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Elijah Miano
Irungu
Nairobi
Summary
I am an energetic Communications Specialist with a robust background in engineering messages to boost company image and preparing supporting professionally written materials. Driven to craft targeted messaging to promote and inform general public of events, promotions and campaigns. Experienced in leveraging detailed analytics reports to monitor and document success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Corporate Communications Officer - Digital
Kenya Airports Authority (KAA)
Nairobi
09.2012 - Current
- Develop and implement short- and long-term communications strategies for the Authority.
- Oversee the authority's internal communication plans.
- Manage the authority's brand by spearheading planning, conceptualization, development and fine-tuning of all company marketing materials inclusive of manuals, web copy, PowerPoint presentations, brochures, print and electronic ads.
- Engage in professional networking to maintain strong relationships with communications and media professionals to drive partnerships, effective and positive media coverage for the authority.
- Draft press releases detailing relevant newsworthy information and supporting the authority's brand image.
- Develop and execute the KAA's Digital Corporate communication strategy in line with the authority's corporate strategy.
- Manage the KAA Facebook, Twitter, Youtube and LinkedIn digital assets to promote the authority's brand and foster public engagement; Oversee social media messaging through content development, follower engagement, social listening, trend analysis and leverage on competitor research.
- Responsible for the development and management of content, both visual and written, for the KAA Corporate Website, Intranet.
- Use of the authority's Emailing and SMS platforms to engage KAA stakeholders through periodic newsletters and SMSs.
- Facilitat and co-ordinate KAA's corporate events and activities i.e KAA Stakeholder Meetings, KAA Corporate Social Responsibility drives, KAA Golf, and KAA hosted international conferences including Routes Conference 2019, The ACI Africa Conference 2022.
- Fostered, nurtured and maintained collaborative relationships with key government offices and industry stakeholders.
Communications Officer
Old Mutual Kenya (OMK)
Nairobi
06.2011 - 08.2012
- Reviewed staff-written materials and edited them for content and brevity.
- Prepared event communications for special events, took photographs during event, and promoted on web and periodical channels.
- Designed print collateral materials and coordinated branding across multiple communications channels.
- Managed email marketing channels encompassing content development, SEO and distribution using Mail Chimp.
- Maintained the corporate website and microsites using WordPress content management system and associated plugins.
- Managed OMK's social media platforms.
- Devised a content calendar and created social media content across OMK's multiple platforms.
- Monitored online presence of company's brand to engage with users and strengthen customer relationship
PR, Communications & Events Support
KCB
Nairobi
01.2010 - 05.2011
- Supervised onsite event suppliers, including caterers, audiovisual technicians and facility management teams.
- Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Managed event logistics and operations, including support staff, vendor services and volunteers.
Planned large scale bank events including the KCB KNRC Safari Rally, KCB Golf Tour, KCB Athletics, trade shows, conferences and meetings.
Initiated and developed a calendar for story ideas and publication planning based on business priorities and accomplishments. - Crafted and pitched stories to regional and national media outlets to garner mainstream attention.
Coordinated staff participation in interviews with press. - Managed company Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn digital platforms to promote the KCB brand and foster public engagement.
- Drafted press releases detailing relevant newsworthy information and supporting the bank's brand image.
Channel Content Executive for Kiss & Classic TV
Radio Africa LTD.
Nairobi
10.2009 - 12.2009
- Updated weekly and monthly program schedule by establishing program availability and determining best time to air.
- Previewed and evaluated local, unsolicited independent, regional and national television programs to determine appropriateness for station usage.
- Maintained and managed network website, YouTube channel and social media accounts to drive traditional viewership.
- Monitored and reviewed programming to guarantee met schedules, guidelines and quality performances.
- Coordinated camera shots, graphics and regulations compliance for productions.
- Oversaw testing of equipment and components to check for defects.
- Monitored production operations for quality and compliance with standards.
Media Analyst
Reelforge Systems LTD
Nairobi
06.2009 - 10.2009
- Monitored both print and electronic media on a daily basis, identifying issues and trends of concern in the media through content analysis.
- Collected data analysis and reported on media coverage of different brands.
- Prepared and made presentations to stakeholders on media monitoring reports.
- Collected information about kinds of audiences targeted by different media and approximate size each group.
- Developed insights on various brand marketing campaigns to assess performance against goals.
- Developed creative presentations, trend reports, kitted assets, and product data sheets.
- Secured long-term accounts by recommending strategies to promote brand effectiveness and highlight product benefits.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Africa Nazarene University
Nairobi 09.2005 - 05.2009
Skills
Digital content management
Copywriting and communication skills
Photography
Ability to work in an international and multi-cultural environment
Ability to deliver creative content (text, image and video) with a marketing mindset
Analytical and multitasking skills
Detail oriented, proactive and team player
Software
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Premier Pro
Tweetdeck
Hootsuite
Sprout Social
Wordpress
CRM, Email Marketing Technologies
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
References
Mr. Eric Kiraithe
Principal Administrative Secretary
Ministry of ICT
kkiraithe@gmail.com
Cell: +254729958319
Mr. Mwenda Njoka
Government Printer / CEO Government Press (Kenya)
Mwenda.njoka@gmail.com
Cell: +254725109152
Mrs. Judith S. Odhiambo
Director, Public Affairs and Communications,
KCB
jsodhiambo@kcb.co.ke
Cell +254722820238 / +254733701953
Mr. Jimmy Kibati
Managing Director,
Z. Boskovic Air Charters Ltd.
jkibati@gmail.com
+254 722 200 737 / +254 737 200 737
Timeline
Corporate Communications Officer - Digital
Kenya Airports Authority (KAA)
09.2012 - Current
Communications Officer
Old Mutual Kenya (OMK)
06.2011 - 08.2012
PR, Communications & Events Support
KCB
01.2010 - 05.2011
Channel Content Executive for Kiss & Classic TV
Radio Africa LTD.
10.2009 - 12.2009
Media Analyst
Reelforge Systems LTD
06.2009 - 10.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Africa Nazarene University
09.2005 - 05.2009