Noella M. Mutanda M-PRSK(K), M-CIPR (UK)
Senior Corporate Communications, Media, Public Education & Brand Specialist
Nairobi
Summary
With over 22 years of experience spanning corporate, development, and media sectors, I am a seasoned Corporate Communications practitioner adept at brand building and storytelling. As the former Senior Corporate Communications Manager at Kenya’s Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA), I led comprehensive strategies in Corporate Communication, Media Relations, Brand Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Crisis Communication, and Public Education/Advocacy Campaigns. Leveraging my background in Journalism, Corporate Communications, Economics, and Management, I have established and institutionalized functional Communication Departments, overseeing their development and execution. I am skilled in crafting and implementing departmental work plans, budgets, and procurement strategies. A passionate advocate for strategy and governance, I excel in distilling complex information into digestible content. My leadership fosters collaboration, goal setting, and momentum generation to achieve shared objectives. With a diverse work history across multiple countries, I bring a flexible skill set to adapt to new environments seamlessly.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Manager - Corporate Communications
Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) Kenya
01.2004 - 02.2024
- Establishment of Corporate Communications Department and Strategic Platforms
- Thematic Communication and Public Education/Advocacy Campaigns.
- Development and Implementation of Key Strategies and Policies
- Stakeholder Engagement Strategy and Content Development
- Multimedia Communication and Material Production
- Executive Publication Development and Panel Moderation
- Innovative Outreach Initiatives
- Media Engagement and Thought Leadership
- Milestone Anniversary Celebration
Member - Task Force on Improvement of Government I
Ministry Of Information, Communications And Techno
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Publication and Submission of "Winning Public Trust" Guidebook
- Policy and Legal Review for Public Communication
- Staffing Guide Development for Public Communication Offices
- Recommendations for Institutional and Operational Enhancement
Communication Consultant
Aga Khan Foundation (CREATE Project)
07.2007 - 12.2008
- Establishment of Communications Unit and Plan
- Creation of "Success Stories" Documentation
- Development and Dissemination of Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) Materials
Information/Research Officer
Kenya Investment Authority
11.2001 - 05.2007
- Successful Funding Proposal for Board Capacity Building
- Establishment of Public Relations Unit at Kenya Investment Authority
- Successful Organization of Investment Delegations/Forums
Journalist/Reporter
Standard Media Group Kenya
03.2001 - 11.2001
- Strategic Story Concept Planning and Research.
- Versatile Copy Creation on Diverse Subjects.
- Continuous Learning and Trend Monitoring.
- Effective Interview Conduct for News Reporting and Feature Writing.
Education
Master’s Degree - Corporate Communication -
Daystar University
Nairobi, Kenya 04.2001 - 04.2014
Bachelor’s Degree - Economics and Communication - undefined
University of Nairobi (UON)
Diploma in Journalism - undefined
Kenya Institute of Mass Communication (KIMC)
Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing -
Simon Page College of Marketing (Kenya)
Skills
Advertisement and Media Buying
Advocacy and Public Education Campaigns
Stakeholder Engagement and Management
Brand Reputation and Crisis Communication
Partnerships and Collaboration
Customer Relations Management
Corporate Sustainability and Social Responsibility
Event Management
Advertisement and Media Buying
Affiliations
- Public Relations Society of Kenya (PRSK), 2009
- Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) – United Kingdom, 2019
Training
- Strategic Leadership Development Programme, Kenya School of Government, 2023
- Fellow - Leadership Program for Financial Inclusion, The Fletcher School - Tufts University, USA, 2022
- Senior Management Course, Kenya School of Government, 2021
- Senior Management Development Programme, Eastern and Southern Management Institute (ESAMI), 2018
Timeline
Member - Task Force on Improvement of Government I
Ministry Of Information, Communications And Techno
01.2019 - 12.2019
Communication Consultant
Aga Khan Foundation (CREATE Project)
07.2007 - 12.2008
Senior Manager - Corporate Communications
Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) Kenya
01.2004 - 02.2024
Information/Research Officer
Kenya Investment Authority
11.2001 - 05.2007
Master’s Degree - Corporate Communication -
Daystar University
04.2001 - 04.2014
Journalist/Reporter
Standard Media Group Kenya
03.2001 - 11.2001
Bachelor’s Degree - Economics and Communication - undefined
University of Nairobi (UON)
Diploma in Journalism - undefined
Kenya Institute of Mass Communication (KIMC)
Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing -
Simon Page College of Marketing (Kenya)