Profile - Mr. John Emeripus

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Designation: Communications Manager
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Division / Faculty: Office of the Vice-Chancellor
Directorate / Dept: Directorate Marketing and Resources Mobilization
Section: Marketing and Resources Mobilzation
Office Extension No.: 3707
Address: 536 NJORO

SUMMARY

: Am a seasoned communications professional. I have successfully developed and executed comprehensive communication strategies for various organizations, both national and county Governments. My ability to craft compelling narratives and engage diverse audiences has consistently resulted in increased brand visibility and stakeholder engagement in my profession. In my previous role as Turkana County Public Communications Director, I spearheaded the development and implementation of a comprehensive County communication plan and Strategy in Collaboration with USAID Nawiri and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment has enabled me to make an immediate impact at any organization. I hold a Masters degree in Communication studies- University of Nairobi, BA-Moi University, senior Management Course ( SMC) at Kenya School of Government -Baringo and a Diploma from Kenya Institute of Mass Communication. I have cumulative work experience of over 25 years where I worked with The Ministry Of Information and Broadcasting, Presidential Press Service, Kenys Film Classification Board, Kenya National Commission on Human Rights ( KNCHR), Turkana County Government as Director of Public Communication and Media Relations and USAID Nawiri as a Training faciliitator.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

Master of Arts in Communication Studies
University of Nairobi (2009-2011)

Bachelor of Arts in Government and Public Administration

Moi University (2004-2007)

Diploma in Journalism
Kenya Institute of Mass Communication (1993-1996)

Senior Management course ( SMC) -2020

Kenya School Of Government -Baringo Campus

WORK EXPERIENCE

1999-2013: Information Officer- Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.

Roles and responsibilities

Coordinated communication programs and media strategies for government initiatives.
Developed and implemented communication policies and frameworks.

2012: Part-Time Lecturer (Learning and Communication Skills) - South Eastern University
College (SEUCO), Machakos Campus.

Roles and responsibilities

Taught communication skills to undergraduate students, focusing on enhancing their proficiency in both written and oral communication.
Prepared course materials, delivered lectures, and evaluated student performance.

2013-2016: Senior Public Affairs and Communication Human Rights Officer- Kenya
National Commission on Human Rights

Roles and responsibilities

Developed communication strategies to promote human rights advocacy and public awareness.
Managed media relations and public outreach programs.
Edited and supervised publications, reports, and information, education, and communication (IEC) materials.

2017-2022: Director, Public Communication and Media Relations- Turkana County
Government

Roles and responsibilities

Led the Public Communication Department, managing media relations and implementing county-wide communication strategies.
Organized public sensitization forums and developed communication tools for government programs.

PROFESSIONAL SOFT SKILLS

Public Communication: Expertise in public communication affairs and media
engagement, with a strong track record in government communication and human rights
Communication Strategy: Skilled in developing and executing communication
strategies for diverse organizations and stakeholders.
Media Relations: Extensive experience in liaising with media outlets and managing
public relations campaigns.
Community work: Training of Community self Help Groups, Youth, Women and
Ward planning committees, Hybrid Committees. Experience in Advocacy, related issues
on public Education, Human Rights with a focus on practical application on team work
Writing and Editing: Proficient in content creation, report writing, and editing for
both academic and professional publications.