David Mopel Teeka
Narok
Summary
Goal-driven, resourceful, and ambitious professional with extensive experience in youth leadership, community advocacy, climate action, and sexual and reproductive health (SRH) advocacy. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage projects, and engage diverse communities. Adept in communication strategies, stakeholder management, and working with international organizations. Seeking opportunities to contribute to sustainable development, youth empowerment, and social justice initiatives in a dynamic, mission-driven organization.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Communications Officer
Straight Up Mission
01.2024 - Current
- Responsible for developing and executing communication strategies to support young girls and teenage mothers.
- Managed social media platforms, content creation, and web management to drive advocacy efforts.
- Led livestream services to engage and educate community members on social issues related to young girls.
Membership Coordinator
UNESCO Youth Forum
01.2022 - Current
- Engaged in youth empowerment initiatives, representing the forum at various national and international forums.
- Led efforts to advance UNESCO’s mission and promote the goals of the National Commission for UNESCO (KNATCOM).
Corporate Communications Director
Tareto Africa
02.2018 - Current
- Spearheaded initiatives to rescue and connect young girls with sponsors to continue their education.
- Implemented donation drives, including providing sanitary pads to girls in need, and promoted menstrual hygiene education.
- Conducted training sessions on Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) and women's rights, empowering girls with advocacy skills.
Communication Specialist
Anti-FGM Board Kenya
04.2022 - 01.2024
- Managed the Board's social media platforms and website, ensuring timely and relevant updates.
- Covered internal and external events, edited photos and videos, and wrote articles for the Board's Annual Newsletter.
- Represented the Communications Team at high-level meetings and facilitated stakeholder engagement.
Field Survey Research Team Leader
Apex Research Solutions
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Led a team of survey researchers and compiled comprehensive reports based on findings.
- Coordinated with stakeholders to ensure accurate data collection and timely reporting.
Brand Ambassador
Safaricom PLC
01.2019 - 03.2022
- Promoted Safaricom’s products and services in the Narok sales region, consistently exceeding sales targets and improving brand visibility.
Education
Bachelor of Corporate Communication and Management - Principles of Management, Public Relations, Digital Marketing, Organizational Behavior, Audiovisual and Photography, Leadership Skills, Corporate Video Production, International Relations, Communication Skills
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
01.2023
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) -
Samoei Boys Secondary School
01.2018
Skills
- Project Management
- Communication
- Research & Analysis
- Team Collaboration
- Technical Skills
Languages
English
Swahili
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/13/00
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Kenyan
Volunteer And Advocacy Work
- Actively involved in climate action, gender equality, education, and sexual reproductive health initiatives.
- Coordinated charity visits and donated sanitary pads to vulnerable girls in underserved communities.
- Engaged in food drives and other community-based advocacy efforts.
Hobbies and Interests
- Community volunteering
- Networking
- Photography
- Video editing
- Creative writing
- Basketball
- Swimming
- Traveling
- Adventure
Timeline
Communications Officer
Straight Up Mission
01.2024 - Current
Field Survey Research Team Leader
Apex Research Solutions
11.2022 - 05.2023
Communication Specialist
Anti-FGM Board Kenya
04.2022 - 01.2024
Membership Coordinator
UNESCO Youth Forum
01.2022 - Current
Brand Ambassador
Safaricom PLC
01.2019 - 03.2022
Corporate Communications Director
Tareto Africa
02.2018 - Current
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) -
Samoei Boys Secondary School
Bachelor of Corporate Communication and Management - Principles of Management, Public Relations, Digital Marketing, Organizational Behavior, Audiovisual and Photography, Leadership Skills, Corporate Video Production, International Relations, Communication Skills
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
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