Paul Ntambara
Kigali
Summary
Communications Analyst with expertise in strategic communication. Master’s degree in media and development. Extensive experience in the media sector, including internships in China and the UK. Passionate about combating information disorder.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Communications Analyst
Rwanda Development Board
Kigali
01.2019 - Current
- Utilize expertise to develop and execute corporate communication strategies.
- Developed and executed communication strategies for RDB's important activities.
- Developed strong media relations to enhance positive coverage and public image.
- Created and distributed internal newsletter and employee communications to update staff on corporate events and programs.
- Managed and upheld corporate image, brand, and identity.
- Designed and edited promotional publications.
- Successfully managed and coordinated media interviews resulting in positive publicity.
- Drafted speeches and scheduled interviews for top executives.
Director
Rwanda Governance Board
Kigali
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Streamlined media coordination processes
- Coordinated and oversaw the production of the Rwanda Media Barometer.
- Coordinated media capacity building initiatives.
Intern
The Times UK
London
01.2016 - 02.2016
- Collaborated with social media desk to curate engaging content for various social media platforms
- Participated in strategic editorial meetings to develop and outline content plans
- Conducted extensive research for the Register Desk
Senior Report| Editor
The New Times Publications
01.2006 - 01.2014
- Edited, fact-checked, and proofread numerous articles.
- Managed various writing and editing tasks under pressure while meeting deadlines.
- Suggested improvements to articles to enhance readership.
- Contributed to the decision-making process alongside the editor-in-chief in curating journal content and selecting topics for special issues.
- Closely collaborated with graphic, photo, and video teams to strategize and create captivating content.
- Assigned specific topics, events, and stories to individual writers or reporters for their coverage.
- Conducted weekly team meetings to brainstorm creative publication ideas and evaluate employee suggestions.
Resident Foreign correspondent
China-Africa Press Centre
Beijing
01.2014
- Traveled to over 10 provinces in China for ten months, reporting on stories of interest to Rwanda from the field.
- Analyzed and interpreted news, current issues, and personal experiences to develop ideas and material for columns or commentaries.
Professional attachment
Xinhuanet
Beijing
01.2014
- Collaborated with editors to create impactful news content
- Collaborated with editorial team to strategize content during meetings
China Daily, Columnist
China Daily
Beijing
01.2014
- Analyzed and interpreted news, current issues, and personal experiences to develop ideas and material for columns or commentaries.
Education
MA - Media and Development
University of Westminster
London, UK01.2016
BA - Literature
University of Rwanda
RwandaSkills
- Excellent communication
- Journalistic writing skills
- Familiarity with both the private and public communication/media sector
- Proven leadership
- Human management skills
- Time-efficient
- Systematic working methodology
- Rapid adaptability to new problem-solving methods
Affiliations
- Communication for Development (C4D) Coordinator, Rwanda Chapter
- Chevening Alumni, Rwanda
Personal Information
Nationality: Rwandan
Languages
- English, Fluent, Fluent, Fluent
- French, Intermediate, Intermediate, Intermediate
- Kinyarwanda, Native, Native, Native
Countryexperience
- Europe: UK
- Asia: China
- Africa: Uganda, Burundi, Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Zimbabwe, Morocco
Consultancyexperience
- 2021, Evaluation of Digital Livelihoods program with Shanoma Consulting International
- 2020, End-line evaluation of Fojo Institute volunteer program at the School of Journalism and Communication, University of Rwanda, Rwanda
- 2018, Societal Healing and Participatory Governance Program (SHPG) Evaluation, Never Again Rwanda, SIDA, Rwanda
- 2018, Developing a Communication Strategy for Rwanda Governance Board, Rwanda
Awards
- 2014, Fellowship, China-Africa Media Centre
- 2015, Chevening Scholarship
- 2023, Chevening Fellowship
Volunteer Experience
- 01/01/2018, present, Board member, SHIBUKA NGO
- 01/01/2001, 01/01/2007, Founder, Rotaract Club of Kigali Institute of Education
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Communications Analyst
Rwanda Development Board
01.2019 - Current
Intern
The Times UK
01.2016 - 02.2016
Director
Rwanda Governance Board
01.2015 - 01.2019
Resident Foreign correspondent
China-Africa Press Centre
01.2014
Professional attachment
Xinhuanet
01.2014
China Daily, Columnist
China Daily
01.2014
Senior Report| Editor
The New Times Publications
01.2006 - 01.2014
MA - Media and Development
University of Westminster
BA - Literature
University of Rwanda
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