Qualitative Research and Communications

Save the Children: U-RIL & U-LEARN Program

As a Communications and Qualitative Research Consultant with the Uganda Response Innovation Lab (U-RIL), I support refugee-led organisations by identifying key communication challenges and developing strategies to amplify their innovations. Through a participatory action model, we co-create solutions that helped these groups enter new markets and scale their impact. I also lead the documentation of success stories to highlight innovation in action.

Organisations : Refugee Led Organisations & social impact organisations

Focus Area: Refugee-led innovation, participatory research, strategic communications, market access

Impact: I Support Refugee-led organisations; share stories and reach numerous households

Sectors: Waste recycling, organic larvae farming, nutrition, solar fruit drying, Fish and Okra Farming, stakeholder mapping, communication and qualitative research

Research and Communication Design

World Health Organisation – Europe

At WHO’s Regional Office for Europe, I developed training materials and presentations focused on workplace conflict management. These resources were designed to equip staff with practical tools to navigate challenges, improve collaboration, and foster a healthier, more productive work environment across the region.

Organisation: WHO – Europe.

Focus Areas: Workplace conflict management, staff development, organizational communication

Impact: Reached 800+ professionals across 53 countries, including health experts, communicators, strategists, and humanitarians

Sector: Healthcare

Research & Communication Support

Global Carbon Markets – GIZ

As part of the Global Carbon Markets Program by GIZ, I provided strategic communications support for key climate and finance initiatives across East Africa. This included developing communication strategies, creating tools to support market readiness, and promoting green recovery through climate policy engagement.

Focus Areas: Climate finance, carbon markets, strategic communication, green recovery

Impact: Created 20+ publications adopted by ministries and agencies in six countries under the East African Alliance for Carbon Markets and Climate Finance

Sector: Environment, Carbon Markets, Climate Finance

Media and Communications

European Union – Uganda Transport Sector (Euronet Consulting, Belgium)

As Lead Communications Consultant for the EU’s Transport Sector Support in Uganda, I developed and executed a comprehensive Communication and Visibility Plan. Working with institutional partners—including MoWT, UNRA, URF, UIPE, and COWI—I managed stakeholder engagement, media relations, campaign coordination, and capacity building. I also produced knowledge products and communication tools to strengthen collaboration and improve public perception of the transport sector.

Focus Areas: Institutional communication, stakeholder engagement, transport development, public sector visibility

Impact: Trained 6 partner institutions in digital communications; increased EU social media engagement by 37%

Sector: Institutional Capacity Building in Transport Infrastructure

Research, Media and Communications

Solidaridad Global – Gender Equality & Social Inclusion (GESI)

In partnership with Solidaridad’s Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Learning Group, I led the development of key knowledge resources, including the Global Gender Knowledge Management Guide, Research Guide, and GESI Learning Guide. Collaborating with Makerere University and global teams, I supported gender research across Latin America, Europe, Asia, and Africa. I also designed advanced training modules in qualitative and quantitative research, tailored for Solidaridad’s gender inclusivity staff worldwide.

Focus Areas: Gender research, intersectional analysis, capacity building, knowledge management

Impact: Enabled teams to drive institutional gender transformation, lead advocacy efforts, and strengthen partnerships through e-learning and coalition-building across multiple regions

Sector: Gender Equality, Research, Social Inclusion

Research, Media and Communications

Rotary International – 99th District Conference & Assembly (99th DCA)

I led the branding and public relations strategy for the 99th DCA, working closely with Rotarian specialists to shape the event’s identity and voice. From crafting the theme “Hope Uniting Hearts” to designing visual tools, social media campaigns, and press outreach, I ensured a cohesive and engaging experience. I also managed event logistics, vendor coordination, budgeting, and advocacy content, while supporting breakout sessions, fundraising, and brand compliance. Sustainability and attendee experience were at the heart of every decision.

Focus Areas: Event branding, strategic communications, PR, advocacy, stakeholder engagement

Impact: Engaged 1,000+ Rotarians from over 20 countries; raised $500,000 in support of Rotary’s SDG-aligned initiatives across peacebuilding, health, education, and community development

Sector: Global Service & Nonprofit Leadership

Communication and Media

Eastern Africa Alliance for Carbon Markets & Climate Finance – GIZ

I led the development and execution of a bold communications strategy for the Eastern Africa Alliance, supported by GIZ. This included brand identity design, website development, content strategy, and editorial leadership for 18 Country Carbon Market Reports. The result was a unified, high-impact narrative that elevated the project’s visibility and engagement across the region.

Focus Areas: Climate communication, carbon markets, strategic branding, stakeholder engagement

Impact: Advised on executive-level communications at COP 23, guided multi-stakeholder partnerships, and positioned the Alliance as a key player in climate policy and finance. Contributed to SDG 13 (Climate Action), SDG 17 (Partnerships), and SDG 11 (Sustainable Communities)

Sector: Carbon Markets, Climate Finance, Environmental Policy

Communication and Media

GIZ – Sustainable Resource Use in Refugee Settings (RUWASS)

As part of GIZ’s RUWASS project in Imvepi and Rhino Camp, I led strategic communications, content creation, and data-driven storytelling to highlight sustainable energy, agroforestry, and WASH initiatives in refugee contexts. I developed detailed reports, organized stakeholder meetings, and managed communications with partners like the World Agroforestry Center, Assigma, and AIDEnvironment. My work ensured message alignment, improved visibility, and strengthened advocacy across key sectors.

Focus Areas: Sustainable resource management, energy access, WASH, humanitarian communication

Impact: Produced in-depth, data-backed reports featuring beneficiary stories, sector trends, and actionable insights, contributing to more informed decision-making and enhanced visibility at project and policy levels

Sectors: Environment, Humanitarian Assistance, Renewable Energy

Communications, Media and Research

Plan International – Safer Cities Campaign (Phases 1 & 2)

I led the Safer Cities campaign for Plan International Uganda, in collaboration with UN-HABITAT, developing a comprehensive communication and visibility strategy focused on advocacy, youth engagement, and communication for development. The campaign championed safer urban spaces for girls and young women, combining grassroots mobilization with high-level policy advocacy. It gained international recognition, winning the Advocacy International World Savers Initiative Award, and secured funding for future phases.

Focus Areas: Girl empowerment, urban safety, public advocacy, strategic communications

Impact: Reached 6M+ viewers, 800,000+ daily public transport users in Kampala, and directly engaged 300 project beneficiaries and 450 community champions

Sector: Girl Child Empowerment, Education, Urban Safety

Branding and Communications

UNDP – Environment and Natural Resources (ENR) Secretariat

In partnership with UNDP and Uganda’s Ministry of Water and Environment, I led the development of the ENR Secretariat’s brand identity and messaging strategy. This included coordinating a multi-sectoral workshop for stakeholder validation, and producing a sector advocacy song and video to boost visibility and public engagement.

Focus Areas: Environmental communication, stakeholder engagement, branding, multimedia advocacy

Impact: Launched a unified ENR identity, strengthening cross-sector collaboration and enhancing the sector’s public image through strategic, creative communication tools

Sector: Environment and Natural Resources