HAWA HILAL URUNGU
Dar es Salaam
Summary
Strategic communications and stakeholder engagement specialist with over seven years of experience in driving high-impact campaigns, ecosystem positioning, and multi-stakeholder advocacy across corporate, sustainability, and development sectors. Skilled in crafting compelling narratives, managing cross-sector partnerships, and leading visibility strategies that align with policy, innovation, and enterprise development goals. Proven success in fundraising, knowledge management, and digital engagement—particularly for programmes focused on inclusive growth, women’s economic empowerment, and innovation ecosystems. Currently leading CEOrt’s flagship programmes with a focus on national visibility, thought leadership, and ecosystem building.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2017
2017
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Project Manager
CEO Roundtable of Tanzania (CEOrt)
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Strategic Communications & Visibility: Designed and executed multi-platform content strategies to position CEOrt as a national thought leader.
- Programme Design & Storytelling: Launched the Think Equal Lead Smart initiative, training 200+ women-led MSMEs and developing compelling impact content.
- Resource Mobilization & Advocacy: Secured TZS 200 million through strategic partner engagement to support programme growth.
- Media & Ecosystem Engagement: Led digital campaigns and launched CEOrt’s Instagram; built strong media relationships and executed outreach strategies.
- Project Delivery & Impact Reporting: Achieved 99% on-time project delivery; delivered insight-driven reports aligned with key performance indicators.
- Innovation Ecosystem Engagement: Oversaw the CEO Apprenticeship Programme and Sustainability Training with GRI, deepening CEOrt’s leadership in ecosystem-building.
Senior Communications Consultant (Part-time)
Kengo Limited
01.2022 - 06.2025
- Developed 360-degree digital campaigns integrating social media, video, and influencer engagement.
- Led the communications consulting team, supporting clients across diverse sectors.
- Designed and implemented integrated communication strategies to strengthen brand positioning and stakeholder visibility.
- Developed high-impact content, including thought leadership pieces, campaign messaging, and sector reports.
- Managed stakeholder relations, including media outreach and influencer partnerships.
- Provided advisory services on crisis communication, reputation management, and CSR.
- Oversaw the production of multimedia content to boost client visibility.
Business Analyst → Associate Consultant → Advocacy & Communications Consultant
Africa Practice Tanzania
08.2018 - 07.2023
- Managed approx. GBP 76,000 in annual client accounts and secured GBP 48,000 in retained/new contracts.
- Developed advocacy strategies that helped clients resolve regulatory and operational barriers.
- Supported client engagement with government stakeholders and built narratives around market access and compliance.
- Created strategic communication materials including sustainability reports, position papers, press statements, and executive key messages.
- Enhanced brand visibility and stakeholder perception, increasing client brand warmth by 2%.
- Supported national launches and policy engagements, including in the finance and clean energy sectors.
- Organised high-level stakeholder events, vendor coordination, and media relations.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration and Development
Mzumbe University – Main Campus
GRI Sustainability Training Certificate - undefined
Skills
- Strategic Communications & Public Relations
- Digital Content Creation & Social Media Management
- Advocacy & Campaign Development
- Stakeholder Engagement & Influencer Management
- Project & Budget Management
- Multimedia Content Development
- Impact Reporting & Knowledge Management
- Innovation Ecosystem Engagement
Referees
- Sarah Majengo, Founder, Kengo Communications Ltd, sarah.majengo@kengo.co.tz
- Pereruan Kenana, TikTok Communication Lead, East Africa, pkenana@gmail.com
- Dickson Senzi, Senior Manager – External Affairs & Communication, Stanbic Bank, dickson.senzi@stanbic.co.tz
Timeline
Project Manager
CEO Roundtable of Tanzania (CEOrt)
08.2023 - 06.2025
Senior Communications Consultant (Part-time)
Kengo Limited
01.2022 - 06.2025
Business Analyst → Associate Consultant → Advocacy & Communications Consultant
Africa Practice Tanzania
08.2018 - 07.2023
GRI Sustainability Training Certificate - undefined
Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration and Development
Mzumbe University – Main Campus
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