Public and Private Role of Religion
Hanna Taufiq Siraj
Communications Strategist
Blk 780, Pasir Ris St 71, #14-578
Summary
Dedicated and collaborative communications specialist with dedication to partnering with diverse groups to achieve community goals. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Seasoned practitioner in training and development for adult higher-learning.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Assistant Director, Strategic Engagement
Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (Muis)
Singapore, Singapore
09.2020 - Current
- Developed effective digital communications and engagement strategies based on key business metrics and made recommendations for proactive adjustments to policies and procedures for the organisation.
- Created citizen database and develop new relationships with diverse community groups for strategic engagement and partnerships.
- Content creator and supervisor for Muslim.SG targeting Singaporean Muslim millennials to counter online extremist narratives.
- Develop engagement and communications strategies for Harmony Centre which builds bridges with other religious and civic groups that fosters trust and social unity.
Assistant Director, Muis Academy
Islamic Religious Council of Singapore
Singapore, Singapore
01.2009 - 08.2020
- Developed training programmes for Muslim religious teachers to become thought leaders which lead communities to thrive in a multicultural state that is inclusive.
- Organise high-stature conferences and seminars that discusses the public role of religion and religious communities attended by government offers, faith and community leaders.
- Publish books and research on topic related to Islam, religion and contemporary issues.
- Share the Singapore Muslim Community model other Muslim communities around the world. Tracked key business metrics and made recommendations for proactive adjustments to policies and procedures.
- Develop curriculum and strategic partnerships with renowned universities for the first Singapore Islamic College.
Education
Master of Science - International Studies
National University of Singapore
Singapore 07.2007 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
International Islamic University Malaysia
Malaysia 09.2003 - 05.2007
Skills
Strategic leadership and planning
Project Management
Key relationship management
Social Media Marketing
Development and Training
Data Gathering and Analysis
Critical and Analytical Thinking
Communications Strategies
Interpersonal and Communications Skills
Certification
Harvard University Higher Education Teaching Certificate
Interests
Critical Theory
US Foreign Policy
Timeline
Assistant Director, Strategic Engagement
Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (Muis)
09.2020 - Current
Assistant Director, Muis Academy
Islamic Religious Council of Singapore
01.2009 - 08.2020
Master of Science - International Studies
National University of Singapore
07.2007 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
International Islamic University Malaysia
09.2003 - 05.2007