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Nathalie Nikuze

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I am a First Class Honors International Business graduate with a passion for transforming authentic digital storytelling into measurable results.

About

I am a First Class Honors International Business graduate with a passion for transforming authentic digital storytelling into measurable results. Since 2023, I have developed and executed comprehensive social media strategies, successfully rebuilding and scaling a personal brand to over 12K engaged followers and 5M+ organic reach within six months. My experience spans content creation, AI automation, and data-driven engagement optimization across diverse platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn.

I also have solid experience in project management and stakeholder coordination, securing significant grant funding for non-profit initiatives. Fluent in English and Kinyarwanda, I bring a strategic yet creative approach to digital marketing and community management, continually leveraging AI tools to innovate and scale engagement efforts globally.

  • 6 years' experience
  • Joined July 2025

Languages

  • EnglishAdvanced
  • KinyarwandaFluent

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Travel & Hospitality

Work experience· 6 roles

Liaison Officer & Project Manager · Tuberwe Tailoring & Handcraft CenterDec 2024 – Jul 2025 · 8 mos

Led communication, proposal writing, and donor reporting, successfully securing over $26,000 in grants including KOMEZA COVID-19 Recovery and AMI Entrepreneur Award. Coordinated multi-stakeholder teams and developed efficient digital tracking and reporting systems under pressure. Crafted brand-aligned messaging to satisfy stakeholder expectations, demonstrating effective cross-department collaboration.

Liaison Officer & Project Manager · Tuberwe Tailoring & Handcraft CenterJan 2024 – Jul 2025 · 1 yr 7 mos

Spearheaded communication, proposal writing, and donor reporting, securing over $26,000 in grants including KOMEZA COVID-19 Recovery & AMI Entrepreneur Award. Demonstrated cross department collaboration by coordinating multi-stakeholder teams and establishing efficient digital tracking/reporting systems under pressure. Developed copy and brand-aligned messaging that met stakeholder expectations.

Digital & Social Media Creator & Strategist · Personal BrandJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

Developed and executed a comprehensive social media strategy, scaling the personal brand to 12K+ followers and 5M+ organic reach within six months by retargeting from local to US market. Created multi-platform content including Reels, carousels, and AI-assisted captions aligned with brand voice to drive high impressions and community retention. Monitored trends and performed social listening to optimize digital engagement globally. Implemented AI automation tools such as ManyChat and Beacons AI for 24/7 community management and lead nurturing. Analyzed Instagram and TikTok analytics to improve engagement up to 4x through data-driven content optimization. Managed social media calendars for consistent multi-channel content delivery.

Digital & Social Media Creator & Strategist · Personal BrandJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos
Freelance Translator & Project Manager (EN ⇄ Kinyarwanda) · FreelanceJan 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 11 mos
Freelance Translator & Project Manager (EN ⇄ Kinyarwanda) · FreelanceJan 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 11 mos

Education· 6

BSc · Mount Kenya University2021 – 2024
Advanced Level · Lycée Notre Dame de Citeaux2016 – 2018
Ordinary Level · Groupe Scolaire Notre Dame des Apotres Rwaza2013 – 2015
BSc · Mount Kenya University2021 – 2025

Certifications and awards· 8

Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce (Coursera & Google)2025
Digital Business & Productivity Tools (RICTA & GIZ)2023
Conflict Resolution & Communication (BPN)2022
Financial Literacy for SMEs (African 118 & Equity bank)2022

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