Arabella Seebaluck

Female Voice from the Global South

25 Years Leading Strategic Communications, Editorial Development & Public Engagement

Former news editor turned senior communications strategist across Africa and South Asia. Specializing in high-stakes regional leadership covering 8 South Asian markets at AFD, diplomatic missions with the U.S. Department of State, newsrooms, and cultural diplomacy.

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25 Years

Media & Comm Experience

8 Countries

South Asia Portfolio (AFD)

1,000%+

Organic Audience Growth

15M+ Views

Brut India Partnership

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Senior Communications & Editorial Leader

Languages

English (Native) French (Native) Mauritian Creole Spanish (Prof) Hindi (Basic)

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Portfolio Solutions

Communications & Solutions Architecture

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Strategic
Communications

Communication strategies
Campaign planning
Stakeholder engagement
Public diplomacy

Editorial &
Publications

Long-form journalism
Annual reports & Brochures
Newsletters & Reports
Speechwriting
Magazine layouts

Video
Production

Campaign videos
Institutional films
Interviews
Human-interest stories
Behind-the-scenes photography

Digital
Communications

Social campaigns
Website management
Audience growth
Analytics
Campaign performance

Events &
Conferences

Design & management of conferences
Training & Workshops
High-level visits

Public diplomacy
Youth engagement
International conferences

Media
Relations

Press engagement
Media training
Journalist workshops
Interview coordination
Press conferences

Photography
Portfolio

Institutional photography
Campaign photography
Photo essays
Editorial imagery

Career Trajectory

Professional Experience & Appointments

May 2022 – July 2026

Regional Communications Manager – South Asia

Agence Française de Développement / French Development Agency (AFD)

South Asia Region

Direct strategic communications across one of AFD's largest regional portfolios spanning 8 countries: India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Maldives, and Afghanistan. Partner with country directors and international financial institutions to elevate climate action, biodiversity, and sustainable infrastructure investments.

Increased regional social media audience by over 1,000% via organic strategy.
Spearheaded Brut India partnership generating 15+ million views across climate & urban development features.
Produced executive messaging, speeches, official press delegations, and client networking workshops.

2018 – 2022

Independent Communications Consultant

International Organizations & Media Outlets

South Asia & International

Provided high-level editorial, campaign, and digital strategy for humanitarian, environmental, and media organizations. Clients included:

IFRC South Asia Waste Warriors Society Youpal Group Sweden WION News Global News Canada

2018 – 2020

Deputy Head of Communications & Partnerships

French Institute in India (French Embassy)

India

Directed institutional communications and partnership visibility for the cultural arm of the French Embassy in India. Led media engagement, sponsorship communications, and executive relations supporting flagship cultural diplomacy programs.

2001 – 2009

News Editor, Anchor & Voice Artist

Mauritius Broadcasting Corporation (MBC)

Mauritius

Specialized in parliamentary reporting and legislative debate translation for national audiences. Main anchor and live reporter in English, French, and Creole. First female journalist to comment live on the Indian Ocean Island Games (2003).

Earlier Appointments & Governance Roles

Adviser on Information Matters Prime Minister's Office, Republic of Mauritius

Information Assistant Embassy of the United States, Port Louis

Corporate Communications Exec Mauritius Ports Authority

Lecturer & Programme Coordinator University of Middlesex (Mauritius)

Content Lead CMR Group, Bangalore, India

Arabella Seebaluck 25 Yrs Experience

25 Years Leading Strategic Communications, Editorial Development & Public Engagement