Cynthia is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in resource mobilization, strategic communication, and program coordination across health, migration, and development sectors. She excels in crafting compelling narratives, securing funding, and enhancing stakeholder engagement to drive impactful initiatives.
Expertise in developing compelling proposals and narratives to secure funding from donors and partners.
Proficient in creating impactful communication materials, capturing stories, and translating complex ideas into clear messages.
Experienced in managing multi-sector programs, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and stakeholder engagement.
Skilled in translating program data into policy-relevant narratives to influence decision-makers.
Independent Consultant
Lead development of concept notes, full proposals, and donor briefs, translating programme priorities into compelling, fundable narratives aligned with institutional and philanthropic audiences. Identify and assess funding opportunities, shaping strategic messaging and positioning for diverse donor frameworks. Support organizations in programme documentation and donor reporting, synthesizing complex information into clear, structured content. Facilitate and moderate workshops and stakeholder dialogues, capturing key insights and translating them into actionable outputs. Provide short-term advisory on communication, knowledge products, and programme visibility
Achievers Kenya (NGO)
Serve as Resource Mobilization and Relationships Lead, strengthening storytelling and positioning for fundraising and partnerships. Develop narrative-driven proposals and briefs integrating rights-based and youth-focused approaches
GIZ (German Technical Cooperation)
Led regional initiatives addressing migration, translating complex field realities into compelling narratives for policy and advocacy.. Drafted donor reports and proposals, distilling programme data into clear, engaging content for international stakeholders.. Facilitated high-level dialogues with partners (IOM, UNODC, governments), capturing and synthesizing insights into actionable narratives.. Contributed to knowledge products and communication materials shaping regional migration discourse.. Coordinated multi-country engagements across teams and time zones.
Post -graduate Course
M. A.
B. A.
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Proficient in using M&E tools like LogFrame and Theory of Change for tracking program impact.
GIZ (German Technical Cooperation)
Developed communication and visibility materials highlighting programme impact for donors and partners.. Captured field stories and translated them into structured narratives for reporting and advocacy.. Facilitated mentorship and youth engagement sessions, strengthening storytelling and voice among marginalized groups.. Collaborated with diverse stakeholders to shape inclusive programme messaging.
GIZ Health Sector Programme (German Technical Cooperation)
Prepared advocacy material on rights-based health financing models aimed at improving equitable access to SRHR and health services under Kenya’s Universal Health Coverage (UHC) agenda.. Translated technical health financing concepts into accessible communication materials for policy and community audiences. Facilitated workshops and stakeholder dialogues, synthesizing discussions into structured outputs. Supported development of advocacy messaging on SRHR and equitable access
Independent Consultant (Ministry of Health, Kenya)
Engaged by the Ministry of Health (Kenya) to coordinate the HAKI Programme (Health for All Kenyans through Innovation), focused on rights-based access to quality healthcare.. Designed youth engagement strategies focused on communicating health rights and access.. Led community awareness initiatives using narrative-driven approaches.. Produced programme communication materials supporting national policy processes.. Prepared timely programme narrative reports in line with donor guidelines.
KfW (German Development Bank)
Contributed to the design and delivery of gender-responsive health financing and reproductive health programmes, with strong focus on sustainability and community outreach.. Developed community-focused communication campaigns on reproductive health. Supported donor reporting and programme documentation, translating implementation insights into structured narratives
KfW (German Development Bank)
Supported the Regional Director in knowledge management for a diverse project portfolio across health, education, and water/sanitation sectors.. Supported programme coordination and documentation across sectors. Contributed to internal reporting and communication processes
