Key skills and expertise

With 25 years in media and communications, this expert is a seasoned journalist, media trainer, and communications consultant. They bring 15 years of journalism experience, focusing on radio, TV, and online media, including crisis reporting in regions like South Sudan and DR Congo. Since 2011, they have led capacity-building initiatives for organizations such as DW-Akademie, UNDP, UNHCR, and GIZ across East Africa. As a co-founder of the NGO Dignity for Children, they have served as treasurer and board member, managing budgeting and organizational development. Their work includes intercultural projects like the children's book series "Simon in Rwanda."

Project experience and donor exposure

Working across diverse projects involving international donors, the expert has collaborated with DW-Akademie, UNDP, UNHCR, and GIZ. Their involvement includes media training and communication consulting, focusing on capacity building for journalists in East Africa. These regional projects enhance practical skills, communication theory, newsroom management, and ethical journalism.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked extensively in the media and communications sector, holding roles as a journalist, media trainer, and communications consultant. Responsibilities have included reporting for radio and TV, media training, and consulting for international organizations such as UNDP, UNHCR, and GIZ. They possess cross-cutting expertise in journalism, media development, and intercultural communication. Geographic experience spans East Africa, particularly Rwanda, with crisis reporting in regions like South Sudan, DR Congo, and Afghanistan. Additionally, they have contributed to NGO initiatives in education and organizational development. Their background includes positions in Germany and research conducted in Sweden, offering a broad understanding of African and European media landscapes and cultural dynamics.

Languages and education

Bringing a comprehensive linguistic skill set, the expert is a native German speaker with full professional proficiency in English, facilitating effective communication in international and multilingual settings. They have eloquent Swedish language skills, supporting their work in European contexts, and a basic understanding of French, which complements their intercultural work across diverse regions. Academically, the expert holds a Magister Artium in Communication Science, African Studies, and Sociology. Their educational journey included studies at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität in Munich, Germany, and further Master studies at Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt Universität Berlin. Additionally, they studied Global Electronic Journalism at Stockholm University, Sweden.