I'm Irene Bonjeh Azong-Wara, a dynamic Social Media Manager with over seven years of experience in strategic communications and stakeholder engagement. I specialize in crafting compelling content and executing data-driven social media strategies that enhance visibility and drive engagement across diverse audiences. I’ve helped clients achieve measurable impact through targeted campaigns, market research, and program design, aligning communications with organizational goals. I am committed to leveraging unique storytelling skills to position organizations for success in a competitive digital landscape, while building partnerships with NGOs, governments, and industry actors to amplify voices and advance sustainable outcomes.

Irene Bonjeh Azong-Wara

I'm Irene Bonjeh Azong-Wara, a dynamic Social Media Manager with over seven years of experience in strategic communications and stakeholder engagement. I specialize in crafting compelling content and executing data-driven social media strategies that enhance visibility and drive engagement across diverse audiences. I’ve helped clients achieve measurable impact through targeted campaigns, market research, and program design, aligning communications with organizational goals. I am committed to leveraging unique storytelling skills to position organizations for success in a competitive digital landscape, while building partnerships with NGOs, governments, and industry actors to amplify voices and advance sustainable outcomes.

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I’m Irene Bonjeh Azong-Wara, a dynamic Social Media Manager with over seven years of experience in strategic communications and stakeholder engagement. I specialize in crafting compelling content and executing data-driven social media strategies that enhance visibility and drive engagement across diverse audiences. I’ve helped clients achieve measurable impact through targeted campaigns, market research, and program design, aligning communications with organizational goals.

I am committed to leveraging unique storytelling skills to position organizations for success in a competitive digital landscape, while building partnerships with NGOs, governments, and industry actors to amplify voices and advance sustainable outcomes.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent
German
Advanced
English
Intermediate

Work Experience

Management Consultant at PIRON Global Development
September 1, 2020 - Present
Spearheaded advisory projects for development organizations, NGOs, and private sector actors focusing on strategy, communications, and impact delivery. Engineered end-to-end transformation strategies, bridging vision, capital, and execution.
Head of Communications & Sustainability at International Society for Human Rights (ISHR)
February 1, 2022 - October 1, 2025
Directed global communications and sustainability strategies across multiple regions; cultivated global stakeholder ecosystems; conceptualized and executed advocacy campaigns and digital strategies, enhancing visibility and engagement.
Head of Communications (Fractional Role) at Qatar Center for Peace and Democracy (QCPD)
April 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Orchestrated communications and strategic positioning for an international policy and advocacy organization. Developed multi-country engagement strategies, partnerships with institutions and grassroots actors; delivered capacity-building programs and storytelling frameworks to enhance impact delivery.
EMEA Associate at Guidepoint
April 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019
Delivered research and advisory support by sourcing global experts for investment and consulting projects.
Founder at Jacob Hopes Foundation
March 1, 2014 - September 1, 2018
Established and led a social impact organization focused on health and diaspora engagement; managed partnerships with governments, NGOs, and international actors; delivered conferences and global advocacy initiatives.

Education

MSc, Globalization & Development at University of Antwerp
September 1, 2007 - October 1, 2008
BSc, Sociology & Anthropology at University of Buea
September 1, 2001 - October 1, 2004
Certificate, Business Sustainability at University of Cambridge
February 1, 2022 - April 1, 2022
Certificate, Strategy Design at IDEO U (Remote)
February 1, 2023 - April 1, 2024
Certificate, Storytelling for Influence at IDEO U (Remote)
February 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024
Certificate, AI for non-profits at Anthropic (Remote)
March 1, 2026 - March 1, 2026

Qualifications

Certificate, Business Sustainability
February 1, 2022 - April 1, 2022
Certificate, Strategy Design
February 1, 2023 - April 1, 2024
Certificate, Storytelling for Influence
February 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024
Certificate, AI for non-profits
March 1, 2026 - March 1, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Education