Violah Nayebare

Provide strategic technical and coordination support for the implementation of the Insurance Literacy and Market Development Agenda (ILMDA), a five-year national initiative to strengthen insurance literacy and drive market development.

• Mobilised partnerships with public and private sector institutions and development partners through strategic stakeholder engagement, enhancing collaboration for the ILMDA.
• Established Technical Working Committee with representatives from 10 key institutions to strengthen coordination and collective implementation of insurance literacy and market development agenda.
• Developed and operationalized core programme management tools, including the ILMDA 2026 master Work Plan, implementation schedule, implementation tracker, and stakeholder mapping framework, enhancing implementation efficiency and accountability.
• Spearheaded resource mobilization efforts by identifying funding opportunities and developing high-quality fundraising concept notes to support programme sustainability.
• Prepared monthly progress reports and executive briefs to inform strategic decision-making and enhance programme oversight.

Provided strategic leadership for communications and knowledge management across The Hunger Project-Uganda's programmes, while leading communications for the Right2Grow Consortium. Right2Grow was a 5 year multi-country Consortium led programme seeking to ensure that every child reaches their full potential and no child under five is malnourished. It was funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs and implemented in Uganda, South Sudan, Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Mali and Bangladesh by THP as the Lead Partner, World Vision, Action against Hunger, Save the Children, CEGAA and MAX Foundation together with other national partners.

• Co-led global communications for the Right2Grow Consortium, coordinating communication strategies across six countries and enhancing global visibility of programme impact.
• Co-chaired The Hunger Project Global Youth Council, providing leadership in youth engagement, coordination, and contribution to global youth-focused strategies and initiatives.
• Contributed to the development of The Hunger Project Global Youth Policy, supporting youth inclusion and meaningful participation in organizational decision-making.
• Developed and implemented annual communications plans for The Hunger Project-Uganda, aligning communication priorities with programme objectives and advocacy goals to increase organizational visibility.
• Designed a five-year communications strategy for the Right2Grow Uganda programme, establishing a comprehensive framework for storytelling, advocacy communications, knowledge sharing, stakeholder engagement, and programme visibility.
• Contributed to the development and implementation of the Right2Grow advocacy agenda and strategy, supporting evidence-based advocacy efforts on nutrition, food security, WASH, and child well-being.
• Designed and launched an online storytelling course hosted on Mighty Networks, strengthening storytelling capacity among Right2Grow partners across multiple countries and enhancing the quality of programme documentation.
• Led strategic advocacy and social behaviour change communication campaigns, including the Zero Stunting Campaign, increasing public awareness, citizen engagement, and stakeholder action on nutrition and WASH issues.
• Directed content development and production of a national documentary capturing Right2Grow programme achievements across 10 districts, enhancing visibility, community engagement, and evidence-based storytelling.
• Built and managed strategic partnerships with key institutions, including the Ministry of Health and Parliament of Uganda, contributing to policy dialogue and advocacy efforts around national nutrition priorities, including the Food and Nutrition Bill.
• Established and strengthened digital communication platforms for The Hunger Project-Uganda and Right2Grow Consortium, including Facebook, X, and LinkedIn, increasing audience engagement and enhancing organizational visibility.
• Led strategic storytelling and knowledge management by documenting and publishing programme impact stories, case studies, articles, magazines, newsletters, annual reports, and media features across national and global platforms.
• Developed executive communication materials, including speeches, presentations, briefing notes, and talking points, enabling effective leadership engagement with government, donors, partners, and media.
• Coordinated media engagement strategies, including development of radio and television talking points, organization of media talk shows, preparation of press statements, and coordination of press conferences to enhance programme visibility.
• Led the development of communication and visibility materials, including IEC resources, branded materials, publications, and campaign assets to support advocacy, community engagement, and stakeholder outreach.
• Managed global content review and quality assurance processes, editing partner submissions from multiple countries to ensure consistency, accuracy, and alignment with Right2Grow communication standards.
• Established and managed an e-newsletter platform using Mailchimp, producing regular communications for Uganda and the global Right2Grow Consortium and strengthening engagement with strategic stakeholders, including government and development partners.
• Built communications capacity among district-level and national partners through training and mentorship of communications and visibility teams, strengthening local storytelling and advocacy outreach.
• Led planning and execution of high-profile national and sub-national events, including programme launches, advocacy engagements, and stakeholder forums, ensuring effective visibility and stakeholder participation.
• Coordinated virtual and physical stakeholder engagements, including meetings for The Hunger Project-Uganda, Right2Grow Consortium, and the Global Youth Council, enhancing collaboration and knowledge exchange.
• Reviewed partner reports and transformed programme evidence into compelling impact stories and knowledge products for publication on Right2Grow and other global platforms.

Led strategic communications and advocacy initiatives, including organizing a high-level press conference to promote girls' enrolment, retention, and completion of education.

• Developed the project's advocacy strategy and implementation plan, providing a strategic framework for stakeholder engagement and policy influence.
• Designed and disseminated advocacy and behaviour change communication messages, enhancing public awareness and engaging stakeholders in girls' education and women's economic empowerment.
• Mobilised and coordinated engagement with Wakiso District and Nansana Municipal leadership, strengthening government partnerships and fostering multi-sector collaboration.
• Provided communications and programme support for the Promoting Resilience in Education for Women's Economic Development (PREWEE) project, a one-year initiative funded by the Urgent Action Fund to advance women's economic empowerment and strengthen resilience through education.
• Supported successful project inception by editing the funding proposal and serving as the primary liaison with the donor throughout project implementation, ensuring effective communication and compliance.
• Produced high-quality programme documentation, including concept notes, budgets, invitations, technical reports, presentations, and other strategic communication materials that supported effective programme delivery.
• Documented programme impact through compelling human-interest stories and digital engagement, improving project visibility and ensuring donor accountability.
• Edited and quality-assured project reports and organizational publications, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to donor and organizational standards.
• Prepared executive-level presentations and briefing materials to support senior leadership engagement with government, development partners, and other key stakeholders.
• Authored and presented a technical paper advocating for the integration of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) interventions into government planning and budgeting processes, contributing to policy dialogue and stakeholder awareness.
• Represented the organization at high-level meetings, consultations, and multi-stakeholder forums, strengthening institutional visibility, partnerships, and advocacy efforts.
• Led the coordination of the organisation's website redesign, strengthening the organisation's digital presence and external visibility.

Developed and implemented integrated communications, advocacy, and social media strategies, increasing organisational visibility and fostering stakeholder engagement.

• Established and managed digital communication platforms, including Facebook and X, expanding online presence and improving audience engagement.
• Developed high-level presentations, briefing materials, and communication documents to support Executive Director engagements with partners, stakeholders, and external audiences.
• Provided strategic coordination support for organizational activities, ensuring effective planning, communication, stakeholder engagement, and timely execution of key initiatives.
• Led the development, editing, and refinement of project proposals and concept documents, ensuring alignment with donor requirements and organizational strategic priorities.
• Coordinated redesign of organisational website, improving digital visibility, accessibility, and information dissemination.

Provided strategic coordination, advocacy and communications support for the “Enhancing Public Awareness and Supporting Women’s Political Participation and Gender Equality” project, funded by UN Women, advancing advocacy efforts, public awareness, and stakeholder engagement to promote women’s leadership, political participation, and gender equality.

• Executed online campaign to raise awareness on ending gender-based violence, engaging diverse stakeholders.
• Managed social media platforms, increasing online audience by 400 followers on X and 508 followers on Facebook in 3 months.
• Set up Mailchimp account and published quarterly newsletters to enhance communication with stakeholders.
• Compiled success stories and social media posts that kept our communication channels active and updated.

• Established and managed new digital communication channels, including Instagram and YouTube, and spearheaded successful X chats and social media campaigns to increase public engagement and advocacy reach.
• Increased organizational social media following by 76% within one year, significantly expanding digital reach, audience engagement, and online visibility.
• Strengthened organizational communications capacity by training staff and Girls Not Brides members on branding, digital communication, and social media management, improving consistency and visibility across platforms.
• Managed strategic communication and relationship engagement with children sponsors, delivering timely updates and effective reporting to maintain partner confidence.
• Contributed to the expansion of the Sponsorship Programme, increasing the number of sponsors and beneficiary children by 65% through enhanced visibility, stakeholder engagement, and outreach efforts.
• Strengthened coordination and relationships between beneficiaries and organization, enhancing communication systems and engagement mechanisms for better stakeholder support.
• Led the development and launch of a new organizational website and established a quarterly e-newsletter platform, enhancing institutional visibility, information sharing, and stakeholder engagement.
• Supported improved educational outcomes for children under the Sponsorship Programme through targeted guidance, counselling, and support for children including those with special needs.
• Built and nurtured strategic online networks, fostering partnerships and volunteer opportunities that strengthened organizational sustainability and expanded outreach.

• Managed church’s digital presence on Facebook, creating and curating content to enhance online engagement.
• Coordinated multimedia content production, conducting interviews and developing scripts while providing creative direction to production teams.
• Strengthened storytelling and documentation approaches through effective content planning, editorial oversight, and visual communication strategies.
• Developed and executed strategic communication materials for the church, improving information sharing and community outreach.
• Led the development, design, and production of monthly key publications and annual magazines, documenting key milestones, activities, and impact.

Led community-based storytelling and documentation initiatives through interviews and documentary production, amplifying the voices and experiences of girls affected by sexual violence while supporting advocacy for their protection, recovery, and reintegration into education.

• Built trusted relationships with survivors of sexual violence and vulnerable girls, enhancing access to education opportunities and HIV treatment services while promoting dignity, resilience, and hope.
• Developed comprehensive communication plan for multi-partner project, ensuring coordinated messaging and effective stakeholder engagement across four implementing organisations.
• Developed and designed strategic communication and visibility materials, including pull-up banners, posters, calendars, and community information resources, enhancing awareness and outreach among target communities.
• Coordinated and participated in radio talk shows to raise awareness on project interventions, engage communities, and amplify advocacy messages.
• Created digital communication assets and graphic designs for social media campaigns, strengthening project visibility and communicating programme achievements.
• Wrote and published project stories in the Joy for Children quarterly e-Newsletter.
• Worked under the Supporting Children Opportunities through Protection and Empowerment project (SCOPE) funded by the World Bank.

• Led beneficiary interviews and community storytelling initiatives to capture lived experiences, programme outcomes, and evidence of impact for communication and reporting purposes.
• Documented and developed success stories showcasing impact of Joy for Children Uganda’s interventions, enhancing organisational visibility and stakeholder engagement.
• Conducted school-based outreach programmes educating children on rights and responsibilities, increasing awareness of child protection and empowerment.
• Developed and edited organizational articles, staff profiles, and communication materials to enhance public awareness and showcase institutional achievements.
• Monitored and synthesized relevant media coverage and sector developments, providing timely updates to inform organisational communication and advocacy efforts.
• Supported internal coordination by documenting organizational meetings, maintaining accurate records, and facilitating information sharing among teams.