Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Accomplishments
Interests
Software
Timeline
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Muviazalwa Ibrahim

Muviazalwa Ibrahim

Communications Officer

Summary

Highly creative Communications Officer with over 10 years of experience creating compelling and impactful content across diverse industries. Expertise in developing and executing advertising and marketing strategies for digital and print media, including web, social media, print, and newsletters. Proven ability to produce clear, consistent, and high-value content, campaigns, and advocacy materials tailored to various audiences.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Communications Senior Officer - Digital & Content

UNOPS
05.2024 - Current

• Support the design and content strategy for the project's website: Responsible for conceptualizing the website's layout, visual elements, user interface, and content strategy. Training SGP staff on how to upload content.
• Update the profile of Kenya within the SGP global website: Ensuring accurate and up-to-date representation of the project's activities and achievements within the broader context of the SGP global initiatives.
• Develop a template for a bi-annual newsletter, and produce the first edition. In addition, develop a brochure for GEF SGP phase 7 and an informative banner.
• Accompany SGP Kenya National Coordinator on 1 or 2 field trips and at SGP-organized workshops to interact with grantees and get a feel for SGP's work on the ground.


Regional Content Production Lead - Consultant

COMESA
1 2021 - 4 2021
  • Launched the "30 Days of Women in Business" campaign
  • Crafted media releases, speeches, and newsletters in line with COMESA policies and strategic vision
  • Handled enquiries from a range of local and national media
  • Created awareness about the 50MAWSP platform and its benefits - womenconnect.org
  • Drove user registrations through daily social media posts
  • Wrote content for the Council website
  • Utilized social media platforms to engage the public and reach new audiences
  • Advertised radio spots on various channels across 15 countries.

Broadcast Producer

Horizon TV Kenya
12.2016 - 01.2021
  • Coordinated with directors, camera operators, and photographers to ensure technical aspects of filming were properly set up
  • Coordinated with sales staff to acquire commercial advertising time slots for television programs
  • Reviewed scripts for content to ensure they were appropriate for broadcast
  • Participated in meetings with producers and directors to plan upcoming broadcasts
  • Reviewed and edited audio and video recordings to meet production standards
  • Conducted interviews with guests and reported news stories, community events, etc., for broadcast
  • Directed and produced live broadcasts such as newscasts and sports events
  • Maintained relationships with vendors, sponsors, and organizations supporting the station's operations.

Communications Officer - Evidence Based Advocacy

SNV Netherlands
09.2020 - 11.2020
  • Enhanced brand visibility by developing and implementing strategic communication plans.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging across all platforms and materials.
  • Produced engaging multimedia content such as videos and infographics to support various visibility outreach.
  • Boosted social media presence with tailored content strategies, resulting in increased audience engagement and followers.
  • Maintained a comprehensive library of up-to-date promotional materials for use in presentations, workshops, or events.
  • Drafted press releases detailing relevant newsworthy information and supporting brand image, and worked with news media to spread positions.
  • Produced and distributed brochures, newsletters and booklets.

Education

B.A, Broadcast Production -

School of Journalism & Mass Communication, Kenya University of Nairobi

Diploma, Print & Publication - Graphics & Web Designing

Skytech Aviation College

Skills

Documentation And Reporting

Certification

Digital Journalism: Reuters, 2021

References

  • Halima Gongo, Freelance Journalist, +254 715 490179, gongohalima@gmail.com
  • James Akhungu, Adres Group Kenya, +254 728 655302, james@adrescg.com
  • Omar Mohammed, Islamic Finance Accountant, +254 714 771298, ommar199013@gmail.com

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 12 in the development of impactful media campaigns that increased user registrations on the 50MAWSP platform by 40% for COMESA.
  • Documenting and writing Stories of Change - The role of evidence in advocacy: The case of targeted evidence to improve sanitation in Kenya for SNV Netherlands.
  • Produced COVID-19 documentary film that received national recognition .

Interests

Governance

Farming

Healthy Living

Humanitarianism

Software

Adobe Creative Cloud Applications

Davinci Resolve

Cinema 4D

Microsoft Office Applications

Timeline

Communications Senior Officer - Digital & Content

UNOPS
05.2024 - Current

Communications Officer - Evidence Based Advocacy

SNV Netherlands
09.2020 - 11.2020

Broadcast Producer

Horizon TV Kenya
12.2016 - 01.2021

Regional Content Production Lead - Consultant

COMESA
1 2021 - 4 2021

B.A, Broadcast Production -

School of Journalism & Mass Communication, Kenya University of Nairobi

Diploma, Print & Publication - Graphics & Web Designing

Skytech Aviation College
Muviazalwa IbrahimCommunications Officer