I am a Regional Communications Consultant at Equality Now, a global organization that works to end violence and discrimination against women and girls. With over eight years of experience in communications and advocacy, I develop and implement effective campaigns and strategies to amplify the voices and impact of the Young Women for Awareness, Agency, Advocacy, and Accountability (YW4A) Programme and the Maputo Protocol Celebrations across Africa and the UNFPA 'A Child is not a Bride' CampaignIn my previous roles, I have demonstrated my skills and passion for development communication,content creation, media relations, policy advocacy, and digital marketing in the fields of nutrition, health, and social justice. I have coordinated with diverse teams and partners in six countries to produce quality co-branded materials for the Commercialisation of Biofortified Crops (CBC) Programme at GAIN, hosted a webinar on gender-inclusive nutritional strategy and biofortification, and participated in cross-continental youth activism and advocacy on fighting COVID-19 and addressing youth priorities with global policy makers as a ONE Champion at ONE.org. My mission is to use my communications expertise and domain knowledge to advance women and girls' rights and empowerment in Africa and beyond.
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Regional Communications And Media Consultant - AfricaEquality Now Mar 2023 - Nov 2023Nairobi County, KenyaAchievements: Drafting stories of change for annual, biannual and quarterly reports for donors in the Young Women for Awareness, Agency, Advocacy, and Accountability - YW4A Programme across the 3 countries of Kenya, South Sudan, and Egypt. Social Media Content Creation lead for the 20th anniversary of Maputo Protocol Celebrations on women and girls’ rights developing social media toolkits and content plans. Media Relations lead for the 20th anniversary of the Maputo Protocol Celebrations on women and girls’ rights across Africa. Produced content for the Maputo@20newsletter via Mail Chimp that was shared with social movements in the gender equality sphere in Africa. Multimedia Content Creation lead for the Young Women for Awareness, Agency, Advocacy, and Accountability- YW4A Programme across the 3 countries of Kenya, South Sudan, and Egypt. Event and photography support for the capacity building of the YW4A program staff and Legal Researchers Training and capacity building for program participants in social media strategy, media relations, success story writing, opinion editorial writing and photography. Formulating concept notes and moderating training webinars for the UNFPA “A child is not a bride Campaign” advocating on ending child marriage in Eastern and Southern Africa with journalists and social movement partners in Uganda, Zambia and Malawi. Carried out media tours with local journalists to capture survivor stories of victims of FGM and early child marriage. Formulated terms of reference and scopes of work, justification, quality assurance, contracting service completion and payment requests documents for vendors supporting the 20th anniversary of Maputo Protocol Celebrations. Drafted Communications and Advocacy Strategy for the UNFPA “A child is not a bride Campaign” in Uganda, Malawi and Zambia for the third quarter of 2023. -
Communications Associate - Commercialisation Of Biofortified Crops Multi-Country ProgrammeGlobal Alliance For Improved Nutrition (Gain) Jun 2022 - Apr 2023Nairobi, KenyaAchievements: Coordinate with country teams in 6 countries where the Commercialisation of Biofortified Crops, CBC programme is active to develop quality co-branded advocacy / communications materials i.e. Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Tanzania, Nigeria and Kenya. Produce content for the monthly newsletter via MailChimp that was shared internal and external stakeholders. Hosted the Gender Inclusive Nutritional Strategy Biofortification webinar on August 25th that brought together biofortification stakeholders in Africa and Asia. Coordinate content creation for international holiday campaigns such as World Humanitarian Day that amplified CBC programme on the global platform. Communications lead for the CBC programme coordinating speaker opportunities and press kits with mainstream TV stations. Enhance capacity building among CBC project associates from the six countries in drafting human interest stories and photography in the humanitarian world. Custodian of brand visibility guidelines for the CBC programme. Craft impactful messages and visual storytelling to convey solutions to biofortification challenges in the global south. -
One ChampionThe One Campaign Apr 2020 - Apr 2022KenyaAchievements: First cohort of ONE Champions in East Africa in April 2020. As part of the cross-continental EU- Africa Taskforce of youth activists on fighting COVID 19 pandemics met with local and the international decision-makers in the EAC, AU, EU in conferences and conferences such as AU-EU summit, You Lead Conference in Arusha. Participated in the open letter to African and European leaders to act on youth priorities. Participated in the framing of youth issues to present during the AU-EU summit. Participated in media interviews to amplify focus on youth priorities such as unemployment, education, health and technology during the Youlead conference in 2021 in Arusha. Participated in social media campaigns by ONE to amplify voices on the fight for equitable distribution of COVID-19 Vaccine, job creation for all and eradicating poverty in all its forms . Encouraged the public to take online and in person campaign actions such as Spot the ONE Branded Bus Challenge. -
Communications LeadCare Kenya Apr 2020 - Dec 2021Nairobi, Kenya Communications lead for the CARE international, Kenya Country office publicity and communication. Custodian of the Building Opportunities for Resilience in the Horn of Africa - BORESHA, Evaluating Impacts of Gender Integration on Agriculture and Food Security Outcomes –EGIA and 8 other programs’ Communication and Visibility guidelines within the country office. Provided organization capacity assessments and field monitoring visits to potato planting farmers in Nyandarua and Naivasha counties under the Farmers Business School initiative under the Evaluating Impacts of Gender Integration on Agriculture and Food Security Outcomes. Support the Women Voices and Leadership -Kenya (WVL-K)Program publicity and communication related to the work of the Women Voices and Leadership- Kenya program. Draft communication material for CARE International, Kenya’s website and social media channels (These includes Human interest stories, project progress updates including impact stories and social media posts). Assistance in the organization of press conferences, workshops, high-level visits, and advocacy events. Drafting official correspondence, press releases, media clippings, media advisories and communication report. Support CARE International, Kenya in coordination and publicizing project activities during key national days like World Women’s day, March4Women,16 Days of activism among others. Support mobilization for annual National convention of women for cross-learning, networking and coalition-building. Document lessons learnt best practices, case studies and human interest stories as shared by the WVL-K Program Principal partners in their reports or as captured during field visits. Supported periodic production of project documentaries for the Country Office. Produced quarterly fact sheets for the WVL-K program and Country Office capacity statements. Designed, produced and shared IEC materials like banners, posters, flyers etc for the WVL-K project. -
Programs Intern - Urbanization And Labour MovementFriedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Sep 2019 - Dec 2019Nairobi, Kenya Provided logistic and administrative support for the Labour movement and Just City Urbanization program staff and working groups not limited to organizing travel and assisting in preparation of policy meetings, seminars and special events. Assisted with program and event follow up, documentation and evaluation Maintained knowledge of contemporary labour and urbanization issues areas to be used in liaising with members, providing written and presentation materials, and participating in internal strategy planning sessions. Assisted in correspondence & communications and budget management. Managed liaison with event and program partners, vendors, and participants. Assisted in processing payments and reports. Under supervision of program coordinators, conducted occasional research and writing assignment. Provided support to other FES programs when assigned. -
Senior Account ExecutiveOxygène Marketing Communications Ltd. Nov 2018 - Feb 2019NairobiHandling Internal Communications and Strategic PR for Safaricom PLC.Achievements: Spearheaded content creation for the Safaricom Connect monthlynewsletter for internal staff. Created original, engaging articles that were succinct, informative and easyto read for Safaricom Daily Bulletin for internal staff. Wrote persuasive copy for internal communication campaign banner andmicrosite to ensure internal customers were reached. Coordinated design production for the 2019 Devolution Conference. Thought-leadership opinion editorials for Safaricom. Research support for stakeholder engagement forums. Media-Monitoring on the Safaricom Account. General Account management for Safaricom. -
Client Service - Account ExecutiveRedline Pr Nov 2016 - Oct 2018Nairobi.Sectors - Alcohol and Beverage, Insurance Key Accounts - Heineken, Amstel, Merck Pharmaceuticals and Liberty Assurance • Liaise on a daily basis with clients and the media, often via telephone and email• Build strong relationships and networks with colleagues, clients and the media• Monitor the media, including newspapers, magazines, journals, broadcasts, newswires, social media sites and blogs, for opportunities for clients• Work as part of an account team to develop client proposals and implement the PR activity• Prepare regular client reports and attend client meetings• Research, write and distribute press releases to targeted media• Promote news stories and features to the media, known as 'selling in'• Collate, analyse and evaluate media coverage• Manage events, including press conferences and promotional events• Attend and promote client events to the media• Assist with the production of client publications, such as in-house magazines• Commission market research• Coordinate studio or location photography• Undertake research for new business proposals and present them to potential new clients• Manage the PR aspect of a possible crisis situation
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Sales And Marketing AssociateMoniland Enterprises Jan 2015 - Oct 2016KenyaDutiesTaking responsibility for placing orders according to credit rules and credit limit established by the enterprise.Building long-term relationships with clients and service recurring order needs.Providing all customer support required by the clients in my portfolio.Building and grow relationships within the furniture manufacture industry.Close relationships and coordinate orders with our warehouse. Managing customers’ payment schedule and ensure that customers adhere to credit limits.
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Public Speaking Trainer -ConsultantMinistry Of Tourism,Trade And Regulation Migori County Aug 2014 - Oct 2014MigoriSelecting viable prospective MissTourism 2014 delegates from the preliminary levels at sub county level to the county level then proceeding to Coaching the Miss Tourism Migori 2014 delegates from the 8 sub-counties in a comprehensive Boot-camp training for the grand finale gala night.AchievementsMentored future Ms.University Kenya Runners-Up 2015 Audrey Awuor Otieno.
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Account ExecutiveGina Din Corporate Communications Oct 2013 - Jul 2014NairobiKey Accounts handled: KEPSA and AKI.
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Client Service - Account ExecutiveGina Din Group Oct 2013 - Jul 2014NairobiSectors - Private Sector, Human Rights and InsuranceKey Accounts - KEPSA,AKI,OSIEA&UNEP•Organizing and managing events, including press conferences and promotional events for clients. •Liaising on a daily basis with clients often via telephone and email. •Handling relationship building and networking with clients and colleagues. •Scheduling meetings between the client and the agency as appropriate. •Preparing contact reports after every meeting with the client and the agency and records their recommendations and the way forward agreed upon. •Handling branding activities for a client for any given event. Achievements:•Conceptualization, planning and executing KEPSA 10th anniversary “A New Era” Celebrations on 15th December at Safari Park that was officiated by the President of Kenya EGH Uhuru Kenyatta.•Involved in the team conceptualizing, planning and execution of UN UNEP/UNEA Rebranding dinner in June 2014 at UNEP Headquarters in Gigiri•Shouldered responsibilities of formulating and implementing Communication strategies for corporate clients.•Organized and coordinated the OSIEA 2013 Conference in October at Safari Park, Nairobi.•Organized the AKI Agent of the year 2014 awards event at Carnivore grounds in March 2014.•Organized and co-ordinated AKI Road Safety 2013 Awards in November 2014.•Organized and executed the AKI Media reporting training in July 2014.•Conceptualized and executed AKI 2014 Communication strategy.•Held forte as Account Executive for CIC Insurance and Old Mutual for colleague when on leave.•Compiling monthly, quarterly and event reports for clients. •Advising clients of any public relations, events and sponsorship opportunities which the client can leveraged on. •Developing public relation campaigns and strategies for existing and new clients. •Developing an understanding of the target media for the client portfolio •Handling simple supplier briefings and works with suppliers to ensure quality control is maintained.
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Marketing And Promotions InternAdvance Public Relations & Marketing Nov 2012 - Mar 2013Westlands,NairobiI was tasked with Media Relations,Fund Raising Tactics, Writing Quotes,Media-monitoring and Relationship Marketing.
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Client Services InternBrandspark Holdings May 2012 - Aug 2012Ngong Lane Plaza NairobiI was tasked with Media Relations, Concepts and Strategy,Events and Production -
News Anchor, Radio Presenter And Public Relations OfficerShine Fm Aug 2011 - Apr 2012Athi-RiverIt is here that I learnt the crucial value of team-work towards achieving a great production in the media industry.Through working with my producer,co-host in DATING 101 and colleagues in the PR team I gained immeasurable experience in preparation of the demanding job market.Tasks included Anchoring News,Community Relations,Content Development for Programs and events management.
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Daystar University Students Association - Vice Chairperson And Secretary For AcademicsDaystar University Aug 2009 - Apr 2012Athi River•Facilitate easy flow of information between the students and the administration of the University.•Represent and defend the interests of the Association or its individual members in all matters involving the Academic staff and Administration.•Plan and implement social activities.•Carry out advisory services within the Association. •Receive, study, make recommendations and approve the budget from the treasurer.•address issues of students’ discipline through representation and active participation in the Student Disciplinary Committee. -
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Vice-Chairperson And Secretary For Academic AffairsDaystar University Students Association Government Apr 2010 - Apr 2011Athi-RiverFacilitate easy flow of information between the students and the administration of the University.Represent and defend the interests of the Association or its individual members in all matters involving the Academic staff and Administration.Evaluating policy adopted by each department of the university and recommending changes as necessary Guided students in applying and collecting necessary paperwork for Grade complaints and course selectionRoutinely met with students regarding in-class issues and learning interruptions to discuss solutions.Designing, interpreting and conducting a variety of analytical studies to support facilities planning and management of the universityCarry out advisory services within the Association.Receive study, make recommendations and approve the budget from the treasurer.Address issues of students’ discipline through representation and active participation in the Student Disciplinary Committee.Achievements•Contributed to an 10% No. of computers increase in 2010 by advocating for the increased number of computers for students usage thereby increasing laboratories for student academic research•Successfully petitioned grades for Business students in the school of commerce.•Facilitated increased internet connection broadband to the hostels•Facilitated the promulgation of the DUSA Student Constitution into effect on November 13th 2010.•Lead organizer for the annual Academic Week in 2011.•Assistant lead in organizing the annual Students Fun-Day at Splash Water world in November 2010.•Organized and co-ordinated the annual students Star of Excellence of the Year (SOEA) in 2011. -
MemberDaystar University Students Association Academic Affairs Committee Aug 2009 - Apr 2010Athi-RiverIt was while here that I embraced the competitive spirit of achieving in the Academic field as I was tasked with Formulating Questions for Mind Games such as IQ challenge,outsourcing for Sponsorships and also organizing the Academic Week.These skills came in handy when I was later elected Vice-Chairperson and Secretary for Academic Affairs the following year
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Untrained Volunteer TeacherMaweni Mixed High School Nyali May 2009 - Aug 2009MombasaAs an English,History Tutor and Debating Club Patron I came face-to-face with children from disadvantaged background and learnt that one's future is not determined by their biology,geography or history but their individual effort towards achieving success.Even at 20 years of age then,The art of giving back for the time I was there granted me immeasurable satisfaction towards motivating and bringing the best out of students who looked up to me.
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StudentHill School 1998 - 2003
Felix Brian Onyango Education Details
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Public Policy And Public Administration -
Digital 4 AfricaDigital Marketing -
Daystar UniversityUpper Second Class Division -
Maseno SchoolHigh School Equivalence Certificate Program
Frequently Asked Questions about Felix Brian Onyango
What is Felix Brian Onyango's role at the current company?
Felix Brian Onyango's current role is Regional Consultant @ Equality Now | Communications and Advocacy.
What schools did Felix Brian Onyango attend?
Felix Brian Onyango attended Kenyatta University, Digital 4 Africa, Daystar University, Maseno School.
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