Key skills and expertise

With over 6 years of experience in health communication, the expert is skilled in strategic communication, media relations, storytelling, and content development. Responsibilities have included leading communication efforts for international projects funded by USAID, PEPFAR, and the Global Fund, with a focus on public health, disease prevention, and advocacy. Career highlights include mentoring 8 communication interns and significantly increasing organizational visibility through media tours and campaigns. The expert has held leadership roles in event planning and branding, demonstrating strong organizational and management skills.

Project experience and donor exposure

Bringing extensive experience collaborating with international donors such as USAID, PEPFAR, CDC, Irish Aid, and the Global Fund, the expert has been involved in communication and advocacy for health-related projects. This includes supporting USAID-funded initiatives like Afya Shirikishi and Afya Kamilifu, enhancing visibility through media relations and strategic communication. The work spans both national and international scales, focusing on health system strengthening, disease prevention, and public health security in Tanzania.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse projects involving health communication, community development, and social advocacy, the expert has developed strategic communication strategies, managed media relations, and coordinated donor-funded projects. With interdisciplinary expertise in public health, including disease prevention and health system strengthening, the focus has been on regional initiatives in Tanzania. This experience has involved collaboration with international donors and local stakeholders to enhance program visibility and impact, providing a deep understanding of regional development issues and cultural dynamics within Tanzania.

Languages and education

With a background in languages, the expert is fluent in English, French, and Swahili, utilizing these languages in professional settings, including international project collaboration and communication roles. Language skills have been applied in diverse contexts such as media relations, donor communications, and translation tasks, enhancing effectiveness in multilingual environments. The expert holds a Master of Arts in Mass Communication from St. Augustine University of Tanzania (2019-2021) and a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and Advertising from the University of Dar es Salaam, School of Journalism and Mass Communications (2014-2017), both located in Tanzania.