Michael Okun Oliech
@michaelokunoliech
Digital communication leader driving social change through strategic narrative and advocacy.
What I'm looking for
I’m a purpose-driven communications professional with a background in development studies and a passion for digital media. Over the past decade, I’ve helped organizations develop and implement innovative communication strategies, amplify campaigns, and create narratives that drive social change.
As a Digital Communication Lead, I bring people together to learn the power of narrative and communication, then turn knowledge into collective strategic comms actions that advance sexual health and reproductive rights in Kenya. I also use my expertise to challenge the status quo by designing new futures through effective communication and strategic advocacy.
In senior communications roles across youth-centered and public-health focused organizations, I’ve supported evidence-based rights information, streamlined digital health and innovation efforts to avoid duplication, and strengthened online engagement through media engagement, digital campaigns, and content management. I combine creative and innovative thinking with strategic and critical thinking, relationship management, and complex problem solving—backed by masters and bachelor degrees in communication and media technology, plus digital marketing and content marketing training.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Social Media Lead
Stories to Action
Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)
Provided social media leadership for Stories to Action (consultant), supporting delivery of social change communications.
Regional Social Media Officer
China Dialogue Trust
Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)
Worked as Regional Social Media Officer for Africa (consultant), supporting social media engagement and content activities.
Communications Officer (Consultant)
Rural Agency for Community Development and Assistance
Jan 2019 - Present (7 years 3 months)
Served as a communications officer (consultant) supporting communication for development initiatives.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Maseno University
Master of Arts, Communication and media technology
2017 - 2022
Earned a Master of Arts at Maseno University, focused on communication and media technology.
Maseno University
Bachelor of Arts, Development Studies
2013 - 2016
Earned a Bachelor of Arts at Maseno University with a focus on development studies.
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