JONATHAN KOJO

• Led strategic communications and marketing efforts to establish market linkages for women-owned SMEs in the agro-food and non-timber forest sectors.
• Mentored over 600 youth and women entrepreneurs in digital marketing, branding, and product development.
• Coordinated with donor agencies (UNICEF, UNDP, GIZ) to facilitate workshops, training sessions, and community outreach programs.
• Oversaw brand development to ensure clarity and consistency in all external-facing materials.

• Spearheaded technology adoption and data management across multiple agribusiness projects, ensuring consistent reporting and secure digital archiving.
• Developed and distributed training manuals and communication guides for staff, integrating gender-sensitive content.
• Oversaw internal communications using Slack and Google Workspace to streamline collaboration and improve operational efficiency.
• Crafted project messaging for social media channels, newsletters, and promotional materials to effectively engage project stakeholders.

• Appraising women groups and clients for loan applications.

• Preparing disbursement documents and subsequently disbursing loans to qualified candidates.

• Loan recoveries and assisting the credit officer in compiling reports.

• Entering Accounting Records.

• Conducted communications capacity-building sessions for households, women’s groups, and local communities to improve advocacy skills and digital storytelling
• Developed and facilitated workshops on branding, marketing, and social media management, enabling participants to effectively communicate their products and services
• Mentored family-owned businesses in devising strategies to increase visibility and sales through evidence-based promotional campaigns

• Served as Lead Trainer for Digital Marketing and Business Analytics, training entrepreneurs and youth in market research, brand positioning, and risk mitigation
• Created interactive e-learning modules for remote participants, broadening reach to underrepresented communities
• Provided data analysis and ICT support, helping startups optimize processes and leverage emerging technologies for business growth