Khawla Omar

Languages Specialist & Project Coordinator | Event Management & Community Engagement | Social Impact Advocate | NRC Volunteer

Tripoli, Libya

About

Lifelong learner with a strong interest in education, communication, project coordination, event management, and community engagement. Passionate about continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and creating meaningful impact through organized, innovative, and people-centered initiatives. Committed to fostering collaboration, supporting growth, and contributing to projects that create positive and lasting impact. Currently pursuing a Master’s in French Studies while expanding my professional skills.

Experience

  • Global Communication & Content Liaison at North Africa Co. for Intellectual Property
    Feb 2025 - Mar 2026 · 1 yr 2 mos

    Ensuring seamless operational standards and intellectual property protection

  • Protection & Social Cohesion Assistant at Project under the leadership of UNHCR
    Jan 2024 - Dec 2024 · 1 yr

  • Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ()
    • Interpreter (2021 – 2023)
      May 2021 - Aug 2023 · 2 yrs 4 mos

      Served as a primary linguistic and cultural bridge between international medical teams and patients, providing high-level French/Arabic interpretation for mental health and medical programs. Acted as a cultural liaison to ensure humanitarian services were delivered with respect to local norms, while translating sensitive social and psychological content with strict adherence to protection and confidentiality standards.

    • Translator | Social worker
      Feb 2020 - Apr 2021 · 1 yr 3 mos

      Provided direct social support and case management for vulnerable populations, conducting social assessments, and facilitating access to essential healthcare and protection services. Worked closely with multidisciplinary teams to document cases, follow up on intervention plans, and conduct community outreach to raise awareness about available medical and humanitarian assistance.

  • Head of Kindergarten Department at Kids Academy International School
    Sep 2018 - Nov 2020 · 2 yrs 3 mos