Priscilla Kagwa
Summary
As a communications professional deeply committed to amplifying voices, I specialise in crafting compelling stories and creating dynamic content that connects audiences to critical issues. With hands-on experience in producing impactful media, I strive to spark awareness and inspire meaningful action toward sustainability and social change. I excel in designing visually engaging materials and developing communication resources that simplify complex topics, ensuring clarity and accessibility for a wide range of audiences. I take pride in elevating the voices of those advocating for change, using communication to build understanding and foster collective action. With a strong belief in the power of creative communication, I am committed to leveraging my skills to promote awareness and contribute to positive, lasting impact on a global scale.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Communications Officer - Regional
Wetlands International Eastern Africa
01.2025 - Current
- Develop and implement a communication strategy for Wetlands International across Eastern Africa to promote wetland conservation, enhance visibility and foster stakeholder engagement
- Develop and disseminate region-specific content for newsletters, reports, social media, and the website to promote wetland conservation efforts
- Document key experiences, achievements, and lessons learned from conservation projects and initiatives, transforming them into compelling case studies and reports to inform future projects and strategies
- Oversee the production of high-quality visual content, including videos and photography, to support advocacy and awareness campaigns
- Identify communication needs of ongoing projects and recommend appropriate communication tools, tactics, and strategies
- Manage visual asset libraries and ensure consistent brand representation
- Support media relations, including the development and dissemination of press releases and event coverage
- Coordinate internal and external communications to enhance organisational visibility
- Conduct capacity-building training on visual documentation for environmental storytelling, equipping internal staff and external beneficiaries to enhance conservation communication and advocacy
Communications Assistant
Wetlands International Eastern Africa
03.2022 - 12.2024
- Developed engaging communication materials to simplify complex conservation topics, including ecosystem restoration and coastal resilience
- Led capacity-building training on visual documentation for environmental storytelling
- Managed website content and enhanced digital presence through social media optimisation
- Designed infographics, project briefs, and brochures to translate conservation data into accessible formats
- Captured and edited high-quality visuals for reports, presentations, and outreach campaigns
- Supported multimedia production for workshops and events to enhance audience engagement
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align communications with organisational goals
Communications Intern
Wetlands International Eastern Africa
03.2021 - 03.2022
Media Personnel (Volunteer)
Africa For Sdgs
08.2020 - 12.2020
Videographer and Video Editor
Triple S Productions
01.2019 - 01.2020
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
United States International University-Africa
05-2028
Diploma - Film And Theatre Arts
Kenyatta University
11-2018
Skills
- Visual Storytelling
- Content Creation (Written & Visual)
- Media Engagement Support
- Social Media Management
- Internal & External Communications
- Photography & Videography
- Website & Newsletter Content
- Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, InDesign)
- WordPress
- Content Management Systems
- Brand Management
- Digital Media
Certification
- Indesign And Branding (Africa Digital Media Institute)
- Film Production (Filamu Juani Foundation)
Additional Information - References
Available upon request.
Languages
English
Kiswahili
Area Of Expertise
- Visual Storytelling
- Content Creation (Written & Visual)
- Media Engagement Support
- Social Media Management
- Internal & External Communications
- Photography & Videography
- Website & Newsletter Content
- Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, InDesign)
- WordPress, Content Management Systems
- Brand Management
- Digital Media
Software
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Lightroom
Adobe Indesign
DaVinci Resolve
WordPress
Timeline
Communications Officer - Regional
Wetlands International Eastern Africa
01.2025 - Current
Communications Assistant
Wetlands International Eastern Africa
03.2022 - 12.2024
Communications Intern
Wetlands International Eastern Africa
03.2021 - 03.2022
Media Personnel (Volunteer)
Africa For Sdgs
08.2020 - 12.2020
Videographer and Video Editor
Triple S Productions
01.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
United States International University-Africa
Diploma - Film And Theatre Arts
Kenyatta University
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