Jessica Achieng Owino
PR and Communication Manager
Nairobi
Summary
Results-driven PR and communications professional with 5 years of experience in media relations, digital storytelling, and strategic communications. Expertise in financial services, real estate and project management, non-profit, and fashion media industries. Excels in crafting compelling narratives, managing media engagements, and leveraging digital platforms to amplify brand presence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Public Relations and Communications Manager
PalmPay
11.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Financial Services
- Led digital storytelling initiatives to enhance brand visibility, increasing engagement by 45%
- Spearheaded media relations, securing top-tier coverage in financial and business publications
- Developed content strategies that strengthened the company's reputation in the fintech industry
- Managed cross-border communications for product launches, ensuring alignment with global strategies
- Financial Services
Market Research Fellow
Impact Africa Network
09.2020 - 11.2021
- Company Overview: NGO
- I designed and executed digital campaigns that expanded the NGO's reach across Africa
- I developed multimedia content that highlighted youth empowerment initiatives in the digital sector
- I strengthened donor relations by crafting powerful success stories and impact reports
- I oversaw media partnerships to increase awareness of the organization's mission
- NGO
Communications Manager
Done! International
12.2020 - 10.2021
- Company Overview: Real Estate & Project Management
- I executed PR campaigns that positioned the company as an industry thought leader
- I created high-impact marketing collateral and corporate communication materials
- I managed stakeholder communications, fostering strong investor and client relationships
- I produced compelling video content that showcased the company's real estate projects
- I managed to secure international media coverage for organizational initiatives, raising awareness of the organization's efforts
- I enhanced donor engagement by delivering compelling reports and success stories, that got us donations of up to 50,000 USD a month
- Real Estate & Project Management
Public Relations Manager
Style by Neomi
02.2020 - 08.2020
- I built brand awareness through strategic media placements and influencer collaborations
- I curated fashion storytelling content that elevated the brand's digital presence
- I produced high-quality audiovisual content for social media and brand campaigns
- I managed press events and media coverage for fashion shows and product launches
Education
Digital Marketing - Digital Marketing & Ecommerce
Google Digital Skills For Africa
Online 08.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Daystar University
Kenya 05.2016 - 11.2021
Skills
Storytelling & Content Creation
Timeline
Digital Marketing - Digital Marketing & Ecommerce
Google Digital Skills For Africa
08.2024 - Current
Public Relations and Communications Manager
PalmPay
11.2022 - Current
Communications Manager
Done! International
12.2020 - 10.2021
Market Research Fellow
Impact Africa Network
09.2020 - 11.2021
Public Relations Manager
Style by Neomi
02.2020 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Daystar University
05.2016 - 11.2021
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