SALAMA ALMHEIRI

Intern | Political Affairs

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Profile summary

Motivated intern in political affairs with regional GCC experience in Dubai, supported by a Bachelor of Arts from Zayed University and foundational skills in political research and policy analysis. Contributed to research operations, analytical studies, and strategic briefings within government office environments while also supporting event logistics and administration. Prepared formal studies and reference materials to inform institutional decisions alongside coordinating medical support and event operations.

Career highlights

Political Research and Analysis: Contributed to the Vice President Office for Political Affairs by supporting regional and international research operations, preparing formal studies, and compiling reference materials.

Policy Briefing and Reporting: Assisted senior staff by conducting analytical studies, preparing strategic briefs, and supporting policy analysis tasks to inform office decisions.

Event Logistics Coordination: Supported event operations for UAE National Day Celebrations by coordinating on-site logistics, assisting attendees, and guiding visitors across the venue.

Professional Development: Completed multiple training programs through Edad, including the Interview Skills Program, Job Search Program, and Professionalism Program.

Key skills

ProfessionalMicrosoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Political & International Affairs Analysis Research and Policy Analysis Stakeholder Engagement Data Entry &Report Writing Meeting Coordination Collaboration & Teamwork Communication Skills Professional Work Ethics Attention to Detail Political Research Policy Analysis Strategic Briefing Event Operations Data Collection Information Synthesis Logistics Coordination
SkillsAdministrative Support Report Writing Analytical Studies

Professional experience

InternAug 2024 - Dec 2024
Vice President Office for Political Affairs, Emirates TowersDubai, UAE

Contributed to the Vice President Office for Political Affairs, supporting regional and international political research operations and assisting senior staff with analytical studies.

  • Prepared formal studies, reports, and strategic briefs related to active office operations.
  • Supported policy analysis tasks to contribute directly to research-based decision-making.
  • Compiled reference materials and documentation for use in diplomatic briefings and reports.
VolunteerDec 2025 - Present
Al Warfa Event

Participated in event operations for UAE National Day Celebrations, handling logistics coordination and helping attendees for program execution.

  • Assisted staff with event setup and crowd management duties during the festival.
  • Supported preparation tasks for festival attendees and staff members.
VolunteerDec 2025 - Present
Al Dana Event

Supported the delivery of UAE National Day Celebrations in 2025 by coordinating on-site logistics and assisting attendees with general inquiries.

  • Guided visitors to designated areas across the event venue.
  • Distributed program materials to participants.
VolunteerOct 2025 - Present
Arab Reading Challenge
TraineeJan 2024 - Present
Edad

Interview Skills Program

VolunteerOct 2021 - Nov 2021
One CentralDubai, UAE
  • Assisted 19 medical staff with patient intake and documentation collection.
  • Prepared vaccination stations and organized medical supplies for incoming attendees.

Education

Bachelor of ArtsJan 2024
Zayed University, Dubai, UAE

International Relations

Certifications

Arab Reading Challenge Volunteer, Oct 2025
Edad CV Development Program, 2024
Edad Interview Skills Program, 2024
Edad Job Search Program, 2024
Edad Professionalism Program, 2024

Languages

Arabic · Native

English · Fluent