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IRIGOGA CHARLOTTE

@irigogacharlotte

Communications Consultant at NELSAP-CU advancing visibility for Nile Basin water and energy projects.

At NELSAP-CU, I lead communications and stakeholder engagement for regional water and energy infrastructure projects across Nile Basin countries. I coordinate outreach and reporting for projects including the Nile Basin Dam Safety Risk Management Framework, Rusumo Hydropower Project, and Angololo Water Resources Development Project.

Previously, I led communications at the Rwanda High Commission in Kampala and designed digital campaigns at Rwanda Revenue Authority that increased public engagement by 25%. My work spans policy briefs, media relations, digital content, and stakeholder engagement in diplomatic and multilateral settings.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Communications Consultant

Current

Nile Equatorial Lakes Subsidiary Action Program Coordination

Mar 2025 - Present (1 year 8 months)

Lead communications and stakeholder engagement for World Bank and AfDF-funded regional water and energy infrastructure projects across Nile Basin countries. Coordinate visibility, outreach, and reporting for projects such as the Nile Basin Dam Safety Risk Management Framework, Rusumo Hydropower Project, and Angololo Water Resources Development Project.

Strategic Communications Stakeholder Engagement Media Relations Content Development Social Media Event Communications Knowledge Management Project Reporting

Communication Director

Rwanda High Commission

Dec 2019 - Feb 2025 (5 years 2 months)

Led the development and execution of the Commission's communication strategy, promoting bilateral cooperation and regional visibility. Drafted high-level talking points, policy briefs, newsletters, and press materials in coordination with diplomatic leadership.

Strategic Communications Media Relations Policy Briefs Press Materials Stakeholder Management Foreign Policy Monitoring and Analytics

Senior Public Relations Officer

Rwanda Revenue Authority

Mar 2017 - Nov 2019 (2 years 8 months)

Designed and implemented digital communication campaigns that increased public engagement by 25%. Developed media partnerships, supervised online branding, and trained internal teams in digital content strategy.

Digital Communication Campaign Management Media Partnerships Online Branding Content Strategy Training Newsletters Explainer Videos

Communication Officer

Rwanda High Commission

Jan 2015 - Mar 2017 (2 years 2 months)

Produced regular analysis on political, diplomatic, and economic developments relevant to Rwanda's bilateral interests. Crafted media advisories and messaging for consular and cultural activities, and engaged local press to increase positive coverage.

Political Analysis Media Advisories Media Engagement Social Media Monitoring Sentiment Analysis Communication Skills

Assistant Communication and Advocacy Officer

Association of Microfinance Institutions in Rwanda

Mar 2014 - Dec 2014 (9 months)

Led the production of knowledge products and stakeholder communications. Supported strategic visibility efforts through multi-platform storytelling, branding, and reporting.

Knowledge Management Stakeholder Communication Storytelling Branding Reporting