Karin Gasser

Consultant , None (International)

Nairobi, Kenya

Strategic communication and design for business and development impact.
I help organisations strengthen their positioning with clear communication, visual consistency, and purpose-driven campaigns. Whether for businesses carving out niches or development actors driving engagement, I craft strategies, designs and digital tools that reflect unique strengths, aligned to real-world audiences

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Area of Expertise:
  • Communications, Media, Knowledge Management, Editor
Professional Experience:

SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE

COWATER INTERNATIONAL – EU FRAMEWORK CONTRACT
Design and Communications Consultant | 2024–2025
- Spearheaded the creation of high-impact value chain infographics and factsheets for EU Delegation programmes in Tanzania
- Aligned and streamlined complex technical content across cross-functional teams under intense time pressure
- Drove consistent narrative development through multiple iterations, ensuring high-quality final deliverables

GFA CONSULTING GROUP – PEOPLE TO PEOPLE CONTRACT
Digital Communications Consultant | 2023–2024
- Led communications and social media strategy for four major AU-EU initiatives (MAISHA Dance, FISHKA Football Cup, AU-EU Champions, AU-EU Communications Training)
- Orchestrated the development of visual identities, event branding, websites, concept notes, and integrated campaigns
- Coordinated multi-stakeholder content development and cross-team engagement across diverse project teams

ENTREPRENEURIAL EXPERIENCE

PAGE ONE SEO & ONLINE MARKETING LTD
Founder / Creative Lead | 2015–Present
www.karingasser.com

- Designed and delivered custom websites and branding strategies for SMEs and NGOs across sectors
- Pioneered the integration of AI workflows to streamline brand content creation, SEO optimization, and social media campaigns

EARLIER EXPERIENCE (BEFORE 2015)

UN-HABITAT
- Developed and launched websites for key programme initiatives supporting urban development

MICROSOFT4AFRICA
- Built and deployed a digital mentorship platform connecting young African entrepreneurs with global mentors

USAID
- Designed a community-based tourism marketing strategy for Kenya’s coastal hinterland, supporting anti-poaching and conservation efforts

Education:

Mag. Phil., Educational Sciences, Philosophy & French (With teaching diploma) UNIVERSITY OF VIENNA/ AUSTRIA

Available for:

  • Consulting assignments
  • Being headhunted – make me an offer

Years of Experience:

More than 20 years

Highest Qualification:

Masters

Languages:

English, French, German

Nationality:

Austria