Yusuph B. Manning
Dar Es Salaam
Summary
A Mass Communication and Public Relations graduate, with expertise in Corporate Communications, Media Relations and International Affairs.
Has considerable experience in communication related tasks such as those involving innovating, designing, producing and disseminating messages aimed at specific groups to attain specific objectives.
Has also taught communication and media studies in several universities, performed a number of researches and got involved in several projects.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Lecturer & Faculty Planner
The Open University of Tanzania
10.2015 - Current
- Developed easy and open rapport with students to encourage engagement and academic progress.
- Supported positive image of university by being responsive and promptly responding to requests and inquiries.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
- Reviewed teaching activities and identified and implemented strategies to improve student learning outcomes.
- Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.
Communication Specialist & Assistant Lecturer
University of Dodoma
07.2015 - 10.2015
- Assisted with marketing strategy development to increase public awareness and customer engagement.
- Forged strong media relationships to further public relations goals.
- Wrote press releases for routine use and crisis management.
- Gathered information on customer opinions and adjusted plans to capitalize on current trends.
Sales Executive Officer
Coca Cola (Nyanza Bottling Company Limited)
09.2009 - 02.2012
- Designed and developed ideas for creative marketing campaigns and execution in conjunction with the communication department
- Collaborated with public relations department to communicate brand awareness and marketing efforts
- Planned and executed initiatives to reach the target audience through appropriate channels such as television, radio, newspapers and social media.
- Assisted in conducting market research to find answers about consumer requirements, habits and trends
- Supervised and distributed company promotional materials to selected customers
- Supervised and coordinated a special project to identify and assist clients located in remote areas and personally traveled to places like Musoma, Bunda, Rorya, Nyamongo, Mugumu, Sirari, Shirati and Ngara
Communications Officer
National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF)
06.2008 - 06.2009
- Created and implemented internal and external communication plans to establish consistent and timely messaging.
- Wrote content for press releases, website and social media campaigns.
- Coordinated and directed public relations activities to align with corporate strategic goals.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to design strategies for messaging and communications.
Education
Master of Arts - Mass Communication
St. Augustine University
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania11.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations & Marketing
St. Augustine University of Tanzania
Mwanza, Tanzania11.2011
Associate of Arts - Diploma - International Relations & Diplomacy
Center For Foreign Relations
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania03.2008
Skills
- Public Engagement
- Political Analysis
- Crisis Communications
- Communications Management
- Public Relations
Accomplishments
- Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences Planner (2022- to date)
- Head of Department, Journalism & Media Studies, OUT, (2019-2020)
- Co-founder and first Chairman of SAUT Public Relations Association (2009-2011)
- Executive Committee Member of SAUT Public Relations Association
Affiliations
Public Relations Association of Tanzania
SAUT Public Relations Association
Certification
ICDL- International Computer Driving LCDL- International Computer Driving License
Additional Information
Consultancies with:
WeWorld Tanzania (12th November – 20th November 2020)
Facilitating capacity building workshop on “Media Strategy Development” to Civil Society Organisations from Mtwara, Kigoma and Mbeya
Tanzania Development Information Organization (10th August – 11th November 2020)
Facilitating Capacity Building workshop on “Media for Peacebuilding” to Community Radio Managers and Young Journalists all over Tanzania
Timeline
Assistant Lecturer & Faculty Planner
The Open University of Tanzania
10.2015 - Current
Communication Specialist & Assistant Lecturer
University of Dodoma
07.2015 - 10.2015
Sales Executive Officer
Coca Cola (Nyanza Bottling Company Limited)
09.2009 - 02.2012
Communications Officer
National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF)
06.2008 - 06.2009
Master of Arts - Mass Communication
St. Augustine University
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations & Marketing
St. Augustine University of Tanzania
Associate of Arts - Diploma - International Relations & Diplomacy
Center For Foreign Relations
ICDL- International Computer Driving LCDL- International Computer Driving License
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