Edward Githae

EDWARD MUTURI GITHAE 📍 Nairobi, Kenya | ✉-| ☎ - | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-githae-m-prsk-100914b/ PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Dynamic and results-driven editor, strategic communications consultant, and media leader with 15+ years of experience shaping editorial vision, driving communications strategy, and leading high-impact projects across East Africa. Proven record of: • Transforming publications into market leaders (spearheaded shift of The New Times from bi-weekly to daily, launched new titles and special projects). • Scaling impact for international NGOs, including SNV and FAWE, through strategic communications, fundraising, and advocacy campaigns. • Entrepreneurship and leadership, as a Tony Elumelu Foundation Fellow, leading innovative media initiatives and consulting for private sector and development organisations. • Adept at managing multicultural teams, delivering compelling narratives, and aligning communications with business and social impact goals. CORE COMPETENCIES • Editorial Strategy & Leadership • Strategic Communications & Advocacy • Media Relations & Crisis Communication • Project & Stakeholder Management • Digital & Print Content Production • Team Leadership & Training • Fundraising & Donor Engagement • Cross-Cultural Negotiations • Languages: English, Swahili PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Consultant | Iliad Media Ltd (formerly Interactive Business Communications), Nairobi 2015 – Present • Spearheaded company direction, strategy, and investor engagement, aligning operations with modern media trends. • Built a strong organisational culture by coaching teams and fostering innovation. • Designed and implemented revenue-boosting strategies, including cost optimisation and product diversification. • Represented company in high-level investor and stakeholder negotiations. Key Achievement: Selected as a Tony Elumelu Foundation Fellow (2016), joining Africa’s top 1,000 entrepreneurs for leadership training and venture funding. Independent Communications Consultant | Rwanda 2014 • Delivered strategic communications services to diverse clients, enhancing organisational visibility and brand reputation. • Provided advisory on budget-conscious communication strategies that drove efficiency and results. • Built strong client relations, ensuring delivery of projects on-time and within budget. Chief Sub-Editor & Management Committee Member | The New Times Publications, Kigali 2011 – 2013 • Led copy desks, overseeing editing, style, and quality control. • Directed editorial coverage to align with organisational vision and reader needs. • Collaborated with photo and design teams to elevate story presentation. • Mentored and trained editorial staff. In-House Communications Consultant | SNV Rwanda 2007 – 2010 • Managed all communications and PR activities, ensuring consistent messaging and global brand alignment. • Produced newsletters, reports, and advocacy materials used in international forums. • Organised high-profile events and media engagements. Achievement: Contributed articles to the SNV Global Newsletter, amplifying Rwanda’s work to global stakeholders. Communications Officer | Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE Rwanda) 2006 – 2007 • Designed advocacy campaigns on girls’ education, leading to increased visibility and donor engagement. • Negotiated and secured funding from USAID, DFID, CHF International, and FAWE Secretariat. • Scripted and produced film documentaries on girls’ education. • Launched and managed FAWE’s monthly e-newsletter, doubling digital engagement. Business Editor / Development Editor | The New Times, Kigali 2004 – 2006 • Oversaw launch of Business Times magazine and guided transformation of paper from bi-weekly to daily. • Supervised editorial staff, ensuring quality and accuracy. • Introduced sponsored content projects, increasing revenues by 150%. Communications Assistant (Intern → Officer) | ChildFund Kenya (formerly Christian Children’s Fund) 2001 – 2003 • Led website redesign and management, boosting organisational visibility. • Coordinated newsletters and branding, standardising communication outputs. • Supported senior staff in media engagement and event planning. Teacher, English & Literature | Ngiriambu Girls High School, Kenya 1997 – 1999 • Taught English and Literature, prepared curriculum, and mentored students. • Coached sports teams and managed extracurricular activities, building holistic student development. EDUCATION • Post-Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication (Credit) – University of Nairobi, School of Journalism • Bachelor of Education (English & Literature, Upper Second Class Honours) – Kenyatta University • Certificate in Investigative Journalism – United States International University (Africa) KEY HONOURS & RECOGNITION • Tony Elumelu Foundation Fellow (2016) – Recognised among Africa’s top 1,000 entrepreneurs. • Recognised for contribution to launch of Agahozo Shalom Village (Rwanda) through community assessment work. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP • Full Member – Public Relations Society of Kenya (PRSK) • Full Member- Media Council of Kenya INTERESTS Reading | Writing | Sports | Music | Travel