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Patience Folley

Patience Folley

Accra

Summary


Seasoned communication professional well-versed in media, online and crisis communication strategies. Experienced in updating social media and websites, writing press releases and managing events. Skilled in pitching stories and engaging media to promote specific organizational priorities.




Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Communication and Public Information Officer

UNHCR
07.2018 - Current
  • Managed UNHCR Ghana website and social media accounts applying communication strategies and branding to maintain consistent voice and presence.
  • Compellingly telling the refugee story through web stories and documentaries
  • Managed routine and crisis communications with media and members of public.
  • Pitched stories to media organizations to promote company interests.
  • Set up interviews to field media requests.
  • Managed all major official events

Communication Consultant

UNICEF
06.2017 - 09.2017
  • Monitored effectiveness of various campaigns and communication strategies.
  • Supported media engagements of the organization by arranging media interviews where critical issues of priority to the Agency were discussed
  • I was instrumental in working with an App developer to design a mobile App (MyU) for the use of staff
  • Enhanced media statements and presentations before sending to general public or media organizations.
  • Engaged with different external actors including government and various implementing partners for the welfare of children
  • Helped with content development for the website

Communication Officer

British High Commission
02.2012 - 05.2012
  • Developed and executed comprehensive communications strategies to increase brand awareness and engagement.
  • I handled many high-profile media events under the communications strategy including planning media and publicity activities for the London 2012 Olympic games, the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, and the Queen's Birthday Party
  • Wrote content for press releases, website and social media campaigns.

Humanitarian Coordination Officer

UN Resident Coordinator's Office
04.2011 - 12.2011
  • I was the focal point for the UN Central Emergency Relief Fund (CERF) fundraising efforts in 2011. We submitted a robust application, which resulted in the allocation of 2.5 million dollars to the UN Country Team to support the influx of Ivorian refugees to Ghana.
  • Worked with several UN Agencies and government actors on various emergencies including participating in assessment missions
  • Developing and sharing regular situation reports with all key stakeholders on different emegencies

Lecturer, Broadcast Journalism, Media Ethics

Jayee University College
09.2010 - 06.2011
  • Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences for students.
  • Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
  • I was assigned the role of internship coordinator where I prepared students for internships with various media houses

Broadcast Journalist

Citi FM (OMNIMEDIA)
05.2006 - 09.2008
  • Wrote pieces and news stories for publication.
  • Conducted comprehensive research and developed targeted questions for use in guest interviews.
  • Produced compelling stories for broadcasting on radio and digital platforms.
  • Presented the news on air
  • Worked collaboratively with news team on various documentaries.
  • Sound editing

Education

Master of Arts - Communication Studies

University of Ghana
Accra, Ghana
05.2009

Bachelor of Arts - English And Linguistics

University of Ghana
Accra
05.2005

High School Diploma -

Ghana Institute of Journlism
Accra

Skills

  • Media Relations
  • Website Management
  • Producing Media Materials including press releases
  • Event Planning and Management
  • Social Media Management
  • Talking Points preparation
  • Crisis Communications
  • Media Monitoring
  • Story Pitching
  • Press Coverage
  • Website Copy
  • Communication Strategies

Languages

French
Elementary (A2)

Timeline

Communication and Public Information Officer

UNHCR
07.2018 - Current

Communication Consultant

UNICEF
06.2017 - 09.2017

Communication Officer

British High Commission
02.2012 - 05.2012

Humanitarian Coordination Officer

UN Resident Coordinator's Office
04.2011 - 12.2011

Lecturer, Broadcast Journalism, Media Ethics

Jayee University College
09.2010 - 06.2011

Broadcast Journalist

Citi FM (OMNIMEDIA)
05.2006 - 09.2008

Master of Arts - Communication Studies

University of Ghana

Bachelor of Arts - English And Linguistics

University of Ghana

High School Diploma -

Ghana Institute of Journlism

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