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Education

Master in International Relations

Southern European Studies

Erasmus Mundus (Glasgow / UAM / Kapodistrian)

2022 – 2024

Master in Political Communication

The George Washington University

2017 – 2018 | Washington D.C.

Bachelor in Political Science

Francisco Marroquín University

2006 – 2012 | Guatemala

Continuous Training

AI in Marketing

Adams School, Madrid (2025)

Digital Marketing

ESCP Business School (2025)

Competencies

Strategic Communication Institutional Relations Crisis Management Public Affairs Global Visibility Disinformation Research

Languages

  • Spanish Native
  • English C2 (Proficient)
  • French B2 (Intermediate)

Juan Mejía Saravia

Senior Consultant in Communication & Public Affairs

Professional Profile

Communications Professional with experience in NGOs, international organizations, foundations, and the private sector in Ibero-America and the United States. Specialist in positioning strategies, press management, and creating social impact narratives. I bring proven ability to design content strategies, manage multilateral alliances, and strengthen organizational reputation before diverse audiences.

Professional Experience

Fundación Maldita

Nov 2024 - Sep 2025 | Madrid

European Projects Fact-checking Specialist

  • Collaborate in the drafting, review, and finalization of proposals and grant applications with journalists.
  • Supervise the implementation of projects fighting against disinformation and monitor results.
  • Maintain constant communication and write reports to donors.

Ibero-American General Secretariat (SEGIB)

Feb 2024 - May 2024 | Madrid

External Relations Communication Intern

  • Support in communication strategy with donors and key partners.
  • Dissemination of initiatives to strengthen institutional visibility.

U.S. Embassy

Oct 2018 - Sep 2022 | Guatemala

Diplomatic Communication and Press Specialist

  • Drafting of speeches, press releases, and briefings for political dialogue.
  • Management of media relations and organization of press conferences.
  • Monitoring and analysis of media coverage to anticipate crises.

Organization of American States (OAS)

Sep 2017 - Jun 2018 | Washington D.C.

Consultant

  • Regional Coordination: Logistics and political communication for delegations from 14 CARICOM countries, facilitating multilateral dialogue.

The George Washington University

Mar 2016 - Jun 2018 | Washington D.C.

Events Coordinator

  • Coordination of educational seminars for political consultants and politicians.

Energuate

Apr 2012 - Jan 2016 | Guatemala

Public Relations

  • Implementation of communication strategies with rural communities and stakeholders.
  • Contribution to social management to reincorporate 60,000 disconnected customers.