Experience

Water Resources Management Authority

• Zambia
• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Public Relations Officer

  • Oct 2021 - Present

  ➢ Undertake corporate affairs and public relations functions for the Authority. ➢ Develop, review and implement the Corporate Communication strategy. ➢ Prepare speeches, press releases and media presentations for the Authority. ➢ Conduct surveys to assess the effectiveness of the Authority’s communication strategies. ➢ Develop and manage social media content. ➢ Ensure the periodic publication and dissemination of information on the Authority’s activities. ➢ Develop and implement a comprehensive public awareness campaign. ➢ Maintain and update the Authority’s website in collaboration. ➢ Provide advice to management on suitable Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives and managing the activities. ➢ Ensure appropriate representation of the Authority at major national events. ➢ Maintain liaison with all stakeholders including the Press to keep a good image of the Authority. ➢ Formulate responses to queries on matters relating to Water Resources management and utilisation. Show less



Dangote Industries Limited

• Nigeria
• Consumer Goods
• 700 & Above Employee

• Public Relations Manager

  • Jul 2018 - Dec 2020

  ➢Prepare all Media communications content, including digital and social media communication for Dangote. ➢ Manage effective relationships with media stakeholders-Editors, Columnists, Reporters, presenters and bloggers. ➢ Act as a first point of contact regarding all media stakeholder engagements and manage the implementation of external communication protocol, processes and procedures ➢In partnership with Marketing and Branding function, facilitate media profiling of the company and maintain the required company image and brand through effective media profiling control ➢ Act as an alternative spokesperson or media liaison for the company ➢ Develop PR and Media Relations plans for target stakeholders, and support the onsite staff and contractors in implementing communications plans. ➢ Write and issue print media background briefings, issue-specific fact sheets, talking points and content for the Group website, Manage day-to-day publicity efforts for TV, radio, print etc. ➢ Prepare PR collaterals including press releases, speeches, FAQ, briefing notes, corporate PowerPoint and corporate advertorials ➢ Maintain working relationship with media outlets, key stakeholders, bringing inaccuracies and errors to the attention of writers and editors in a timely fashion. ➢ Build and maintain strong relationship with all relevant regulatory and supervisory agencies in Zambia ➢ Provide guidance and collect feedback from relevant stakeholders ➢ Develop an understanding and awareness of our conglomerate especially DCP Zambia with the media and other stakeholders ➢ Work with the management to ensure the communications needs of Dangote Cement Zambia are met ➢ Promote closer bonding between Media, stakeholder publics and the company ➢ Prepare and send news highlights to all Dangote Cement staff in Zambia. ➢ Contribute articles to Dangote Group newsletter ➢ Disseminate required information to all DCP Zambia Staff Show less



Zambia Institute of Mass Communication (ZAMCOM)

• Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia

• Broadcast Manager and Lecturer in Law & Media Ethics

  • Jul 2017 - Jun 2018

  ➢Day-to-day management of the Broadcasting Department (Radio and Television Sections) ➢Leading the establishment of the Film Training School and Content development centre within ZAMCOM ➢ Deputizing and providing backstopping for Executive Director ➢ Developing and overseeing training programmes relevant to the switch-over ➢ Building and leading a team of technical broadcasting staff and managing consultants and partners ➢ Conceptualising, developing and implementing Communication for Development products for both private, social and public sectors ➢ Ensuring that Broadcast support services are provided to ZAMCOM-wide projects and operations ➢ Monitoring national needs and converting these into saleable products ➢ Documenting lessons learnt from departmental activities ➢ Managing the production of commissioned and non-commissioned content for broadcasting stations ➢ Ensuring the department equipment is kept in good health and expanding the collection ➢ Providing support to the Executive Director on Broadcast related policy, strategy and procedures Show less



Technical Education, Vocational and Entrepreneurship Training Authority - TEVETA

• United States
• Education Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Information, Education and Communication Specialist

  • Aug 2014 - Aug 2016

  ➢Develop, review and implement an Information, Education and Communication (IEC) strategy for the organisation ➢ Provide information on developments in technical education, vocational and entrepreneurship training to stakeholders ➢ Design and dissemination of information education and communication instruments and package for different target groups ➢ Conduct periodic audience surveys to monitor the effectiveness of the organisation’s IEC strategy and programmes ➢ Provide advisory services to clients in the design and implementation of IEC strategies for their institutions ➢ Develop success stories that relate to TEVET ➢ Public Relations and image branding ➢ Lead development of communications materials for all programmes and projects ➢ Maintain and manage the TEVETA website including all social media accounts ➢ Produce all public relations content including developing periodic publications like newsletters and annual reports Show less



Transparency International Zambia

• Zambia
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Information and Programmes Officer

  • Aug 2011 - Feb 2014

  ➢ Select and acquire information resources for the resource centre ➢ Accession and index of all TIZ acquired material for easy access and retrieval ➢ Identify and subscribe to local, regional and international information sources to meet TIZ and staff needs. ➢ Publicise and market the services of the resource centre to the public ➢ Implement TIZ communication strategy and ensure timely distribution of information to all stakeholders ➢ Manage the website through regular updates and uploading of information, TIZ facebook and twitter accounts ➢ Create links with websites of strategic organisations and partners ➢ Maintain updated mailing list, address book and databases Responsible for the development, management, administration and co-ordination of programmes and projects as follows:- 1. Communication and Coalition Building Programme. 2. Communication Advocacy and Networking Programme. 3. Action for Transparency Project. 4. Youth and Corruption Project. ➢ Ensure timely publication of TIZ work (Newsletter, Policy Briefs, research reports, Brochures, Posters etc) ➢ Facilitate and organise activities that highlight TIZ mission ➢ Represent TIZ at local, regional and international fora ➢ Support donor relations and fund raising efforts ➢ Maintain close contact with media and ensure regular updates to the media on TIZ activities ➢ Collect and appropriately package information for the media ➢ Ensure media coverage of TIZ activities ➢ Timely production and circulation of press statements ➢ Schedule and arrange radio/TV appearances for TIZ staff ➢ Co-ordinate public exhibitions ➢ Co-ordinate briefing with local groups and visiting international groups and supervise tours of resource centre Show less



Zambezi FM Radio

• Zambia
• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Station Manager

  • Nov 2009 - Jul 2011

  ➢ Overseeing and supervising of all station operations, departments and administration. ➢ Formulating and planning of station schedules and programming. ➢ Synchronising departmental functions to ensure smooth and effective station operations. ➢ Overseeing programme content including news and current affairs. ➢ Adhering to laid down broadcasting ethics and maintaining a high standard of professionalism. ➢ Adhering to the journalism code of ethics. ➢ Implementing strategies to ensure profitability of the station and becoming the broadcaster of first choice. Show less