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Clive Cusens

Clive Cusens

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Summary

A seasoned professional with 10+ years of experience in strategic communications, community development, entrepreneurship and diplomacy. Proven track-record in leading high-profile initiatives, managing international events, and fostering engagement across diverse sectors including climate & biodiversity, EU diplomacy, and corporate training

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Communications Advisor

Climate & Company gGmbH
01.2023 - 09.2024
  • Led strategic planning of communications initiatives from conception to delivery
  • Organised high-profile international events at EU and UN levels
  • Secured key speaking opportunities for CEO at renowned climate change events
  • Built and led a high-performing communications team
  • Drove a three-fold increase in social media following

Business Partner & Community Lead

Innovators Club
03.2020 - 01.2023
  • Built and scaled an international community across 26 countries
  • Developed and executed comprehensive digital media strategies
  • Fostered active community engagement through various platforms
  • Led live educational sessions offering valuable insights to members

Founder & Director

Eloquent Language
07.2016 - 03.2020
  • Founded and managed a company specializing in soft skills training for Ambassadors and politicians, public figures, and EU officials
  • Pivoted business towards corporate sector training
  • Initiated partnership to launch Spectrum, a product combining incentive travel and corporate training

Diplomat

Perm. Representation of Malta to the EU
02.2013 - 02.2016
  • Defended Malta's interests during high-level negotiations on multilateral agreements such as the Connecting Europe Facility, EU Staff Regulations, and more
  • Provided strategic advice to the Permanent Representative in advance of COREPER meetings
  • Managed all aspects of work on EU staffing initiatives, including policy analysis, negotiations in the Council of the European Union, relations with the relevant EU institutions, training initiatives, and more

English Teacher

Various
06.2003 - 02.2012


  • Managed a department of 25 teaching staff (between January 2006 - June 2007), including teacher training, conducting training seminars, presentations
  • Taught clients varying from officials in government ministries to well-known multinational companies
  • Part of the Business English Team at EF Malta during the summers of 2006 - 2010
  • N.B: Employment was full-time or part-time, depending on the year/country

Education

Master of Arts - EU International Relations and Diplomacy

College of Europe
Bruges
06-2011

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations and Communications

University of Malta
Msida
06-2010

Skills

  • Effective Strategic Communications
  • Brand Strategy Development
  • Strategic Business Development
  • Effective Negotiation
  • Social Media Engagement
  • Community Engagement
  • Team Leadership
  • Effective Communication

Accomplishments

  • Entrepreneurship Experience, Founded a training company specializing in soft skills operating in Belgium and Malta, responsible for several high-level international trainers for politicians, EU officials, and C-level executives.
  • High-Profile Event Management, Successfully organized and managed international events at the EU and UN levels, enhancing company visibility on a global scale.
  • Global Community Development, Developed and expanded a community of subscribed members across 26 countries, demonstrating exceptional networking and engagement skills.
  • Digital Communications Skills, Achieved a 300% increase in social media following for my employer through strategic content creation and engagement skills in under 2 years.

Languages

English, Maltese
Native language
French
Advanced
C1
Italian
Advanced
C1
Spanish
Intermediate
B1
Russian
Beginner
A1

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Work Location

Remote

Important To Me

Career advancementCompany CultureWork from home optionPaid time off

Timeline

Senior Communications Advisor

Climate & Company gGmbH
01.2023 - 09.2024

Business Partner & Community Lead

Innovators Club
03.2020 - 01.2023

Founder & Director

Eloquent Language
07.2016 - 03.2020

Diplomat

Perm. Representation of Malta to the EU
02.2013 - 02.2016

English Teacher

Various
06.2003 - 02.2012

Master of Arts - EU International Relations and Diplomacy

College of Europe

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations and Communications

University of Malta
Clive Cusens