Oula Harba
Damascus
Summary
A Syrian journalist with a strong background in business, specializing in business development, public relations, and marketing consultancy. Proven experience in building strategic partnerships and securing sponsorships for both for-profit and non-profit projects.
Well-versed in market trends and adept at developing strategies that drive sales and marketing success. Known for thinking outside the box to deliver exceptional results. Skilled in crafting impactful mass communication messages and developing promotional and informational content to elevate brand image, promote initiatives, and effectively engage target audiences.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, National Identity Department
Ministry of Media
05.2025 - Current
Olafemme
Private Business
01.2022 - Current
An online store on social media platforms, specializing in Syrian women's clothing and hijabs, serving customers in Sweden and the EU.
Founder
Rise Cham
04.2025 - Current
New voluntary foundation for development and community awareness.
Weqube
PR & Marketing Consultant
10.2024 - 12.2024
Ounousa Online Boutique
Private Business
01.2016 - 12.2020
Imported women's clothing from Turkey, China, and Beirut, and sold it online through Ounousa online Boutique أنوثة , in addition to participating in clothing exhibitions for promotion and sales.
Media Director
JCI Organization in Damascus
03.2018 - 12.2020
Economic and Social Projects and conferences.
Marketing Consultant
RB Holding Malaysia
01.2020 - 2020
freelance job
Productive Woman Project Manager
JCI Damascus Organisation and SOS Syria
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Developing and empowering breadwinners women after war
مشروع تمكين أكاديمي واقتصادي يستهدف عينة من النساء المعيلات والمهجرات في الغوطة الشرقية ومدينة دمشق.
PR & Marketing consultant
Dar Alfikr
02.2019 - 03.2019
freelance job
Syrian Business Women charity event organizer
JCI Damascus
09.2019 - 2019
Exhibition Organizer
International Mashhadani Group
07.2018 - 01.2019
Organized international specialized exhibitions
مجموعة مشهداني الدولية
Reporter
Arabesque FM
02.2018 - 07.2018
Provided media coverage for social and economic events, including reporting, content creation, and audience engagement
Digital Marketing Director
Microsolutions company
06.2017 - 12.2017
Conference Organizer
OSF company
02.2016 - 07.2016
freelance job
Arabic & English Copywriter
Zoukhrof Advertising Agency
01.2015 - 06.2015
English and Arabic Content Creator
World Merit Syria Organization
01.2014 - 12.2014
News Editing Trainee
Aliqtisadi Syria Website الاقتصادي سوريا
Editor
Nabd Alasemeh منصة نبض العاصمة
01.2012 - 01.2014
News platform specialized in the Syrian revolution crisis
Coordinator of Peaceful Activism and Community & H
Free Syrian Students Union – Damascus Branch اتحاد الطلبة الأحرار دمشق
08.2011 - 12.2015
In the Syrian revolution in 2011, coordinated peaceful movements and organized community and humanitarian activities. Also contributed as a content editor for written materials and event communications.
Founder – Student First Aid Team
Free Syrian Students Union – Damascus Branch
05.2012 - 12.2014
Established and led a volunteer-based medical response team in Damascus. The team was trained by doctors to support field hospitals in liberated areas lacking basic medical services for civilians injured in bombardments.
Education
Bachelor degree - T.V And Broadcast Section.
Faculty of Media in BAUF (Bilad Alsham Private University)
Damascus01-2017
A- C - English, Levels :4 + 5 + 6
Hermods School For Languages
Kungsbacka. Sweden01-2024
MBA - MBA Program :Mini Master program of business administration
Venture International
Syria04-2019
No Degree - Architectural Engineering
Technical Engineering Institute, Damascus University
Damascus, Syria01-2011
Skills
- Fluent in both English and Arabic
- Public relations management
- Commitment to high standards
- Multitasking abilities
- Strategic messaging skills
- Effective client communication
- Digital Marketing strategy
- Competitive market evaluation
- SEO-focused content strategy
- Brand identity enhancement
- Social commerce
- Market positioning
- Digital marketing strategies
- Social media management
- Copywriting
- Brand positioning expertise
- Retail marketing
- Sales techniques
- Business development
- Social media marketing
- Marketing campaign management
- Event management
- Partnership marketing
- Brand-building strategies
- Marketing strategy development
- Campaign management
Custom
- Alweam Syrian Association for Blind Women, educational project, Voice-Over, with Help Team
- NASJ initiative, Participation, supported by UNHCR for displaced Women
- Psychological support, for children and women with Help Team
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
Arabic
Native
Swedish
Intermediate
French
Beginner
Personal Information
Name & contact
Timeline
Director, National Identity Department
Ministry of Media
05.2025 - Current
Founder
Rise Cham
04.2025 - Current
Weqube
PR & Marketing Consultant
10.2024 - 12.2024
Olafemme
Private Business
01.2022 - Current
Marketing Consultant
RB Holding Malaysia
01.2020 - 2020
Syrian Business Women charity event organizer
JCI Damascus
09.2019 - 2019
PR & Marketing consultant
Dar Alfikr
02.2019 - 03.2019
Productive Woman Project Manager
JCI Damascus Organisation and SOS Syria
01.2019 - 12.2019
Exhibition Organizer
International Mashhadani Group
07.2018 - 01.2019
Media Director
JCI Organization in Damascus
03.2018 - 12.2020
Reporter
Arabesque FM
02.2018 - 07.2018
Digital Marketing Director
Microsolutions company
06.2017 - 12.2017
Conference Organizer
OSF company
02.2016 - 07.2016
Ounousa Online Boutique
Private Business
01.2016 - 12.2020
Arabic & English Copywriter
Zoukhrof Advertising Agency
01.2015 - 06.2015
English and Arabic Content Creator
World Merit Syria Organization
01.2014 - 12.2014
Founder – Student First Aid Team
Free Syrian Students Union – Damascus Branch
05.2012 - 12.2014
Editor
Nabd Alasemeh منصة نبض العاصمة
01.2012 - 01.2014
Coordinator of Peaceful Activism and Community & H
Free Syrian Students Union – Damascus Branch اتحاد الطلبة الأحرار دمشق
08.2011 - 12.2015
News Editing Trainee
Aliqtisadi Syria Website الاقتصادي سوريا
Bachelor degree - T.V And Broadcast Section.
Faculty of Media in BAUF (Bilad Alsham Private University)
A- C - English, Levels :4 + 5 + 6
Hermods School For Languages
MBA - MBA Program :Mini Master program of business administration
Venture International
No Degree - Architectural Engineering
Technical Engineering Institute, Damascus University