Emmanuel Uko Email & Phone Number

Nigeria

Ikeja, 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

Lagos

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… 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

Kano

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:… 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

Abuja

Achievements: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.

Abuja, Nigeria

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… 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

Nairobi, Kenya

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… 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

Master’S Degree, Communication And Media Studies, Cgpa 4.0 On A 4.0 Scale

Social media strategies, advocacy, persuasion, media effects, audience mapping, message evaluation, crisis communication, public.

Graduate Certificate In Communication, Communication And Media Studies

Communication Theories, social media strategies, advocacy, persuasion, media effects, audience mapping.

Certificate In Media Production, Mass Communication/Media Studies, Credit

Video Production Online journalism Psychology of Communication Communication Theories Graphic Design Radio Production Studio Management

Bachelor'S Degree, Second Class Upper Division

Activities and Societies: 1) Secretary-General, Tangaza Students Association 2) Social and environmental activities