Hauwa Bukar Kumshe
Jimeta Yola,Adamawa
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Media and Communications Specialist with over 9 years of progressive experience in strategic communications, media relations, advocacy, and donor-focused visibility within humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding contexts. Adept at leading communications strategies that amplify impact, strengthen organizational visibility, and engage diverse audiences. Skilled in developing human-interest stories, documentaries, social media campaigns, and high-level advocacy materials that influence decision-making and policy. Strong expertise in stakeholder engagement, public speaking, event management, content creation, and digital media. Proven ability to manage communications teams, build donor confidence, and position organizations as leaders in their fields.
Passionate about using storytelling as a catalyst for social change, particularly in the areas of child protection, education advocacy, women’s empowerment, peacebuilding, and community transformation.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work history
Project coordinator
Center for Advocacy and Transparency (CATAI)
Yola, Adamawa
12.2022 - Current
- Designed and implemented advocacy and visibility strategies promoting education, child rights, and girls’ empowerment.
- Produced weekly radio programs, fliers, sensitisation videos, and awareness campaigns that aligned with donor branding standards.
- Led high-level advocacy engagements with government and community stakeholders, securing greater attention to education policy.
- Served as compere and spokesperson for organizational and sector-wide events.
- Coordinated project planning, reporting, budget monitoring, and donor compliance processes.
- Strengthened the organization’s external communications presence, ensuring impactful messaging across platforms.
Executive Director
Voiceover by Hauwa Ultimate Services
Yola, Adamawa
12.2022 - Current
- Founded and manage a media consultancy delivering voiceover, documentary production, scriptwriting, translation, and training services.
- Produced impactful documentaries for NGOs, INGOs, and government agencies, amplifying community voices and donor visibility.
- Delivered voiceovers and campaign content for humanitarian and development partners.
- Designed and facilitated capacity-building trainings for media officers on storytelling, ethical reporting, and digital content creation.
- Offered end-to-end services including photography, videography, transcription, and content editing.
- Acted as communications consultant and compere for advocacy events, public campaigns, and strategic dialogues.
Media Fellow
Search for Common Ground
Yola, Adamawa
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Led media interventions aimed at reducing farmer–herder conflict in Adamawa State.
- Produced and anchored weekly radio programs addressing peacebuilding, youth engagement, and conflict-sensitive issues.
- Designed and managed social media campaigns raising awareness among youth and policymakers.
- Trained journalists on conflict-sensitive reporting and ethical media practices.
- Produced human-interest stories showcasing peacebuilding successes to influence local perceptions.
Radio Presenter
Kanem UNIMAID Radio
Maiduguri, Borno State
12.2016 - 10.2019
- Anchored youth development and entertainment programs, engaging wide student audiences.
- Conducted live interviews with celebrities and thought leaders.
- Contributed to campus-based advocacy and community awareness through media content.
Radio Presenter
FM Gotel
Yola, Adamawa
12.2013 - 09.2016
- Anchored interactive talk shows with youth on social development issues.
- Produced radio programs on drug abuse prevention and youth empowerment.
- Conducted field interviews and coordinated outreach campaigns.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in English -
University of Maiduguri
Maiduguri /2013 - /2016
Diploma in Mass Communication -
University of Maiduguri
/2010 - /2012
Skills
- Strategic Communications & Media Relations
- Donor Visibility & Advocacy Campaigns
- Digital Media Strategy & Content Production
- Project & Event Management
- Policy & Stakeholder Engagement
- Public Speaking & Spokesperson Representation
- Storytelling, Scriptwriting & Editorial Oversight
- Photography, Videography & Documentary Production
- Training, Mentorship & Capacity Building
- Crisis Communication & Brand Management
Accomplishments
- Recognized by INGOs and local NGOs for producing impactful documentaries and visibility content.
- Selected Media Fellow, Search for Common Ground – for excellence in conflict-sensitive media programming.
- Frequent compere and spokesperson for advocacy, education, and peacebuilding events across Adamawa State.
Languages
English
Fluent
Hausa
Fluent
Kanuri
Fluent
References
References available upon request.
Technical Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Audition)
- Digital Content Production & Editing
- Social Media Management & Analytics
- Web Content Management
Timeline
Project coordinator
Center for Advocacy and Transparency (CATAI)
12.2022 - Current
Executive Director
Voiceover by Hauwa Ultimate Services
12.2022 - Current
Media Fellow
Search for Common Ground
10.2021 - 07.2022
Radio Presenter
Kanem UNIMAID Radio
12.2016 - 10.2019
Radio Presenter
FM Gotel
12.2013 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Arts in English -
University of Maiduguri
/2013 - /2016
Diploma in Mass Communication -
University of Maiduguri
/2010 - /2012