Umuliza M. Njiru Email & Phone Number

Award-winning communications specialist with thirteen years’ success in producing creative multi-channel media campaigns that contribute to maintaining outstanding reputations of global institutions; insights from research and innovation at a global level to advocate for solutions to world issues. Expert knowledge management and communication strategist, with proficiency in creating web-based campaign and advocacy materials for regional, national, and global strategic initiatives. Exceptional relationship builder with an international social network including contacts in the media, government, and philanthropic sectors. Drives positive results through developing public campaigns including print, web, media, and film components as well as event design and implementation. Accomplished program strategist, designer, and mentor who uses skills to build positive group dynamics, improve stakeholder engagement, and drive public relations initiatives. Published writer fluent in English and Kiswahili.Previously lead the Communications and Knowledge Management function for Feed the Future Kenya Accelerated Value Chain Development (AVCD) Program, a $25M USAID funded development program, developed and oversaw strategic communications and knowledge management initiatives a key component of delivering program growth and propagation goals. Her successes so far have been largely due to her ability to leverage creative and critical thinking skills, making it possible to conceptualize and carry out strategies to deliver targeted goals. Balancing targeted actions with big-picture impact has allowed her to develop expertise in identifying critical areas of improvement to achieve better results.Key contributions of her career to date include: ★ Contributed to securing $19M program funding through creating exceptionally curated communication materials and experiences for high-profile investors such as Bill and Melinda Gates.★ Saved over $200K through improving in-house productivity and eliminating unnecessary consultant expenses.★ Coordinated and executed strategic AVCD launch events and roll out activities reaching 316K Kenyan households over a three-year period.★ Achieved top 20% recognition within ILRI for outstanding design projects and outreach campaigns. ★ Awarded for excellence in visual design, creating content that creatively showcased values, mission, and impact.Connect with her if you are looking to network with other industry professionals.

Listed skills include Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media, Image Manipulation, Image Editing, and 22 others.