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Rachel Ombaka

@rachelombaka

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Seasoned editor and communications specialist delivering accurate, engaging digital content.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek editorial roles where I can maintain high journalistic standards, lead digital content strategy, and mentor writers within a fast-paced, ethics-driven newsroom.

I am a detail-oriented editor and communications specialist with over 15 years' experience in journalism, editorial leadership, and digital content production. I consistently produce polished copy, enforce style guidelines, and ensure factual integrity across breaking news, analysis, and features.

At The Africa Report I review, edit, and proofread contributions while producing short commentary and SEO-optimized headlines, collaborating with regional and remote contributors to maintain consistent tone and accuracy.

Previously I oversaw digital news content and live reporting at Citizen TV, developing content calendars, enforcing house style, and using analytics to refine headlines and formats. I have a strong track record in fact-checking, headline writing, and managing multiple stories under tight deadlines.

I hold a BSc in Information Technology, am pursuing a Master’s in Communication Studies, and have certificates in Media Management and Journalism; I am committed to upholding journalistic ethics and high editorial standards.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Writer and Sub-Editor

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The Africa Report

Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 8 months)

Review and edit features, analysis, and commentary to ensure factual accuracy and alignment with style guidelines; produce short commentary and SEO-optimized headlines while managing multiple stories under tight deadlines.

Copy Editing Fact Checking Proofreading CMS Editorial Standards Remote Collaboration

Digital Writer and Sub-Editor

Citizen TV

Jan 2018 - Jan 2021 (3 years)

Oversaw digital news content and live reports, enforced house style and performed fact-checking of statistics and quotes, and developed content calendars and SEO-oriented headlines based on analytics.

Digital Journalism Fact Checking SEO Social Media Analytics

Writer and Online Sub-Editor

Refugees United

Jan 2014 - Jan 2015 (1 year)

Fact-checked content for mobile, newsletters, and web; ensured accuracy of quotes, data, and attributions and coordinated with partners to verify claims aligned with program objectives.

Fact Checking Coordination Content

Online Writer and Sub-Editor

Nation Media Group

Jan 2008 - Jan 2014 (6 years)

Proofread and edited articles for grammar and style, pioneered social media engagement strategies and SEO-focused headlines, and managed multiple digital platforms under tight deadlines.

Proofreading Copy Editing Social Media Strategy CMS Digital Publishing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

United States International University

Master of Arts, Communication Studies

Master's in Communication Studies program in progress at United States International University, focusing on communication theory and applied media practice.