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DEO-DONNE DAFEAMEKPOR

Accra,Ghana

Summary

Experienced professional with a strong background in public education, media reporting, and strategic communication. Over five years of experience covering health, business, and political topics, producing impactful content on social issues such as gender-based violence and sexual health. Collaborated with global organizations, including the United Nations and the Food and Agriculture Organization, to produce reports on critical public health concerns. Expertise in digital platforms and audience engagement focused on raising awareness and influencing policy on vital issues, including drug abuse prevention.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Division Assistant Narcotics Control Officer (ANCO)

Narcotics Control Commission
12.2022 - Current
  • Facilitated timely delivery of special projects to meet organizational and departmental objectives.
  • Submitted over 80 written reports containing charges, available facts, and evidence to authorize getting a search warrant or wiretap
  • Collaborated with media outlets and stakeholders to create and disseminate clear, accurate information about drug-related issues, including prevention strategies and available resources.
  • Conducted public speaking engagements at schools, community centers, and public events, addressing the impact of drug addiction and promoting awareness of preventative measures.
  • Facilitated communication between local law enforcement, community organizations, and government bodies, ensuring smooth information flow on narcotics control activities and updates.

Customer Service Representative

Fair Trade Outsourcing Ghana
07.2022 - 07.2022
  • Anticipated customers' needs
  • Cross-trained and provided backup support for organizational leadership.
  • Provided 90% of services in a respectful manner
  • Suggested ways to improve processes to fulfill customer needs
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Collaborated with managers to provide customer feedback and recommend operational changes to meet emerging trends.
  • Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.

Reporter

Republic Media LTD
07.2020 - 06.2022
  • Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories.
  • Reported mainly on health, business and politics
  • Written more than 100 articles on health, business and politics on both the online and the Newspaper
  • Assisted in editing stories for publication
  • Assisted in managing the Republic Online website and social media pages
  • Collaborated with other journalists and departments to produce well-rounded and comprehensive news coverage.
  • Broadcasted and blind read copy for advertisements and breaking news developments.
  • Fact-checked breaking news headlines by performing background research.
  • Attended press conferences and other media events to gather relevant information and quotes for stories.
  • Collaborated with editors and other staff members to refine story angles and content.
  • Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.

Health Reporter

Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC)
05.2018 - 06.2020
  • Assisted in all reports on the health desk
  • Produced over 30 stories on Gender-based violence, child marriage, sexual and reproductive health and Female Genital Multination
  • Successfully produced over 50 health-related stories, contributing to increased awareness and understanding of critical health issues
  • Assisted in news production, acquiring additional skills in video editing and floor management to support the production process
  • Worked with the United Nations Population Fund to produce reports on its major activities including 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence
  • Collaborated with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Ghana to produce in-depth reports on the abuse of antibiotics and the associated risks of resistance.
  • Partnered with the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research to generate comprehensive reports on the growing issue of mosquito resistance to insecticides.
  • Disseminated news content through social media for better engagement with audiences and faster reporting.

Reporter

New Crusading Guide Newspaper
01.2017 - 05.2018

Reported daily on health, business, entertainment and politics

  • Written more than 50 stories on health, business, entertainment and politics
  • Assisted in editing foreign and Africa pages
  • Assisted on the political desk

Education

M.A - Marketing Strategy

University of Ghana Business School
01.2022

Bachelor of Arts - communication studies (Journalism)

Ghana Institute of Journalism
01.2020

Diploma - Communication Studies

Ghana Institute of Journalism
Accra,GH
01.2018

WASSCE - General Arts

Sogakope Senior High School
Sogakope,Gh
01.2013

Skills

  • Microsoft office
  • Academic Writing
  • Communication Research
  • Blogging and website management
  • Adaptable communication
  • Social media management
  • Conducting interviews
  • Building professional relationships
  • Analytical mindset
  • Fact-checking
  • Data verification
  • Story writing

Educationandqualification

  • 2021-2022, M.A, University of Ghana Business School, Master of Art in Marketing Strategy
  • 2018-2020, Bachelor of Arts, Ghana Institute of Journalism, Communication Studies (Journalism), Second class (Upper division)
  • 2016-2018, Diploma, Ghana Institute of Journalism, Communication Studies, Credit
  • 2010-2013, WASSCE, Sogakope Senior High School, General Arts

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 11/16/94
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Ghanaian
  • Marital Status: Single

Hobbies and Interests

  • Current Affairs
  • Reading
  • Research

Timeline

Senior Division Assistant Narcotics Control Officer (ANCO)

Narcotics Control Commission
12.2022 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Fair Trade Outsourcing Ghana
07.2022 - 07.2022

Reporter

Republic Media LTD
07.2020 - 06.2022

Health Reporter

Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC)
05.2018 - 06.2020

Reporter

New Crusading Guide Newspaper
01.2017 - 05.2018

M.A - Marketing Strategy

University of Ghana Business School

Bachelor of Arts - communication studies (Journalism)

Ghana Institute of Journalism

Diploma - Communication Studies

Ghana Institute of Journalism

WASSCE - General Arts

Sogakope Senior High School
DEO-DONNE DAFEAMEKPOR