Damian Igwe
Corporate Affairs
Asaba
Summary
Experienced innovative Corporate Communications expert with a demonstrated history of working in Fast Moving Consumer Goods Industries. Bringing is tested cognate experience in stakeholder management, Regulatory & Public Affairs, and Government relations. Strong media and communication professional skilled in Corporate Communications, Copy writing, Press Releases, and Event Management. Proven skill in sustainability, CSR and advocacy initiatives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Corporate Affairs Manager
International Breweries Plc (Proud part of Anheuser-Busch InBev)
Onitsha
10.2021 - Current
- Ensuring sustainability of the business by protecting the company’s reputation and license to trade by management and liaisons with regulatory authorities by keeping abreast of changing regulatory policies.
- Development of comprehensive stakeholder map and ensuring active engagement with stakeholder by scanning regulatory environment to ensure no surprises, identify potential gaps and reputational risks.
- Safeguard the company’s Compliance policy by constant training of the staff on relevant policies.
- Leveraging media and internal communications to build and manage external stakeholders’ relationship.
- Constant intelligence gathering on regulatory and excise environment and evaluating same to ensure no impact to the business.
- Lead and manage the corporate social investment of the company by implementing initiatives that improve the company’s reputation through community-based initiatives.
- Manage and facilitate media relations to leverage same in crisis situations to minimize reputational damage and restore stakeholders confidence.
- Active internal engagement and relations with other business functions to ensure company’s internal operations are conducted within the relevant regulatory framework to minimize regulatory infractions.
- Coordination and execution of global sustainability initiatives to give positive visibility to the company.
- Management of the company's licenses and permits database to ensure same are up to date.
- Leading advocacy to the government in the event of unsuitable government policy that will have adverse impact to the business.
Corporate Communications Manager
Krisoral Group of Companies
Onitsha
01.2014 - 10.2021
- Created and delivered press releases, media relations content, executive bios, corporate newsletter content, social media content, and speaking proposals
- Generated events articles for publication in the print and online media
- Created copies for the company’s products
- Managed the company's general online presence, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Linked, Google Maps and Google pages etc
- Managed the company's Web Hosting and Domains and liaises with Hosting Company and Domain Registrar to ensure SLA compliance and timely renewal of the domains
- Managed the Company-wide Microsoft 365 products especially SharePoint and Exchange and ensures services are running optimally
- Handled subscription payment and new license acquisition
- Created of billboard ad campaigns for the company's products reflecting the relevant messages intended to convey
- Liaised with relevant authorities for vetting of advert and flex banner installation permits.
Product Development Officer/Coordinator
Krisoral Group of Companies
Onitsha
10.2012 - 01.2014
- Planned and coordinated product development activities to ensure timely completion
- Coordinated with management to make critical decisions related to product developments
- Reviewed product designs and recommended changes to management
- Provided assistance to product designer and development teams
- Maintained consistency and accuracy of information flow between design, development and merchandising teams
- Provided guidance in product upgrades to meet changing business demands
- Oversaw product development activities within allotted budget and timeline
- Scheduled regular meetings to discuss about new product ideas and issues
Management Trainee
Eastern Distilleries & Food Industries Limited
Onitsha
11.2011 - 10.2012
- Submitted Quota Returns and processed CERPAC for the company's expatriates to the Nigerian Immigration Service
- Kept records of Vehicle license, Procured new ones and renewed expired license
- Provided administrative and business support to the CEO and support other members of the executive management team
- Maintained CEO's calendar plan and schedule meetings, conferences and travel
- Negotiated favorable terms and pricing agreements with resorts, vendors and other providers for service at special events
- Enhanced communication between manufacturing department and executive team, fostering a sense of teamwork and collaboration
- Drafted and edited executive-level presentations, memorandums, and correspondence
- Wrote correspondence; proofed and edited press releases and other documents to ensure accuracy and consistency
- Updated and maintained CEO's calendar, completely re-organized the library, and assisted managers with special projects as needed, including building renovations and office move.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Awka, Anambra State 06.2005 - 03.2009
Skills
Digital Marketingundefined
Accomplishments
- Developed and implemented a novel sustainability initiative thereby increasing the company's reputation.
- Collaborated with the team in implementing the Responsible Beverage Service programme.
Affiliations
Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) (Associate Member)
Nigeria Institute of Public Relations (In view)
Awards
Won the Anheuser Busch InBev Legal & Corporate Affairs Award of the Luminary - Living the best of us
Work Availability
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Timeline
Corporate Affairs Manager
International Breweries Plc (Proud part of Anheuser-Busch InBev)
10.2021 - Current
Corporate Communications Manager
Krisoral Group of Companies
01.2014 - 10.2021
Product Development Officer/Coordinator
Krisoral Group of Companies
10.2012 - 01.2014
Management Trainee
Eastern Distilleries & Food Industries Limited
11.2011 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
06.2005 - 03.2009
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