An extremely dedicated and pragmatic Communications Specialist, with nine years of versatile experience of working with international organizations and donor funded projects.
Always eager to learn, build upon my knowledge and expertise to continuously improve my niche ultimately to derive value for the employer.
· Develop and disseminate IEC Material on Gender Based Violence with sharp emphasis on Acid Burn Violence in Pakistan.
· Revamp corporate website’s structure and update content with latest facts and figures.
· Develop Gender Management Information System (GMIS) to provide ready statistics to government departments, policy makers and relevant stakeholders.
· Develop and execute Radio Campaigns across Pakistan to bring a sharp focus on increased issues related to Violence against Women and Girls (VAWG) amidst COVID-19.
· Develop and disseminate Social Media Campaign to increase awareness on women related issues.
· Develop Video Messages on Gender Based Violence particularly acid burn violence in Pakistan.
· Develop content for online Trainings for Lawyers and representatives from police departments.
· Develop content and artwork for ASF on going activities.
Developed and executed organization's communication and media strategy to promote educational attainments across Pakistan
Successfully implemented Radio Campaigns across KP and Punjab including but not limited to production of Radio Spots, extensive research for provincial analysis and translation of Radio Spots in local languages.
Developed and disseminated Monthly Newsletter to relevant stakeholders including representatives from government, relevant ministries, donors, etc.
Developed IEC materials including, but not limited to, preparation and sharing of reports, project briefs, infographics and campaign materials.
Successfully organized High Profile Visits for Education Minister and organized International Women Day 2019 in the most creative and efficient manner.
Developed innovative ways of presenting project results (infographics, visuals, videos, etc.) and success stories/case studies showcasing impact of program interventions.
Managed and assisted graphic designer to prepare creative material such as banners for events, posters, placards, invitation cards, and other publicity/ promotional material.
Capacity building of communication focal points in field offices on communication (writing case studies, photography protocols, activating social media etc.)
Ensure regular information flow with media outlets, organize media events and prepare media products such as press releases, talking points, etc.
Strengthened partnership with media representatives/ journalists, media houses/ outlets, including print and electronic media.
Developed scripts/story boards for illustrative videos and responsible for video editing.
Performance based promotion from the post of Communications Assistant to Communications Officer
Assisted in development and dissemination of effective Communication & Media Mobilisation Strategy.
Successfully shared Monthly Progress Reports showcasing up-to-date achievement of overall program targets to the Government Officials.
Liaison and external coordination with stakeholders, donors and civil society.
Written human interest/success stories, case studies and web feature stories (www.humqadam.pk/news)
Developed and designed Information Education and Communication (IEC) Material including Fact Sheets, Brochures, Posters and other branding/promotional material.
Initiated Advocacy and Behavioral Change Communication (BCC) initiatives including implementation of BEST (Better Environment School Team) in 48 schools across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Punjab.
Successfully conducted District Media Sensitisation Workshops (DMSW) across KP and Punjab to promote education friendly reporting.
Collected High-Res photographs for website and print material highlighting programme interventions.
Prepared photo-essays and picture stories.
Took minutes of internal as well as external meetings.
Maintained and updated the programme website regularly.
Maintained & updated Social Media Outlets (Facebook & Twitter).
• Develop and execute HDRF communication strategy, ensuring effective delivery across diverse audiences and stakeholders.
• Responsible for writing annual report showcasing the impact of different on-going projects.
• Lead on the development and designing quarterly newsletter with organisation’s update.
• Responsible for stakeholders’ mapping and identification of relevant stakeholders.
• Coordinate the design of promotional material and distribute in online and offline channels.
• Production of one-pager fact sheet of on-going projects.
• Coordinate policy briefs for research publications, case studies and human-interest stories to be used for media pitches, social media outlets and other communications needs.
• Development and execution of social media plan.
• Continual updating of organisations website.
• Branding & development of company’s programme materials.
• Drafting content (press releases, projects write-ups) for events and programme website.
• Assist creation, production, and dissemination of publications.
• Develop and administer production of fact sheets, bi-annual newsletter, annual report, course brochures, and exhibition and event postcards.
• Manage creation and selection of photography for print and electronic communications.
• Support the development and execution of identity and collateral materials for major organizational initiatives.
• Create and coordinate production schedules and maintain ongoing relationships with graphic designers, mail houses and printers.
• Manage the HelpAge International in house manual.
• Worked in different departments including Health and Communications.
• Responsible for content writing for booklets, pamphlets and reports.
• Coordination with buyers and sellers.
• Development of invoices with relevant required documents and handing over to Finance department