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Eihab Ali

Eihab Ali

McLean

Summary

Seasoned Foreign Service Officer with a comprehensive background in diplomacy, foreign policy formulation, and international relations. Skilled in navigating complex political landscapes, fostering bilateral relationships, and advancing national interests on global platforms. Known for strategic planning capabilities, and adept negotiation skills. Previous work has consistently resulted in the strengthening of diplomatic ties and the promotion of peacekeeping initiatives.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Former Diplomat

Sudan Misitry of Foregn Affairs
04.2001 - 06.2022
  • Expertise in all diplomatic fields, including international relations, and foreign policy.
  • Demonstrated exceptional leadership abilities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Trained junior diplomats in essential diplomatic language.
  • Skilled in drafting texts, memos, and notes in Arabic and English.
  • Translated complex political documents.
  • Extensive experience in consular affairs and customer service.
  • Developed diplomatic strategies in response to emerging political issues.
  • Built and updated crisis communication plans to handle diverse situations.
  • Organized meetings with foreign government officials to discuss areas of mutual interest.
  • Monitored international media outlets for timely information about key political developments occurring around the globe.
  • Provided training on best practices for diplomatic negotiations to new Foreign Service Officers entering a post abroad.
  • Managed complex projects involving multiple stakeholders from different countries.
  • Maintained contacts with members of local communities in order to gain insight into their culture, customs, and values.
  • I represented Sudan abroad at various conferences and meetings with foreign dignitaries.
  • Coordinated cultural events fostering international understanding.
  • Negotiated agreements between Sudan and foreign countries regarding economic, social, and security concerns.
  • Collaborated with other government agencies and non-governmental organizations on global initiatives aimed at improving human rights conditions worldwide.
  • Analyzed intelligence reports from around the world to assess potential risks or threats to Sudan's interests.
  • Interpreted and translated documents from other languages into English for internal use.
  • Coordinated positive media interviews and events sponsorships.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Hardworking, highly motivated, detail-oriented, and committed to excellence.
  • Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and PowerPoint.


WORK EXPERIENCE

Diplomat in Sudan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) from 2001 to

2022 worked in the following departments and embassies:


  • The Department of Consular Affairs and Customer Satisfaction. (MFA)
  • Department of Admin. Affairs and Human and Financial Resources. (MFA)
  • The Department of American Affairs. (MFA)
  • The Department of European Affairs. (MFA)
  • The Department of Peace and Humanitarian Affairs (MFA)
  • The Ministerial Executive Office. (MFA)
  • Deputy Director of the Department of African Affairs- Western and Central Africa. (MFA)
  • Sudan’s Embassy in Morocco as third secretary (4 years)
  • Sudan’s Embassy in Chad as counselor. (4 years)
  • Minister Plenipotentiary and Deputy Ambassador at Sudan’s Embassy in Rwanda (4 years).
  • Minister Plenipotentiary at Sudan’s Embassy in Washington DC, USA.(2 years 2020-2022)
  • Participated in many regional and international conferences and forums.
  • Organized high-level presidential and ministerial visits.


Worked for the TjMaxx Company as front desk coordinator for a short time.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Languages: English And French

University of Khartoum- Faculty of Arts
Khartoum-Sudan
03-1999

Skills

  • International relations
  • Foreign policy
  • Crisis communication
  • Project management
  • Diplomatic negotiations
  • Language translation
  • Political analysis
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Press releases
  • Relationship building
  • Written communication
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Thought leadership
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Creative thinking
  • Crisis management

Affiliations

  • Reading, traveling, drawing and chess playing

Certification

  • Work authorization
  • Driver's license

Timeline

Former Diplomat

Sudan Misitry of Foregn Affairs
04.2001 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Languages: English And French

University of Khartoum- Faculty of Arts
Eihab Ali