Key skills and expertise.

Bringing over 21 years of experience in media and communications, the expert is skilled in strategy development, media relations, and multimedia content creation. Career highlights include leading international and local projects, including those funded by the EU and UN, with a focus on food security, nutrition, and climate resilience. Notable achievements involve launching digital platforms and executing successful communication campaigns. Responsibilities have included leadership roles such as Production Manager and Senior Communications Officer, demonstrating strong team coordination and project management capabilities.

Project experience and donor exposure.

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as the European Union, Global Environmental Facility, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation, and Green Climate Fund. The expert's involvement includes developing communication and visibility strategies for donor-funded projects in thematic areas like food security, nutrition, agriculture, and climate resilience. These projects have been implemented at both national and regional levels in countries including Malawi and Cambodia, focusing on enhancing communication and media relations to support development initiatives.

Sectors and geographic focus.

With a background in media and communications, the expert has worked across key sectors such as food security, nutrition, rural development, and entrepreneurship. Previously held roles include Production Manager, Communications Specialist, and Corporate Communications Officer. Their interdisciplinary expertise includes digital media management and communication strategy development. The geographic scope of work spans regional and country-specific projects in Malawi, Cambodia, and the UK, focusing on enhancing visibility and media relations to support sectoral initiatives. Extensive geographic experience in Malawi, Cambodia, and the UK has led to deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics, contributing to regional development initiatives.

Languages and education.

The expert is proficient in English, Chichewa, and Chitumbuka at a C2 level, and has a B1 proficiency in French, supported by a Diploma in French Studies. These language skills have been utilized in diverse professional settings, including work in multilingual teams across countries like Malawi, Cambodia, and the UK, facilitating effective communication and collaboration in international projects. The expert holds an M.A. in International Public Relations from the University of Wales, UK, and a B.A. in Humanities with a focus on English and French from the University of Botswana, Botswana. These academic credentials provide a strong foundation in communication and language skills, supporting their extensive career in media and communications.