Martina Cilia
Communications Manager
A lawyer by training and a communicator at heart, I bring over ten years of experience and a multidisciplinary background to bridge the gaps between regulation, policy, and communication – turning complexity into clarity and strategy into meaningful narratives.
International & EU Law
Master's Degree (LL.M.)
EU Public Affairs & Communications
Executive Master
Global Marketing & International Trade Relations
Executive Master
Experience
Jan 2023 - Present
Communications Manager
CropLife International
Sep 2019 - Jan 2023
Communications Officer
EuropaBio
Mar 2019 - Jun 2019
VIP Officer
European Commission (Phrenos)
Oct 2018 - Mar 2019
APA & Schuman Trainee
European Parliament
Sep 2017 - Jun 2018
Teaching Assistant
French Ministry of Education
Jul 2017
Team Leader
Italian Institute of Social Security
Apr 2016 - Jun 2016
Legal Trainee
NCTM Law Firm
Oct 2015 - Apr 2016
Protocol & Events Trainee
Embassy of Pakistan to Italy
May 2014 - Oct 2014
Back Office Assistant
LUISS University Library
Produced high-impact content, assisted at major events like COP28, and worked with external contractors on digital and advocacy projects to ensure timely and effective delivery. Supported the global communications plan and helped implement the CEO’s media engagement strategy.
Led the European Biotech Week project, resulting in over 100 events across Europe, for multiple years in a row. Coordinated the development and execution of key campaigns including #WomenInBiotech, #SustainableBites, and #EWAC, while managing EuropaBio’s media relations and digital presence, including the design of EuropaBio25.
At the European Development Days (EDD), the EU’s flagship forum on international cooperation, coordinated high-level delegations on behalf of the European Commission, personally managing the visits of figures such as Queen Mathilde, President Kagame, President Sall, and Tony Blair. Oversaw logistics, security, and protocol in close coordination with embassies and Commission VIP officers, and led a team of ten liaison officers.
Supported the work of an MEP by managing committee activities, institutional relations, and day-to-day office operations. As a Schuman Trainee at DG Finance, contributed to updating model contracts and guidance aligned with the new Financial Regulation, supported procurement advisory services, and assisted with training and internal documentation, gaining a strong understanding of both legislative and financial operations within the institution.
As part of an EVS project on intercultural education, led activities promoting European citizenship and solidarity, advised students on international mobility opportunities and contributed to school life by organizing cultural and language-based activities.
Managed and led a group of 40 young participants, demonstrating strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and the ability to perform effectively under pressure.
Assisted with case research and drafted legal documents, including motions for clients and cases before the European Court of Justice. Produced newsletters and website articles on legislation and litigation trends, with a focus on state aid, procurement, competition law, and EU litigation.
Assisted with institutional relations involving UN agencies, ministries, and other embassies, monitored international developments relevant to Pakistani interests, and helped organize official visits and events. Coordinated the Ambassador’s agenda, translated correspondence, and carried out administrative and protocol duties during meetings and receptions.
Supported back office operations by consulting physical and digital catalogues, verifying the binding of legal and economic journals, and managing archival tasks.
