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Rosie PIOTH

Brazzaville,Brazzaville

Summary

Experienced freelance journalist with a diverse background in television, radio broadcasting, printing, and online network management. Adept in digital media with a thorough understanding of industry best practices and procedures. Excellent oral and written communication skills for effectively conveying information to diverse audiences. Strong background in reporting, content creation, and multimedia journalism for impactful storytelling. Recognized for collaboration and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Hardworking and reliable journalist driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for developing and reporting engaging content. Expertise in writing, editing, and research with a focus on delivering compelling and accurate news.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Journalist

Freelance Writer
01.2018 - Current
  • Collect, process and report information in the form of articles, video, audio, or online reports
  • Take part in surveys and investigations on given subjects
  • Arrange for colleagues and foreign media in Congo
  • Carry out exclusive interviews and on-camera news presentations
  • Coverage of international events and bilateral meetings in the Republic of Congo
  • Several exclusive interviews with politicians, civil society, and the general public on various situations
  • Participation in investigations in collaboration with international organizations and/or media, some of which led to the withdrawal of operating permits for certain companies operating in the Republic of Congo
  • To truly be the voice of the voiceless and to convey their concerns through my reports
  • Covered high-profile events such as political elections and natural disasters, providing timely updates to readers.
  • Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
  • Developed story ideas and conducted interviews with industry experts and celebrities.
  • Wrote, edited and produced stories for Internet and digital channels.

Government Liaison Associate

United Nations High Commission For Refugees
04.2024 - 12.2024
  • Served as the primary point of contact, fostering strong relationships between internal teams and external partners.
  • Coordinated multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and alignment with organizational objectives.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, sharing insights with colleagues to drive continuous improvement efforts.
  • Maintained a high degree of professionalism at all times, representing the organization.
  • Proactively identified potential challenges or roadblocks within projects, formulating contingency plans to ensure success.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
  • Collaborated closely with department heads to identify opportunities for process improvement initiatives.
  • Improved interdepartmental collaboration with regular team building activities and open forums for discussion.

▪ Facilitate communication between UNHCR, government authorities and relevant actors.

▪ Establish close working relations with government officials, particularly within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

▪ Monitoring of issues relating to asylum seekers, stateless persons, and refugees

▪ Monitoring Policy and Operational Developments

▪ Regularly briefs UNHCR senior management on discussions with government authorities on various issues.

▪ Assist senior management in managing the challenges posed by the political context, developments with the government and issues related to humanitarian and development processes.

▪ Translated materials from English to French, and versus

▪ Regularly populate and update the department's database with the necessary stakeholder and customer information, including contact details, key stakeholder focus work, etc.

▪ Prepare a monthly briefing on the country's political news and the major policy decisions adopted by the government.

▪ Production of weekly notes and monthly summaries on key government news: reforms, draft legislation, etc. In sectors affecting our activities (basic services, economy) at national and local level when available, and produce a risk/opportunity analysis for UNHCR.

Communication Specialist Consultant

UNFPA, United Nations Population Fund
08.2023 - 04.2024
  • Conducted communications audits to identify areas of improvement and develop targeted action plans.
  • Provided administrative support to senior team members.
  • Wrote press releases for routine use and crisis management.
  • Coordinated successful events that fostered community connections and enhanced brand visibility.
  • Trained employees on effective communication techniques, improving overall team performance and collaboration.
  • Created engaging multimedia content such as infographics, videos, and blog posts to illustrate complex concepts in accessible manner.
  • Implemented crisis communication strategies to mitigate potential reputational damage and maintain stakeholder trust.
  • Developed key messaging frameworks that aligned with organizational values, mission, and vision.
  • Evaluated success of communication campaigns using analytics tools, refining future strategies based on insights gained.
  • Managed public relations efforts, securing positive media coverage and strengthening brand reputation.
  • Helped with photo and video production and performed visual and sound editing tasks.
  • Served as trusted advisor to senior leadership on matters related to internal messaging during times of organizational change.
  • Forged strong media relationships to further public relations goals.
  • Took photographs and videos during special events for promotional materials and social media pages.
  • Developed ideas and leads for new stories according to industry trends.
  • Maintained corporate website using content management systems and associated plugins.
  • Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to identify key messages and create compelling content for press releases and other materials.
  • Monitored media coverage and produced detailed reports to analyze impact of PR efforts.
  • Developed and implemented social media strategy to increase engagement and reach new audiences.
  • Produced and distributed brochures, newsletters and press kits.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with media representatives to secure widespread coverage and feature stories.
  • Coordinated media interviews with organization staff, board members and volunteers.
  • Prepared or edited organizational publications such as employee newsletters or stockholder reports for internal or external audiences.
  • Wrote press releases and other materials utilizing SEO practices.
  • Facilitated press conferences and other outreach events to raise visibility of organization.
  • Advocate for the support of UNFPA activities.
  • Focal point for communication between UNCT and UNFPA
  • Participate in WCARO regional communication meetings

▪ Implementation of online campaigns focusing on UNFPA themes such as positive masculinity, the fight against GBV, youth leadership and the importance of data.

▪ Managed the UNFPA communications strategy that helped Congo amplify its voice in the fight against sexual and gender-based violence.

▪ At the forefront of the fight against misinformation in the field of public health in general, and sexual and reproductive health in particular.

▪ Increased the number of followers on UNFPA Congo's social media platforms through an effective social media messaging strategy.

French Copywriter

Upstreams
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Company Overview: Greece
  • Meeting with Performance Marketing Team to discuss client requirements and background of mobile marketing campaign
  • Writing clear, persuasive, and original messages/scripts to advertise variety of products and services and engage consumers
  • Carefully proofreading to check spelling and grammar in English and French
  • Using company's CMS -Content Management Systems) daily
  • Keeping up to date with popular culture and trends
  • Greece
  • Customized brand message to reach and capture target audience interest and drive engagement.

Media and Public Relations Officer

United Bank of Africa (UBA Congo)
01.2018 - 01.2023
  • Media Relations
  • Writing of the daily press review
  • Writing of a monthly newsletter
  • Monitoring of the media
  • Writing of press releases, press kits
  • Crisis communication
  • Collaborated with public relations agencies to secure positive media coverage of the fashion brand''s initiatives.
  • Advised on reputational risks during decision-making processes, helping safeguard the company image in the long term.
  • Provided internal communication support, facilitating information flow among employees and departments.
  • Supported executive leadership by crafting speeches and presentations that effectively communicated company values and vision.

Journalist, News Coordinator

Africanews
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Company Overview: Euronews sister's channel
  • Management of correspondents and freelancers in Africa and around Africa continent
  • Creation and update of Facebook page of correspondents
  • Interface between technical team and journalists in realization of Live and calls via Phones and Skype
  • Publication of articles and videos on social networks (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn)
  • Search for speakers for interviews or reports in English and French
  • Creating and updating database of resource persons and other experts for Africanews channel
  • Research and proposal of angles for reports to correspondents
  • Making appointments with speakers / Conducting interviews broadcast as part of program (Grand Angle; Morning Call Tv (Sport, Business, Culture, Hi-Tech and Travel)
  • Setting up of monthly diary on important news and events in Africa and in World for editorial staff
  • Realization of reports
  • Euronews sister's channel
  • Developed story ideas and conducted interviews with industry experts and celebrities.
  • Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
  • Covered high-profile events such as political elections and natural disasters, providing timely updates to readers.
  • Wrote, edited and produced stories for Internet and digital channels.

Education

Certificate - How to create social medias graphics in Canva

Coursera

Certificate - Storytelling with Data

Coursera

Certificate - 10 minutes, un livre: Communiquer comme un pro

LinkedIn Learning

Master of Arts - Management of medias

Ecole Supérieure De Journalisme De Lille,ESJ-Lille
Lille, France
07-2025

MBA - Marketing management and political communication

Tech Global University
Spain
06-2025

Certificate - Communicate with diplomacy and tact

LinkedIn
04.2024

Certificate - operational marketing

Tech Global University
01.2024

Certificate - Program Communications Management in ClickUp

Coursera
01.2024

Certificate - Use Canva to create social medias Marketing Designs

Coursera
01.2024

Certificate - Make a successful presentation and captivate your audience

LinkedIn
04.2019

Bachelor of Science - Business Informatics

Higher Technical Institute of Applied Computer Science, ISTIA
Democratic Republic Of Congo
01.2004

Skills

  • Writing and editing
  • Deadline management
  • Content creation
  • Breaking news coverage
  • Public speaking
  • Social media engagement
  • Interviewing skill
  • Press release writing
  • Story development
  • Fact-checking proficiency
  • Investigative reporting
  • Editorial judgment
  • Storytelling
  • Remote broadcasting
  • Report editing
  • Human interest content
  • Research and fact-checking
  • News reporting
  • Critical thinking
  • Relationship building
  • Written communication
  • Online news content
  • Story pitching
  • Social media proficiency
  • Story editing
  • Public and media relations
  • Feature writing
  • Microsoft office
  • Story pitches
  • Fact-checking
  • Excellent communication
  • Copy editing
  • Field reporting
  • Coordinating stories
  • Broadcast media
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Crisis management
  • Continuous improvement
  • Professionalism
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Self motivation
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Effective communication
  • Multitasking
  • Idea development and brainstorming

Training

  • Graduation in Business Informatics, Higher Technical Institute of Applied Computer Science, ISTIA (DRC), 01/01/04
  • MBA in Marketing management and political communication, Tech Global University, Spain, 12/31/24
  • Master 2 in Management of medias, Ecole Supérieure de Journalisme de Lille, ESJ-Lille /France, 12/31/24
  • Certificate of training on Make a successful presentation and captivate your audience, LinkedIn, 04/01/19
  • Certificate in operational marketing, Tech Global University, Spain, 12/31/24
  • Certificate in How to create social medias graphics in Canva, Coursera online
  • Certificate in training Communicate with diplomacy and tact, LinkedIn online, 04/01/24
  • Certificate of Training, Program Communications Management in ClickUp, Coursera, 01/01/24
  • Certificate of Training Use Canva to create social medias Marketing Designs, Coursera online, 01/01/24
  • Certificate of Training, Storytelling with Data, Coursera
  • Certificate of Learning, 10 minutes, un livre: Communiquer comme un pro, LinkedIn Learning, 04/01/24
  • Certificate of Learning, Communiquer avec diplomatie et tact, LinkedIn Learning
  • Certificate of Learning, Générer des contenus grâce à l'intelligence artificielle, LinkedIn Learning
  • Best TV report on environmental protection in the DRC, UNDP, 01/01/08
  • United Nations Course on Prevention of Harassment, Sexual Harassment and Abuse of Authority
  • Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA)
  • Information Security Awareness Training

References

  • Arsène Severin Ngouela, Executive Manager of JEC, Journalism Ethique Congo, severinarsene@gmail.com
  • Clément Bonnerot, TV5 Monde Correspondent in Senegal, bolingoprod@gmail.com
  • Berdy Pambou, TV5 Monde Correspondent in Republic of the Congo, berdypambou@gmail.com

Affiliations

  • Member of JEC, Journalisme Ethique Congo
  • Member of TAEF, African Editors Forum

Timeline

Government Liaison Associate

United Nations High Commission For Refugees
04.2024 - 12.2024

Communication Specialist Consultant

UNFPA, United Nations Population Fund
08.2023 - 04.2024

French Copywriter

Upstreams
09.2022 - 05.2023

Freelance Journalist

Freelance Writer
01.2018 - Current

Media and Public Relations Officer

United Bank of Africa (UBA Congo)
01.2018 - 01.2023

Journalist, News Coordinator

Africanews
01.2015 - 01.2018

Certificate - Storytelling with Data

Coursera

Certificate - 10 minutes, un livre: Communiquer comme un pro

LinkedIn Learning

Certificate - Communicate with diplomacy and tact

LinkedIn

Certificate - operational marketing

Tech Global University

Certificate - Program Communications Management in ClickUp

Coursera

Certificate - Use Canva to create social medias Marketing Designs

Coursera

Certificate - Make a successful presentation and captivate your audience

LinkedIn

Certificate - How to create social medias graphics in Canva

Coursera

Master of Arts - Management of medias

Ecole Supérieure De Journalisme De Lille,ESJ-Lille

MBA - Marketing management and political communication

Tech Global University

Bachelor of Science - Business Informatics

Higher Technical Institute of Applied Computer Science, ISTIA
Rosie PIOTH