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Jefry Makumbe

@jefrymakumbe

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Experienced journalist and communications specialist driving strategic content and engagement.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I seek a strategic communications role where I can lead content initiatives, grow audience engagement, mentor teams, and contribute to organisational impact within a collaborative culture.

I am an experienced journalist and communications professional with a strong track record in media, content development, and strategic communications. I have led multimedia production teams and developed campaigns that increased audience engagement and brand awareness.

My background spans broadcast production, social media management, digital content creation, and public information campaigns, including secondment to the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission for voter education during the 2023 harmonised elections. I hold advanced degrees in journalism and media studies and practical certification in digital marketing.

I bring creative, analytical, and detail-oriented strengths, and I am passionate about producing high-quality, audience-centred content that supports organisational goals and public engagement.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Communications Officer

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Harare Institute of Technology

Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 9 months)

Developed and implemented strategic communication plans and multimedia content that increased website traffic and social media follower growth; led cross-functional teams to produce videos, infographics, e-streams and podcasts with consistent messaging.

Strategic Communications Content Development Social Media Management Video Editing Digital Marketing Stakeholder Engagement Brand Management

Social Media Content Manager

Zimbabwe Electoral Commission

Mar 2023 - Sep 2023 (6 months)

Developed and managed social media content for the August 2023 harmonised elections, launched the ZEC Ballot Bulletin on WhatsApp to inform voters and raised public awareness on electoral processes.

Social Media Strategy Content Development WhatsApp Broadcasting Voter Education Community Engagement Messaging

Communications Technician

Harare Institute of Technology

Nov 2011 - Dec 2015 (4 years 1 month)

Supported communications operations and technical production activities, contributing to multimedia content creation and broadcast-quality deliverables across institute channels.

Video Editing Live Streaming Audio Production Technical Support Adobe Creative Suite Final Cut Pro Photography

Television Producer

Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation

Oct 2008 - Mar 2010 (1 year 5 months)

Spearheaded TV programme concepts (e.g., This is Football, Saturday & Sunday Sport), driving a 20% viewership increase through production oversight, talent partnerships and team management.

Team Leadership Outside Broadcasting Audience Growth Budget Management Scheduling

Video Editor

Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation

Jan 2002 - Sep 2003 (1 year 8 months)

Edited and sequenced broadcast video projects, ensured audio-visual synchronization and quality control, and delivered polished content on tight deadlines.

Video Editing Storyboarding Quality Control Final Cut Pro Time Management Technical Troubleshooting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Afrodigital Pan University

Pan Degree Certificate, Digital Marketing

2024 - 2025

Pan Degree Certificate in Practical Digital Marketing completed between December 2024 and April 2025.

National University of Science and Technology

Master of Science, Journalism and Media Studies

2017 - 2019

Master of Science in Journalism and Media Studies with a thesis on the role of mainstream media in promoting environmental awareness in Zimbabwe.

Voronezh State University

Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Radio and Television Journalism

2004 - 2008

Grade: First Class

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Radio & Television Journalism with a thesis on Internet journalism in African countries and the development of The Herald Online.