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Policy development and communication campaigns professional with a decade of experience in policy development and advocacy, community development, corporate communications, and public speaking. My knowledge gained through social work over the years has enhanced my appreciation of the operations of CSOs/NGOs and media within the framework of social development. |
 Contact FELIX ADDO
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Area of Expertise: |
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Administration, Management, Finance/Accounting, Procurement
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Capacity Building, Training, Advocacy
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Communications, Media, Knowledge Management, Editor
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Government, Governance, Reforms
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Monitoring, Evaluation, Policy, Research, Analysis
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Professional Experience: |
Good Governance Africa August 2016 – January 2019
Communication & Media Relations Officer Accra, Ghana
• Developed a comprehensive set of frameworks, templates, guidelines, and protocols for communication and coordination with internal (members of staff) and external stakeholders (CSOs, researchers, regulatory/government agencies, and policymakers).
• Interfaced with other Good Governance Africa regional research communication/media staff to ensure consistent communication and published materials meet the GGA standards.
• Designed social advocacy creatives and managed communication content for media publications (TV, Radio, website, and social media handles).
• Worked together with the Programs Manager to ensure all events and training were properly planned, publicized, well-attended with the right media coverage.
• Moderated all GGA events, workshops, training, and community engagements.
Good Governance Africa August 2015 – August 2016
Research/Monitoring & Evaluation Officer Accra, Ghana
• Scoped, planned, developed, and led the evaluation of the methods and work of (Good Governance Africa) and carried out all the tasks involved in the evaluation, which included the provision of guidance to external consultants and other evaluation staff
• Developed data-collection instruments for all relevant data-collection modalities used in the evaluation (e.g., surveys, interview and focus group guides, desk review tools, direct observation forms)
• Drafted various documents, including draft and final reports, as well as background papers, analyses, guidelines, conference room papers, and other documents as needed
• Advised on policy development based on evaluation findings concerning program relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, and impact of the activities of the organization
• Liaised with GGA local coordinators on the progress of project activities and follow-up project reports, plans, and schedules.
McOttley Capital September 2014 – July 2015
National Service Person Accra, Ghana
• Worked directly with Head of Sales and Marketing to design marketing campaign concepts and activation creatives.
• Engaged clients on financial investment literacy and safe avenues for diversification of funds.
• Assisted with event planning and all outdoor events.
Innovare Africa August 2013 – February 2014
PR & Research Officer Accra, Ghana
• Collaborated with facilitators, sector partners, and corporate organizations to design tailor-made, effective capacity building/learning modules.
• Established and maintained positive, collaborative, and productive relationships with project staff, partners, and sector stakeholders, providing technical support as required.
• Developed and executed innovatively engaging PR campaigns/strategies which include but are not limited to graphics, videos, and audios on TV, radio, social media, and community engagement platforms.
• Researched and analyzed information gathered from diverse data sources and formulated convincing and well-substantiated conclusions and recommendations
• Articulated a data-analysis plan for the evaluation and individual data-collection modalities
Skynet Media April 2009 – May 2010
Communications Manager Accra, Ghana
• Analyzed, developed, implemented, and evaluated communication/marketing plans.
• Developed and circulated communication/marketing promotional content and materials to traditional and new media platforms.
• Established and maintained positive, collaborative, and productive relationships with staff, partners and sector stakeholders, and media firms.
• Supervised the creation and design of websites and promoted products & services online on behalf of clients.
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Education: |
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Master of Public Administration || B.A Communication Studies || Certificate, M&E || Certificate, Project Management || Executive Certificate, Corporate Leadership || Diploma, Broadcast Journalism
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