Angie GichimuAG
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Angie Gichimu

@angiegichimu

Accomplished corporate communications and marketing professional with extensive experience.

Kenya

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values strategic communication, fosters creativity, and offers opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

I am an accomplished corporate communications and marketing professional with over a decade of experience driving strategic messaging, stakeholder engagement, and brand positioning across various industries. My proven ability to lead integrated communication strategies aligns business objectives with audience needs, fostering positive brand perception. I successfully led corporate communications and project communications efforts for multi-market campaigns, achieving a 25% increase in advocacy across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania for Chloride Solar.

My expertise encompasses media relations, reputation management, internal and external communications, and executive messaging. I have a strong background in content development, public relations, and thought leadership initiatives that elevate brand visibility and stakeholder trust. I am adept at engaging cross-functional teams, managing strategic partnerships, and leading impactful campaigns for global brands, including Safaricom PLC and Chloride Exide. I am passionate about leveraging my extensive expertise to drive marketing and communication success and support strategic growth in communications leadership roles.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

CE

Regional Marketing and Communications Lead

Chloride Exide

Oct 2017 - Aug 2023 (5 years 10 months)

Led marketing and corporate communications strategies for Chloride Exide, enhancing brand equity and customer engagement. Managed internal communications and stakeholder engagement initiatives, resulting in increased media coverage and improved ROI on a $2M budget. Developed audience-focused content and coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure effective campaign execution.

SS

Brand Partner

Scanad Kenya (WPP ScanGroup)

Aug 2014 - Sep 2017 (3 years 1 month)

Managed corporate brand communications for Safaricom PLC, executing multi-channel advertising campaigns that increased brand visibility and product engagement. Directed creative teams and improved project turnaround times while ensuring high-quality deliverables and maintaining strong client relationships.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Chartered Institute of Public Relations logoCR

Chartered Institute of Public Relations

Professional PR Diploma, Public Relations

2021 - 2022

Professional PR Diploma, focusing on public relations strategies, media relations, and effective communication techniques.

Chartered Institute of Marketing logoCM

Chartered Institute of Marketing

Diploma in Professional Marketing, Marketing

2019 - 2021

Diploma in Professional Marketing, covering essential marketing principles, strategies, and practices in a professional context.

Kampala International University logoKU

Kampala International University

Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communication

2006 - 2009

Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication, focusing on the principles of communication, media studies, and public relations.

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