SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONSFourteen (14) years of experience in communication and media practice, marketing, brand management, events management and coordination, public relations, knowledge management, project planning and management, technical writing, budgeting, reporting and advocacy.Strong background in video editing/audio-visual production, HTML for website design, graphic design and production of print communication materials, photography and image-making skills, copyediting and proofreading, brand management and visual identity protection, social media/management of online communities, conference services, qualitative analysis for information management, technical writing and speech writing, training and facilitation skills.Proven skills in developing information flow to different formats including audiovisual, written and infographics.Demonstrated ability to increase turnover and buy-in through appropriate use of key messaging crafted for targeted audiences and delivered through right channels.Professional communication skills include fluency in English and beginners’ knowledge of French.Highest Academic Qualification:Master of Science in Communication, GPA 4.0, on a 4.0 scale.Countries of Experience: Kenya and NigeriaProfessional Skills and Competencies:Video editing/audio-visual production process.Sound editing and audio production.HTML for website design. Graphic design and production of IEC materials.Photography and image-making skills.Editing and proofreading.Brand management and visual identity protection.Social Media/management of online communities.Events management and conference services.Crisis Communication and emergency response.People management/interpersonal communicationFacilitation and speech writing for advocacy.Report writing and accurate presentations.Health Communication and public information.Political Communication, advocacy and persuasion.Intercultural Communication/conflict management.Strategic Communication/information managementPublic Relations and global communication.Social Change communicationComputer Skills:Microsoft: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Publisher.Adobe: Photoshop, Imageready, Premiere Pro, PDF.Macromedia: Dreamweaver, Contribute, Fireworks, Flash.Cool Edit Pro for Radio Sound Editing.OSs: Windows, Android, Ubuntu.SPSS (in view).
Creative Associates Funded By The United States Agency For International Develop
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Creative Associates Funded By The United States Agency For International DevelopNigeria
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Knowledge Management And Communications FacilitatorUk Foreign, Commonwealth And Development Office, Dai, Partnership To Engage, Reform And Learn Jan 2019 - Mar 2021Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria• Lead implementation of programme Knowledge Management and Communications (KMC) systems, strategy and processes across six States of Southwest Nigeria: Lagos, Ekiti, Ogun, Oyo, Ondo and Osun.• Participate in (and sometimes lead) advocacy delegations to policy makers including Governors, Permanent Secretaries, Commissioners, Heads of Service, to lobby for sustainability of interventions.• Support the development and implementation of the programme and location-specific knowledge… Show more • Lead implementation of programme Knowledge Management and Communications (KMC) systems, strategy and processes across six States of Southwest Nigeria: Lagos, Ekiti, Ogun, Oyo, Ondo and Osun.• Participate in (and sometimes lead) advocacy delegations to policy makers including Governors, Permanent Secretaries, Commissioners, Heads of Service, to lobby for sustainability of interventions.• Support the development and implementation of the programme and location-specific knowledge dissemination plan – lead dissemination of KMC outputs/products to identified stakeholders, catalogue Southwest outputs, manage information flow, maintain distribution lists and track reach.• Proactively support the identification, creation and production of KMC outputs: programme results, success and impact stories; case studies, reports, web and social media content.• Facilitate use of KMC tools and techniques within the programme as well as among external partners and stakeholders.• Support programme-wide learning, adaptation and strategic communication, identifying, sharing and facilitating adoption of good practices and lessons across the region and the country.• Support cross-learning across the programme to sustain internal and external Communities of Practice and other peer learning platforms.• Collaborate on monitoring, evaluation, harvesting and tracking of programme results, and the effective operation of the programme M&E Management Information System including updating status of progress markers.• Ensure adherence to the programme quality assurance standards and DFID guidelines for all PERL products including reports, booklets, manuals, leaflets, posters, banners, documentation for the PERL SharePoint, AppBox, website and social media.• Provide platform and support for virtual meetings, conferences and webinars across the six Southwest States with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Go-to-Webinar, Bluejeans and Skype. Show less
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Advocacy ManagerAssociation For Consulting Engineering In Nigeria Apr 2018 - Dec 2018LagosAchievements• Led the development and implementation of advocacy strategy to influence policies for engineering development, organized campaigns and research for consulting engineers.• Liaised with national secretariat and management to engage consulting engineers in the implementation of the Presidential Order 5, on local content in engineering contracts.• Developed and maintained relationships with Advocacy Coordinators on consulting engineering.• Researched and implemented… Show more Achievements• Led the development and implementation of advocacy strategy to influence policies for engineering development, organized campaigns and research for consulting engineers.• Liaised with national secretariat and management to engage consulting engineers in the implementation of the Presidential Order 5, on local content in engineering contracts.• Developed and maintained relationships with Advocacy Coordinators on consulting engineering.• Researched and implemented upgrades to the Association’s advocacy systems and databases.• Identified opportunities for advocacy at key international and national events, arranging for representation of the Association and campaign opportunities.• Supported the secretariat to manage the public image of the Association.• Documented and shared key advocacy lessons with members to enable follow-ups and policy strengthening.• Supported the secretariat to generate and provide content for magazines, news digests, online publications, book of projects, newsletters.• Managed 6 special interest groups of 8 members each, to proffer practical solutions to engineering-related challenges nationwide. Show less
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National Communications AdvisorUk Department For International Development/Palladium: Make It Possible Jul 2017 - Apr 2018KanoAchievements:• Led the drafting and implementation of communications strategy in line with overall program strategy.• Led advocacy initiatives with 52 radio and TV discussions, 6 video documentaries, 17 factsheets, 4 human interest stories, 23 learning briefs, 7 policy briefs, 3 press releases, 30 talking points, project digital album, flyers, brochures and online materials, on topical governance issues. Audiovisuals can be found at:… Show more Achievements:• Led the drafting and implementation of communications strategy in line with overall program strategy.• Led advocacy initiatives with 52 radio and TV discussions, 6 video documentaries, 17 factsheets, 4 human interest stories, 23 learning briefs, 7 policy briefs, 3 press releases, 30 talking points, project digital album, flyers, brochures and online materials, on topical governance issues. Audiovisuals can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9leVLI8S-CidrEAjDU6eBQ/videos?sort=p&flow=grid&view=0• Worked with persons with special needs, or persons with disabilities (PWD), girls and women, to ensure inclusion in local governance through trainings, advocacy and PWD-centered policies.• Worked with the press to showcase project initiatives on TV, radio, newspapers and online.• Led on knowledge sharing activities including 4 learning events, 2 press briefings and rejoinders.• Organized 6 press visits to project sites to showcase project initiatives, better-fit approaches and innovations.• Managed results-oriented monthly budget of 20 million naira (55,000USD) for communications-related project deliverables.• Managed communications team and consultants to deliver appropriately for program success. • Maintained repository of program knowledge materials, facilitating retrieval.• Managed a team of 9 to deliver communications-based program results. Show less
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Communication And Knowledge Management ConsultantUk Department For International Development/Oxford Policy Management Feb 2017 - Jul 2017AbujaAchievements:1) Produced briefing notes from bulky reports for advocacy.2) Produced policy briefs for high-level engagements with policy makers.3) Worked with country director to map out engagement strategies with policy makers.4) Designed advocacy materials from policy briefs for further engagement with federal officers.
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Communication And Knowledge Management SpecialistUk Department For International Development/Cambridge Education Jul 2012 - Jan 2017Abuja, NigeriaAchievements:• Positively influenced state education policy through 22 written case studies, evidence-based impact stories and best practice documents.• Initiated and supervised development of information, education and communication materials including designs and printing, audio and audio-visual production for electronic broadcast (radio and TV), managing a monthly results-oriented budget of 2 million naira.• Developed with team, 4 TV documentaries, 12 TV spots and 4 movies in… Show more Achievements:• Positively influenced state education policy through 22 written case studies, evidence-based impact stories and best practice documents.• Initiated and supervised development of information, education and communication materials including designs and printing, audio and audio-visual production for electronic broadcast (radio and TV), managing a monthly results-oriented budget of 2 million naira.• Developed with team, 4 TV documentaries, 12 TV spots and 4 movies in English, Yoruba, Hausa and Igbo, to advocate for improved education systems and disseminate success stories of my organization, managing a team of eight to deliver results for organization.• Developed with team, 102 radio messages (programs and jingles) in English, Yoruba, Nupe, Batunu, Igbo, and Hausa aired across Nigeria for advocacy and to increase visibility for my organization.• Produced with team, 8 flyers, 9 handbills, 6 pamphlets, 5 press releases, briefing notes and concept notes, and contributed materials for 10 editions of organization’s magazine.• Led development and implementation of Communication Strategy for Ministry of Education and program Communication and Knowledge Management Unit.• Updated quarterly with team, program website at www.esspin.org and managed social media communities (Facebook, Twitter, Whatsapp, Youtube).• Represented the program at stakeholders’ meetings and forum and provided information about organization and program to state, national and international delegates.• Led key delegations for advocacy visits to political office holders including governors, commissioners, ministers and parliament (House of Assembly) members for improved policies.• Organized 2 conferences and 5 knowledge-sharing events with delegates from states, national and international organizations.• Trained 21 journalists and 16 Civil Society Organizations on investigative and advocacy reporting, and demand for accountability for a child-centered education system. Show less
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Head Of CommunicationsFarijika-Kenya Aug 2009 - Feb 2012Nairobi, KenyaAchievements:• Linked with the media to advocate for peace through 18 radio jingles, 39 half-hour talk shows, and 3 TV shows.• Supervised production of materials for information, education, communication and behavior change like pamphlets, flyers, handbills, posters and brochures, managing four staff for delivery of results and professional development.• Attended East African regional meetings on behalf of Farijika Kenya.• Co-ordinated strategic communication between Farijika… Show more Achievements:• Linked with the media to advocate for peace through 18 radio jingles, 39 half-hour talk shows, and 3 TV shows.• Supervised production of materials for information, education, communication and behavior change like pamphlets, flyers, handbills, posters and brochures, managing four staff for delivery of results and professional development.• Attended East African regional meetings on behalf of Farijika Kenya.• Co-ordinated strategic communication between Farijika Tanzania and Farijika Kenya.• Organized 13 capacity building workshops and peace-building events for youth• Identified funding opportunities/potential donors and prepared project proposals.• Monitored and evaluated Farijika projects in Laikipia. Show less
Emmanuel Uko Skills
Emmanuel Uko Education Details
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Cgpa 4.0 On A 4.0 Scale -
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Tangaza College, Catholic University Of Eastern AfricaCredit -
Second Class Upper Division
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Emmanuel Uko works for Creative Associates Funded By The United States Agency For International Develop
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Emmanuel Uko's current role is Strategic communications, knowledge management, content creation, advocacy, graphics, branding, audiovisuals and websites..
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Emmanuel Uko attended Walden University, Minnesota, U.s.a., Walden University, Tangaza College, Catholic University Of Eastern Africa, Catholic University Of Eastern Africa, Nairobi, Kenya.
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Emmanuel Uko has interest in Social Services, Children, Economic Empowerment, Civil Rights And Social Action, Environment, Education, Poverty Alleviation, Human Rights, Health.
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