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D A R IA M E SH C H E R I A KO V A

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Communications professional with over 15 years of international experience in journalism, public
relations, and project management. Skilled in strategic communication, media relations, content
creation, and stakeholder engagement within humanitarian, diplomatic, and civil society contexts.
Native Ukrainian and Russian speaker, fluent in English and German, with working knowledge of
Dutch, Serbian, and Albanian. Proven ability to deliver clear and impactful communication in
complex political and humanitarian environments.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

European Pravda (Eurointegration.com.ua) – Editor of the English Edition/Journalist/Project
Manager
Kyiv | 05.2022 – present

 Lead English-language communication, ensuring accurate and accessible content for international
audiences.
 Produce analytical articles on European affairs with focus on Ukraine’s EU integration.
 Manage partnerships, reporting, and documentation for international projects.

Medica Mondiale – Political Analyst
Remote | 07.2022 – 07.2025

 Authored monthly reports on conflict-related sexual and gender-based violence in Ukraine.
 Monitored the humanitarian impact of the war on women and vulnerable groups.
 Provided analysis supporting advocacy and donor communication.

Freelance Journalist – Tribuna, Zeit.de, Bild, Politico, Sbunker, Geopost
International | 2016 – present

 Reported on political and humanitarian aspects of sports, highlighting the intersection of conflict,
society, and international relations.
 Published in leading European, strengthening visibility of Ukrainian perspectives.

German Embassy Kyiv – Manager, Department of Culture and Education; Assistant to Consul
Kyiv | 01.2020 – 24.02.2022

 Coordinated cultural diplomacy and public communication projects, including events and bilateral
initiatives.
 Liaised with Ukrainian ministries, NGOs, and international organizations to facilitate cooperation.
 Drafted reports, correspondence, and background materials for senior diplomats.
 Oversaw grant agreements, financial documentation, and project-related communication.
 Decathlon Ukraine – Press Officer / PR Manager
Kyiv | 08.2018 – 01.2020

 Developed and implemented media and communications strategies.
 Managed press relations, social media channels, and marketing campaigns.
 Organized public events, press conferences, and stakeholder outreach.

Deutsche Welle (Germany) – Guest Journalist, Marion Dönhoff Fellow
Bonn | 09 – 12.2016

 Produced daily news coverage, adapted content for Ukrainian audiences.
 Reported on Ukrainian sports and international relations in Europe.

Segodnya Multimedia – Journalist
Kyiv | 2012 – 2016

 Covered sports, politics, and social issues at national and international level.
 Conducted field reporting, interviews, and multimedia production.

Der Tagesspiegel (Germany) – Guest Journalist, Berliner-Journalistischen-Schule Fellow
Berlin | 03 – 06.2014

 Reported on Ukrainian sports politics and their geopolitical context.

Football.ua / Isport.ua – Journalist
Kyiv | 2011 – 2014

 Researched, wrote, and translated articles on sports and political intersections.

First National TV-Channel – Journalist
Kyiv | 2010 – 2013

 Produced and edited news content for the channel’s website.

EDUCATION

National University “Kyiv-Mohyla Academy” – M.A. Political Science
Kyiv | 2010 – 2012

 Focus: German political system, Southeast Europe studies.

Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena (DAAD Scholarship) – M.A. Political Science (Exchange
Semester)
Jena, Germany | 2011 – 2012

National University “Kyiv-Mohyla Academy” – B.A. Political Science
Kyiv | 2006 – 2010

 Focus: political systems of Germany, opposition movements in Ukraine and the UK.
 LANGUAGES

 Ukrainian – Native
 Russian – Native
 English – C1
 German – C1 (TestDaF)
 Dutch – B1
 Serbian – A2
 Albanian – A2

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

 Experienced public speaker and interpreter (German/English) at international press conferences.
 Strong intercultural communication skills developed through work in journalism, diplomacy, and
humanitarian contexts.
 Interests: tennis, history and politics, international relations, languages, animal protection,
humanitarian work.

SAMPLES OF MY WORK

https://www.politico.eu/author/daria-meshcheriakova/
https://www.eurointegration.com.ua/articles/2023/07/11/7165518/

https://www.eurointegration.com.ua/articles/2023/11/23/7174177/

http://www.tagesspiegel.de/sport/kaum-noch-sport-in-der-ostukraine-die-grossen-klubs- fliehen/11164780.html

http://www.zeit.de/sport/2017-10/sorja-luhansk-europa-league

https://ua.tribuna.com/tribuna/blogs/dariatennis/

https://sbunker.org/author/daria-meshcheriakova/

https://www.lapresse.ca/sports/tennis/2023-06-05/roland-garros/rattrapee-par-la-politique-aryna-sabalenka-ne-veut-parler-
que-de-tennis.php

https://www.ad.nl/tennis/buikpijn-door-russische-vrouwenfinale-in-rosmalen-het-is-niet-jullie-
oorlog~aeea891e/?referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F