Phyllis Chilekwa
Communications Professional
Waterloo, Belgium
Summary
Professional Communications expert with over 10years of experience in devising successful media strategies and orchestrating special events. Meticulous in managing and carrying out special events by arranging for media presence, composing written documents, booking photographers, reserving event venues and preparing eye-catching graphics. Highly adept in authoring speeches, press releases and marketing materials.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Press Secretary
Embassy Of The Republic Of Zambia
02.2017 - Current
- AND PUBLIC RELATIONS – EMBASSY OF ZAMBIA, Official liaison officer between the Embassy and the Media – Zambia and the Missions’ countries of extra accreditation Plan and execute all Embassy's media and communications and activities Lead and direct development of effective and creative press and media strategies Develop and maintain relations with press and media Write and disseminate press releases and speeches for the Head of Mission Updating the official website, executing social media posts, and coordinating tele-town halls Promote and project a favorable image of the country to the international community Create and develop promotional materials for the enhancement of the country’s visibility to the international community Collect timely information relevant to the formulation and implementation of the country’s foreign policy Represent the Embassy at various Bilateral and Multilateral meetings
INFORMATION OFFICER
National Project For Poverty Reduction
01.2012 - 12.2016
- NATIONAL PROJECT FOR POVERTY REDUCTION Official organization’s spokesperson Plan and coordinate all Press and Public Relations activities Develop creative communications ideas and designs to meet organization’s objectives Develop concepts and design materials for prints and digital projects including web and social media content Write speeches for organization’s Board chairman, press releases and responses to press queries Keeping abreast of emerging technologies in the media, particularly client-based approaches in maximizing their needs Manage organization’s social media platforms and Website Ensure timely archiving of all organization’s activities by video, still picture and/or media reports Carry out timely and effectively the production of brochures, video and documentaries meant for information dissemination
NEWS WRITER
Muvi TV
09.2010 - 12.2011
- AND NEWS WRITTER – MUVI TV Develop news ideas Conduct and record news interviews Record, Write news stories and scripts for reports Produce concise and accurate copy according to house style Work closely with news team, photographers, and editors to produce quality news Build contacts to maintain flow of news Seek out and investigate stories via contacts
- Press release and other media
- PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Accountable Diligent and organized Ethical and loyal Punctual Flexible Team player Technologically competent
- Creative Problem solver Good customer care relations, communication, and interpersonal skills
Education
Bachelor Of Arts Degree - Public Relations
CAVENDISH UNIVERSITY
Zambia08.2023
Certificate in Diplomatic Practice, Protocol, and International Relations - undefined
ZAMBIA INSTITUTE FOR DIPLOMACY AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
2017
Diploma - Journalism
EVELYN HONE COLLEGE OF APPLIED ARTS AND COMMERCE
Lusaka, Zambia06.2010
Skills
- Media Communications and Relations
- Program Planning
- Advertising Agency Collaboration
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Event Management
- Crisis Communication
Certification
1050 Ixelles
BRUSSELS - BELGIUM
PERSONAL DETAILS
NAME: Phyllis Chilekwa
DATE OF BIRTH: June 24, 1988
SEX: Female
NATIONALITY: Zambian
CONTACT NUMBER: +32467676265
Affiliations
Embassy of the Republic of Zambia
Avenue Moliere 469
Timeline
Press Secretary
Embassy Of The Republic Of Zambia
02.2017 - Current
INFORMATION OFFICER
National Project For Poverty Reduction
01.2012 - 12.2016
NEWS WRITER
Muvi TV
09.2010 - 12.2011
Bachelor Of Arts Degree - Public Relations
CAVENDISH UNIVERSITY
Certificate in Diplomatic Practice, Protocol, and International Relations - undefined
ZAMBIA INSTITUTE FOR DIPLOMACY AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
Diploma - Journalism
EVELYN HONE COLLEGE OF APPLIED ARTS AND COMMERCE
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