Cindy Sipula
Lusaka,09
Summary
Knowledgeable Public Relations Officer bringing with over eight years experience in the journalism and communication industry.
Excellent writing and communication skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Communications and Public Relations Officer
The United Church of Zambia
07.2022 - Current
- Implementation of communication strategy, preparation and coordination of communication materials.
- Executed social media plans to create cohesive online presence.
- Supported executive leadership by crafting speeches and presentations that effectively communicated the Church's values and vision.
- Managed crisis communications, effectively mitigating potential damage to the institution's image.
Information Officer
Zambia News and Information Services
08.2017 - 06.2022
- Head of the department responsible for news writing, news gathering, and general reporting.
- Conducted outreach campaigns and events to reach specific populations.
- Improved information dissemination by streamlining internal communication processes.
Station Manager
Feel Free Radio Station
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Managed a team of 20 people, ensuring the station's viability and relevance.
- Managed day to day operations including programming, staff management and technical staff.
- Spearheaded the promotion of the radio station through marketing campaigns, social media interactions etc.
News Editor
IwWave Radio
09.2014 - 01.2016
- Managed approximately 10 clients per day.
- Edited approximately 15 news stories per day.
- Boosted online engagement by incorporating multimedia elements into news stories.
- Conceptualized, pitched, assigned and monitored stories from origination to publication.
Education
Candidate of MSc in Climate Change and Sustainable Development -
Mulungushi University
Kabwe, Zambia01.2025
Graduated with a Merit -
Cavendish University Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia01.2019
Diploma in Journalism -
Evelyn Hone College
Lusaka, Zambia01.2012
General Certificate of Education -
Chipembi Girls
Chisamba01.2007
Junior Certificate of Education -
Chipembi Girls
Chisamba01.2004
Skills
- Good time management
- Ability to understand and interpret complex situations
- Proficiency in Microsoft office
- Ability to plan effectively
- Stakeholder relationship management
- Community Relations
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 04/09/89
- Gender: Female
- Religion: Christian
Awards
- 2023, Isu Elihle Media Award Finalist
- 2023, Zero Carbon Africa Fellow
- 2022, Women in News Fellow
- 2022, Environmental and Climate Change Award Winner
- 2022, Most Outstanding Media Report on Climate Change
- 2022, ASACC Climate Change Media Award winner
- 2021, Agenda 2063 Media Pitch Zone Winner
- 2021, Media Institute for Southern Africa (MISA) Zambia Golden Print Media Award Recipient
- 2021, Best Social Protection Media Award Recipient
- 2021, Earth Journalism Network Indigenous Story Grant recipient
- 2018, National Water Supply and Sanitation Council Best Television Media Award winner
- 2018, Northern Province Expo Best Television Media Award winner
References
- Dyson Goma, The Communications Secretary, The United Church of Zambia, +260977805538, mwasegoma@gmail.com
- Rosaria Lubumbashi, Editor in Chief, Zambia News and Information Services, +260966260720, roselubambashi@gmail.com
- Benwell Mwale, Lecturer/Consultant, Cavendish University Zambia, 0977403112, bcmwale@cavendish.co.zm
Hobbies and Interests
- Traveling
- Learning new things
- Meeting different people
- Reading educative piece of literature
- Cooking
Affiliations
- Zambia Institute and Public Relations and Communications (ZIPRC)
Timeline
Communications and Public Relations Officer
The United Church of Zambia
07.2022 - Current
Information Officer
Zambia News and Information Services
08.2017 - 06.2022
Station Manager
Feel Free Radio Station
08.2016 - 08.2017
News Editor
IwWave Radio
09.2014 - 01.2016
Candidate of MSc in Climate Change and Sustainable Development -
Mulungushi University
Graduated with a Merit -
Cavendish University Zambia
Diploma in Journalism -
Evelyn Hone College
General Certificate of Education -
Chipembi Girls
Junior Certificate of Education -
Chipembi Girls