I am Maureen Mueke, a communications and marketing specialist with over a decade of experience in strategic communications, publishing, branding, and stakeholder engagement. I excel at developing communication strategies, workplans, and creative products that enhance organizational visibility and impact. I am skilled at coordinating multi-stakeholder collaborations, content creators, and delivering compelling campaigns across print and digital platforms. I am known for strong organizational skills, innovative problem-solving, and the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, audience-focused messages that strengthen stakeholder relationships and advance institutional objectives. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy turning ideas into tangible outcomes that drive mission success.

Maureen Mueke

I am Maureen Mueke, a communications and marketing specialist with over a decade of experience in strategic communications, publishing, branding, and stakeholder engagement. I excel at developing communication strategies, workplans, and creative products that enhance organizational visibility and impact. I am skilled at coordinating multi-stakeholder collaborations, content creators, and delivering compelling campaigns across print and digital platforms. I am known for strong organizational skills, innovative problem-solving, and the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, audience-focused messages that strengthen stakeholder relationships and advance institutional objectives. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy turning ideas into tangible outcomes that drive mission success.

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I am Maureen Mueke, a communications and marketing specialist with over a decade of experience in strategic communications, publishing, branding, and stakeholder engagement. I excel at developing communication strategies, workplans, and creative products that enhance organizational visibility and impact. I am skilled at coordinating multi-stakeholder collaborations, content creators, and delivering compelling campaigns across print and digital platforms.

I am known for strong organizational skills, innovative problem-solving, and the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, audience-focused messages that strengthen stakeholder relationships and advance institutional objectives. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy turning ideas into tangible outcomes that drive mission success.

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Work Experience

Consultant – Graphic Design & Communications at INTERNATIONAL COMMITTEE OF THE RED CROSS (ICRC)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Develop and deliver strategic communication products including reports, newsletters, manuals, campaigns, and advocacy materials to strengthen humanitarian visibility. Support ICRC’s communication objectives through high-quality design and storytelling aligned with brand and institutional standards. Partner with international stakeholders (ICRC Geneva, South Sudan Red Cross, Rwanda Moot Court, NRCS) to enhance awareness and stakeholder engagement. Coordinate multi-stakeholder communications, ensuring clear messaging and effective dissemination.
Senior Graphic Designer at SENZAFINE LIMITED – Creative Company
January 1, 2016 - Present
Lead development of communication and marketing materials across publications, branding campaigns, and digital platforms to strengthen organizational visibility. Collaborate with clients and partners to translate communication objectives into strategic, audience-focused solutions that enhance engagement and message clarity. Manage multi-project portfolios, ensuring outputs align with communication strategies and organizational goals. Integrate emerging trends into communication planning, ensuring innovative, relevant, and high-quality deliverables.
Consultant at LAWAFRICA PUBLISHING LTD., Nairobi – Publishing Company
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2023
Design consultation for covers and marketing materials. Provided strategic design and communication support for marketing campaigns, book launches, and promotional initiatives. Strengthened brand positioning by creating audience-focused communication and marketing materials aligned with organizational goals. Advised on publishing and marketing strategies to improve engagement with target audiences.
Head of Production [Commentaries]/Designer at LAWAFRICA PUBLISHING LTD., Nairobi – Publishing Company
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2015
Supervised production workflows, ensuring timely delivery of communication outputs and publishing projects. Managed stakeholder relationships with authors, editors, and vendors to align outputs with strategic communication goals. Introduced design and production standards that improved quality and consistency of communication materials. Mentored junior designers, enhancing team capacity in project management and communication best practices.
Designer at COLOUR LABELS, Nairobi – Production Company
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2010
Managed a diverse portfolio of print projects, with a strong specialization in label design and production, alongside packaging, signage, promotional materials, and corporate branding collateral for clients across various industries. Developed customized design solutions tailored to client needs, balancing creativity with regulatory requirements, and technical printing considerations. Partnered with sales and marketing teams to pitch label and print design concepts, contributing to client acquisition and business development efforts. Streamlined workflows and enhanced team productivity by maintaining organized project files, templates, and production documentation.
Designer at FALCON SIGNS, Nairobi – Production Company
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009
Created customized designs for a wide range of print products, including business cards, brochures, flyers, and packaging, serving clients across diverse industries. Applied print production best practices and optimized artwork files to ensure high-quality output and production. Led prepress processes, performing detailed file checks, color corrections, and imposition layouts to streamline workflows and minimize errors. Provided technical guidance to clients on print specifications, file formats, and production options, ensuring projects met quality and budget requirements.

Education

Certificate at Academy of Graphic Technologies
January 1, 2007 - March 3, 2026
Diploma in Graphic Design at The Kenya Polytechnic
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2006
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education at St. Monicas Girls High School
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2002

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Other