Saja Sallam

Experience

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  Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates

  Jul 2018 - Aug 2018

  Intern at Legal Department

  • Conduct in-depth legal research and analyze various legal documents to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.• Actively participate in drafting and proofreading legal materials to support the legal department's functions.• Perform audits of existing agreements to identify risks and areas for improvement.• Attend meetings to gain exposure to Ministry matters and stay updated on relevant legal issues.• Uphold professional and ethical standards in all aspects of work.• Gain valuable experience in legal operations and document analysis.• Hone skills in drafting legal materials and managing compliance and risk. • Contribute effectively to the organization's legal operations while embodying the Ministry's mission and values. Show less

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  Crown Prince Foundation

  Mar 2022 - now

  • Institutionalization of Volunteering: As a key member of the National Volunteering Steering Committee's executive office, I conduct research, and propose legislation, and policies to promote awareness, capacity building, and opportunities for volunteers in both public and private sectors.• Strengthen the volunteer ecosystem: Enhance legal frameworks, encourage collaboration across sectors, ensure compliance, and improve research methods to maximize volunteer impact and empower youth participation.• Provide legal expertise: Offer legal oversight for the Nahno Program and advise on agreements.• Research: As a member of the National Volunteering Survey committee, offer perspectives to enhance research procedures and results. Show less

  • Legal Researcher

    Aug 2021 - now

  • Al-Hussein Fellowship Network Fellow - 1st Cohort

    Mar 2022 - now
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  Massachusetts Institute of Technology

  Jun 2022 - Aug 2022

  Teaching Assistant and Mentor - MIT LEAPS Program

  MIT LEAPS Program - (Leadership and Professional Skills) course• Deliver engaging lectures to facilitate effective learning experiences.• Foster inclusive learning environments through discussions and interactive activities.• Manage course logistics, including attendance tracking and grading assignments, to ensure smooth operation.• Mentor student teams in startup project ideation, offering guidance and assistance in goal-setting and strategy formulation.

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  Global Goals Local Actions Project

  Apr 2023 - Jun 2024

  Team Member

  Towards a Sustainable Future: A Summit on Social Entrepreneurship and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. In cooperation with the US Embassy, ​​IREX, and the Crown Prince Foundation.As the event coordinator, responsibilities include engaging partners and speakers, coordinating session topics and availability, developing a communication plan for timely updates, managing logistics such as venue selection and setup, providing support and guidelines to speakers, collecting post-event feedback for improvement, and collaborating with the team to align with UN Sustainable Development Goals. Show less

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  IREX

  Mar 2024 - now

  The U.S.-Jordan Leadership Exchange Program Fellow - 2nd Cohort

  Selected for participation after a lengthy application and selection process in the U.S.-Jordan Leadership Exchange Program (UJLEP), a program of the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs Office of Assistance Coordination (NEA/AC) of the United States Department of State and implemented by IREX.The fellowship started in March with an eight-week leadership training covering Holistic, Ethical & Motivational Leadership, Community Voices, Entrepreneurial Mindset, Diversity Equity & Inclusion, Adaptive & Resilient Leadership, and Learning to Learn, followed by a one-month professional placement in the United States, culminating in the execution of an action project within the Jordanian community.My discipline: Civic Participation. Show less

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  Utah League of Cities and Towns

  May 2024 - Jun 2024

  Research Fellow

  The Utah League of Cities and Towns, established in 1907, serves 248 cities and towns in the State of Utah. ULCT advocates for municipal government interests with a strong, unified voice at both state and federal levels. Additionally, ULCT provides valuable information, training, and technical assistance to local officials on municipal issues. Moreover, it works diligently to foster greater public awareness and understanding of municipal responsibilities, governance, and administration.Responsibilities:• Compile data for prioritized policy research projects. • Research codes of conduct and civility policies adopted by local governments in Utah. • Assist with legal research. • Research conduct and civility resources that other state municipal leagues and similar agencies offer. • Assist with archiving online content. • Attend and assist with regional civic engagement events throughout the state• Administrative tasks Show less

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  UNESCO

  Sept 2024 - now

  International Jury Member

  Global Media and Information Literacy Week Youth Hackathon 2024: "Youth Leading the Way - Media and Information Literacy and the New Digital Frontiers of Information"