Helping NGOs Turn Their Work Into Stories Donors Trust
15+ years guiding donor visibility, crisis communications and digital strategy for organisations funded by UNICEF, the EU, USAID, IOM and the Dutch Embassy.
Communications support built for the development sector
Donor Visibility & Compliance
Making sure your communications meet EU, USAID and UNICEF branding standards, without losing the human element.
Storytelling for Impact
Turning field activities and beneficiary experiences into narratives that build trust and attract funding.
Crisis & Reputation
Clear, conflict-sensitive messaging when things go wrong, protecting institutional trust when it matters most.
Digital Strategy & Social
Content systems and platform strategy that grow the right audience, not just follower counts.
A simple process built for busy programme teams
Discover
I learn your programme, your donors and where your communications is currently falling short.
Strategize
We agree on a clear plan: what to fix first and what success looks like.
Create
I produce the reports, stories, campaigns or training your team needs.
Measure
We track what changed, donor response, engagement, and team capacity.
Na We Be Peace
A viral peacebuilding campaign that grew Search for Common Ground Nigeria's social audience and reached over a million people organically, with zero paid spend.
Field experience meets strategic positioning
I am a Strategic Communications Specialist based in Abuja, Nigeria, with field experience across Borno and Yobe States. I currently serve as Communications Coordinator at Search for Common Ground Nigeria, managing communications for the Lake Chad Basin Country Programme.
I hold an MA in Corporate Communications from Rome Business School and I am fluent in Hausa and English, which lets me move comfortably between field-level engagement and strategic donor reporting.
What colleagues and collaborators say
Nelson stands out for his strong analytical mindset, practical problem-solving skills, and consistent ability to deliver quality work under pressure. He demonstrates excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to tasks, making him a valuable team player in any project or organisation. His communication skills are clear and professional, enabling him to engage effectively with colleagues and stakeholders alike. What impresses me most about Nelson is his integrity, positive attitude, and commitment to excellence. He is reliable, adaptable, and always willing to go the extra mile to ensure successful outcomes.
Nelson is a strategic communication professional who understands how to position programme impact for both community relevance and donor accountability. He consistently transforms complex interventions into powerful narratives that drive visibility, trust, and engagement. His work adds measurable value to programme delivery.
(formerly Head of Program, Search for Common Ground Nigeria)
Nelson is one of those colleagues I can best describe as a multi-layered full package. When I first started working with him, he was part of our digital team. With the exit of the team manager, Nelson stepped up and took on many additional tasks, working longer hours to build his capacity and competence. I recall him as a never-say-never colleague who would work round the clock to find solutions. During our coverage of the first national elections, he prepared his team to provide digital output that allowed our station to be followed in real time online.
I would recommend Nelson as your go-to person for IT-related projects, as he is highly experienced and has an excellent customer service relationship. He is exceptionally strong in digital content creation, social media management, and public relations.
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