Yusuph Kombo Kamote
Dar Es Salaam
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in public administration and institutional governance, strategic communication, and media relations. Demonstrates proficiency in policy, political, and economic analysis, providing executive and senior leadership support. Skilled in performance management, reporting, and ensuring public sector compliance and accountability. Adept at content strategy, editorial leadership, research, analysis, and strategic advisory. Excels in stakeholder engagement and coordination with a strong command of ICT and computer applications. Committed to leveraging skills for impactful contributions to organisational success.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work history
Customer Marketing Trainee
Access Bank Tanzania
- Supported brand awareness by creating and implementing innovative marketing strategies.
- Coordinated public relations activities including press releases with a view to bolstering company reputation.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of successful product launches for increased sales.
- Contributed to market research projects with detailed competitor analysis.
Sales & Marketing Officer
Three Apples Group Limited
- Fostered long-lasting relationships with key industry influencers, growing professional network.
- Piloted unique promotional campaigns to generate interest in new products.
- Spearheaded multiple high-stakes negotiations, securing profitable deals for the company.
- Implemented successful marketing plans, increasing brand awareness amongst target demographics.
- Streamlined customer service procedures to amplify client satisfaction rates.
- Boosted brand visibility by implementing innovative marketing strategies.
Human Resources Trainee
Tanzania Ports Authority
- Maintained open lines of communication with all staff members ensuring a positive work culture.
- Updated company policies, increased staff adherence.
- Managed leave requests from employees ensuring balance between organisational needs and personal time-off requirements.
- Monitored adherence to labour laws with regular audits and inspections for legal compliance.
- Improved employee training with innovative development programmes.
- Administered benefits packages, increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
- Increased staff morale by arranging team building activities.
Principal Administrative Officer (Grade One)
Workers Compensation Fund (WCF)
03.2025 - 01.2026
- Providing strategic administrative leadership to support institutional governance and operational effectiveness
- Ensuring compliance with public service laws, regulations, and internal control systems
- Supporting performance management, reporting, and institutional coordination
- Advising management on administrative, governance, and compliance-related matters
Principal Communications Officer (Grade One)
Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Led strategic communication initiatives and institutional messaging
- Supported senior management in public communication and stakeholder engagement
- Strengthened communication systems aligned with government standards
Personal Assistant to the President – Media & Communications Affairs
President’s Office – United Republic of Tanzania
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Advised the President on media, communication, and public messaging strategies
- Developed communication strategies, messaging frameworks, and long-range communication plans
- Coordinated presidential communications across Cabinet Ministries and Government Agencies
- Oversaw presidential speeches, broadcasts, interviews, and media engagements
- Prepared the President for press conferences and high-level media interactions
- Served as a media, political, and communications analyst to the Presidency
Head of Content & Assistant to the Managing Director
Joseph Kussaga Media Entities
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Led development and implementation of integrated content and editorial strategies
- Established content governance frameworks, brand standards, and editorial structures
- Conducted research, surveys, and market intelligence analysis
- Oversaw social media content, audience engagement, and performance metrics
- Collaborated with marketing and sales teams to support business growth
Senior Producer & Acting Program Manager
Clouds Plus TV & Classic FM 103.3
10.2019 - 12.2021
- Designed, produced, and managed flagship television programs
- Led channel programming, content innovation, and audience growth strategies
- Played a key role in transforming the channel from entertainment to infotainment
- Managed teams and aligned production plans with corporate strategy
- (Acting Program Manager: December 2019 – March 2020)
Assistant Program Manager / Assistant Channel Manager
Star TV & Star TV Africa
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Managed daily operations of television channels
- Led content research, program restructuring, and audience engagement strategies
- Coordinated marketing, branding, and business development initiatives
- Supervised production teams and ensured operational efficiency
Senior Producer & Presenter / Assistant Chief Producer
Sahara Media Group Limited
08.2014 - 05.2017
- Produced and hosted high-profile political and economic programs
- Conducted exclusive political interviews and live broadcasts
- Coordinated production teams and supervised editorial content
- Played a key role in launching new programs during national election periods
Education
MBA - Corporate Management
Mzumbe University
Dar Es Salaam 12.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science & Philosophy, International Relations
University of Dar Es Salaam
Dar Es Salaam 11.2013
High School Diploma -
St. Matthews Secondary School
Pwani02.2010
High School Diploma - Arts
Minaki Secondary School
Pwani10.2007
Primary Education - undefined
SabaSaba Primary School
Skills
- Public Administration & Institutional Governance
- Strategic Communication & Media Relations
- Policy, Political & Economic Analysis
- Executive & Senior Leadership Support
- Performance Management & Reporting
- Public Sector Compliance & Accountability
- Content Strategy & Editorial Leadership
- Research, Analysis & Strategic Advisory
- Stakeholder Engagement & Coordination
- ICT & Computer Applications
Languages
Swahili
English
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 1989-02-24
- Nationality: Tanzanian
- Marital status: Married
Timeline
Principal Administrative Officer (Grade One)
Workers Compensation Fund (WCF)
03.2025 - 01.2026
Principal Communications Officer (Grade One)
Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)
01.2025 - 03.2025
Personal Assistant to the President – Media & Communications Affairs
President’s Office – United Republic of Tanzania
09.2023 - 01.2025
Head of Content & Assistant to the Managing Director
Joseph Kussaga Media Entities
01.2022 - 09.2023
Senior Producer & Acting Program Manager
Clouds Plus TV & Classic FM 103.3
10.2019 - 12.2021
Assistant Program Manager / Assistant Channel Manager
Star TV & Star TV Africa
04.2019 - 09.2019
Senior Producer & Presenter / Assistant Chief Producer
Sahara Media Group Limited
08.2014 - 05.2017
Primary Education - undefined
SabaSaba Primary School
Customer Marketing Trainee
Access Bank Tanzania
Sales & Marketing Officer
Three Apples Group Limited
Human Resources Trainee
Tanzania Ports Authority
MBA - Corporate Management
Mzumbe University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science & Philosophy, International Relations
University of Dar Es Salaam
High School Diploma -
St. Matthews Secondary School
High School Diploma - Arts
Minaki Secondary School