Judith Lumumba

A results-driven communications and digital media professional with hands-on experience in strategic communication, social impact storytelling, advocacy, and community engagement. Skilled in developing audience-centered content, managing social media platforms, executing campaigns, and driving visibility for mission-driven organizations. Passionate about amplifying community voices, supporting youth empowerment, and using communication as a tool for social change.

Communications & Executive Support at Inua Dada Foundation (2024-10 – 2025-03)

Led strategic communications and social media initiatives strengthening the foundation's visibility and advocacy voice.

• Led strategic communications and social media initiatives that strengthened the foundation's visibility and advocacy voice
• Developed and implemented the Q1 2025 communication strategy, increasing audience engagement by 5%
• Launched 'Dada Diaries,' the monthly newsletter recognized for strong engagement and donor response
• Created 'Inua Dada Voices,' a one-minute interview series amplifying the stories of girls, beneficiaries, and community leaders
• Structured and executed monthly advocacy campaigns, resulting in a 30% growth in awareness and community participation
• Produced compelling digital content on gender justice, menstrual health, and femicide awareness

Marketing Associate (Digital) at RITA Africa (2024-04 – 2024-08)

Increased RITA Africa's online presence through content strategies and stakeholder engagement supporting youth empowerment initiatives.

• Increased RITA Africa's online presence by developing and executing content strategies aligned with their mission to equip African youth with tech skills
• Implemented content and stakeholder engagement strategies supporting partnerships, training programs, and youth empowerment initiatives
• Amplified success stories and narratives around technology education and remote work opportunities
• Increased registrations for RITA's tech programs through targeted social media campaigns
• Ensured consistent messaging across digital platforms, strengthening brand visibility

Digital Communications Manager at Varal Consultancy (2021-06 – 2022-11)

Led implementation of social media best practices and crisis management through strategic communication.

• Led implementation of social media best practices through A/B testing, competitive analysis, and monitoring
• Prevented crises by managing proactive communication, social listening, and media monitoring
• Strengthened brand presence through consistent digital content production and community engagement
• Managed and scheduled content, contributing to a 10% growth in followers

Public Communications Officer at Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation (2019-10 – 2020-10)

Supported public communication initiatives and content development for the Ministry.

• Edited and merged service charters for the Ministry and State Department of Irrigation
• Contributed to the development of a complaints management infrastructure
• Supported public communication initiatives and content development

Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communication (Public Relations & Advertising) – Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) – Asumbi Girls High School