Public Administration
American University of Afghanistan
Kabul Afghanistan/ Doha Qatar 03.2012 - 10.2013
High School Diploma -
International School of Kabul
Kabul Afghanistan 08.2005 - 05.2013
Skills
- Leadership
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Communication
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Performance Monitoring
- Entrepreneurship
- Sustainability
- Community Empowerment
- Religious studies knowledge
- Diplomatic engagement
- Translation proficiency
- Cross-Cultural adaptability
- Multicultural collaboration
- Resilience and adaptability
- International relations insight
- Child protection knowledge
- Intercultural mediation technique
- Tolerance and patience
- Understanding of immigration policies
- Event coordination experience
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
Persian
Native
Hindi
Intermediate
Accomplishments
- Active participant in Model United Nations throughout the university, serving as President at the American University of Afghanistan from 2015 to 2018, where I honed my public speaking, negotiation, and leadership skills.
- Attended pivotal global events such as the Afghan Luxury Show in Milan, the SAARC Business Leaders Conclave in Nepal,
- Harvard Model United Nations in Italy, and TEIMUN in the Netherlands, gaining experience in international relations and networking with global leaders.
- Afghan Luxury Show Goldozi 2019, Milan, Italy- Top Cultural Brand Participant
- SAARC Business Leaders Conclave- Treads of Hope Fashion Show
- Cultural fashion Show at the American Embassy in Kabul
- LAALA brand exhibition in Dubai- Brand Participant
- Cultural fashion show, UK Embassy Kabul- Brand Participant
- President of the Model United Nations (2015-2016) Participated in The European International Model United Nations in Hague, Netherlands
- Participated in Harvard Model United Nations 2016 in Rome, Italy
- Member of the South Asian Youth Conference in Sri Lanka (SAYC)
- Participated in The Global Women Entrepreneurship summit led by Ivanka Trump
- Business DNA 40 under 40 (Business Leaders in Afghanistan)
- Punctuality and Generosity Award at American University of Kabul (2014-2015)
- Supervised team responsible for garment production, and
- Upsold additional garments, increasing monthly revenue 40%
- Co designed seasonal collection, and carried out top-notch marketing content.
- Implemented custom made process, streamlining work customer centeric approach.
Certification
Trainings/ Certifications
- Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse
- I know Gender 16: Gender Equality and Immigration
- Cultural Competency and Understanding
- IOM: Global Induction Programme (IOM)
- BSAFE Course hosted in the UNDSS portal
- Information Security Awareness
- Ethics and Conduct at IOM: The Values We Share
- Strategic Planning at IOM
- ISPR Module 2: Strategic Planning at IOM
- Integrated Strategic Planning and Results (ISPR) course at IOM
- Child Protection
Timeline
Master of Arts - Leadership and Sustainability
Robert Kennedy College
09.2024 -
Cultural Mediator & Interpreter
International Organization for Migration (IOM)
08.2023 - 07.2025
Co-Founder & President
LAMAN Clothing Company
09.2015 - 07.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science/ Public Administration
American University of Afghanistan
03.2012 - 10.2013
Gender Officer-Gender Department
ASDP (Afghanistan Skills Development Project)
03.2012 - 07.2013
High School Diploma -
International School of Kabul
08.2005 - 05.2013
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