sharon nakahenze
@sharonnakayenze
Experienced Communication Specialist with a focus on humanitarian impact.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced Communication Specialist with over 8 years of expertise in humanitarian communications, media development, and project coordination across East Africa. My career has been dedicated to directing strategic communication initiatives for refugee programs, successfully reaching out to over 5,000 beneficiaries and collaborating with esteemed organizations such as UNHCR and Church World Service. I have a proven track record of leading content creation and knowledge dissemination campaigns that significantly increased stakeholder engagement and improved internal processes.
Throughout my career, I have managed cross-border communications and regional storytelling initiatives, enhancing partner visibility through digital and multimedia platforms. My role as a Refugee Communication Specialist involved developing standardized communication protocols that improved information accuracy and reduced response delays. I am passionate about applying my skills in a remote or hybrid role that supports impact-driven organizations, where I can continue to make a difference in the lives of those in need.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Refugee Communication Specialist
Church World Service
Jan 2024 - Mar 2025 (1 year 2 months)
Managed communication with international and domestic partners, maintaining a 98% on-time response rate and spearheading standardized communication protocols. Represented CWS in field missions across Uganda and Kenya, supporting internal training and contributing to cross-functional communication strategies. Provided rapid-response support for field-level communication issues and initiated cross-d
Senior Caseworker
Church World Service
Oct 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 2 months)
Managed a caseload of clients, achieving a 91% case closure rate and conducting intake assessments to tailor individualized self-sufficiency plans. Mentored junior staff and interns, leading to a 32% increase in team productivity and ensuring compliance with donor requirements during audits. Led documentation accuracy efforts and advocated for clients in multi-disciplinary meetings.
Caseworker
Church World Service
Oct 2022 - Sep 2023 (11 months)
Completed refugee case interviews with 98% documentation accuracy, conducting in-depth biometric and background checks aligned with U.S. resettlement standards. Coordinated field missions and virtual case processing operations, maintaining and updating case data in START and ProGres databases. Compiled comprehensive case files for adjudication and led enhancements in case scheduling processes.
Administrative Assistant & Project Consultant
Craydel Kenya Limited
Feb 2021 - Dec 2021 (10 months)
Managed daily scheduling requests, coordinated internal and external meetings, and handled email and phone correspondence for a 10-person office. Maintained filing systems and electronic databases, reducing document retrieval time through improved organization. Developed and maintained project plans, monitored progress using tools like Trello and Asana, and resolved operational bottlenecks.
Research Assistant & Projects Support
Socialight Media Ltd
Sep 2015 - Nov 2018 (3 years 2 months)
Supported research initiatives and provided project assistance within the media sector. Contributed to various projects, ensuring smooth operations and data collection.
Education
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Uganda Christian University
Bachelor of Laws, Law
Completed a comprehensive curriculum covering various aspects of legal theory and practice. Gained expertise in areas such as constitutional law, criminal law, and international law, preparing for a career in the legal field.
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