Angela Kolongo Email & Phone Number

London, Gb

London Area, United Kingdom

Responsible for the planning, coordination and delivery of all communications and public affairs activities for the International Economic Development Group (IEDG) and the Supporting Investment and Trade in Africa (SITA) Programme - an FCDO-funded initiative to support the negotiations and implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

London, England, United Kingdom

London, England, United Kingdom

- 10+ years of experience- Experienced in developing and executing communications strategies for a variety of clients, including businesses, non-profits, and government.- Skilled in using a variety of communication channels, including social media, email, and traditional media.- Passionate about using communication to make a positive impact.

London

London, England, United Kingdom

- Managed communications for multiple Secretariat thematic work areas as an account manager. Oversaw the Education and Health portfolios as well as the Governance and Peace Directorate which covers Elections, Corruption, Public Sector Governance and Political Affairs- Managed communications for major intergovernmental Commonwealth ministerial meetings and conferences- Developed communication strategies and engagement plans ahead of and during official visits by the Secretary-General and… Show more - Managed communications for multiple Secretariat thematic work areas as an account manager. Oversaw the Education and Health portfolios as well as the Governance and Peace Directorate which covers Elections, Corruption, Public Sector Governance and Political Affairs- Managed communications for major intergovernmental Commonwealth ministerial meetings and conferences- Developed communication strategies and engagement plans ahead of and during official visits by the Secretary-General and provided on-the-ground communications support - Identified media opportunities to highlight the work of the Secretariat - Drafted engaging content for a wide range of external audiences to convey the Secretariat’s mission and values Show less

London, England, United Kingdom

- Led day-to-day operations within a busy Press Office, including managing news stories, creating content, and responding to media enquiries regarding the Embassy and the Ethiopian Government.- Monitored and evaluated mainstream and digital media coverage- Devised proactive and reactive crisis communication methods- Managed multidisciplinary communications plans for the delivery of engagements and special projects.- Drafted speeches, newsletters, articles, statements, rebuttals,… Show more - Led day-to-day operations within a busy Press Office, including managing news stories, creating content, and responding to media enquiries regarding the Embassy and the Ethiopian Government.- Monitored and evaluated mainstream and digital media coverage- Devised proactive and reactive crisis communication methods- Managed multidisciplinary communications plans for the delivery of engagements and special projects.- Drafted speeches, newsletters, articles, statements, rebuttals, and press releases- Managed the Embassy's social media presence across all platforms; analysed social media campaigns and design strategies to maximise engagement- Interfaced and consulted regularly with other internal departments such as the Business Diplomacy Department and the Political Affairs department to identify, collaborate and maintain communication with potential stakeholders. Show less

London, United Kingdom

London, United Kingdom

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Communications And International Relations

High School Diploma, International Baccalureate