Trusted by NGOs, public institutions, and development partners to design compelling communication strategies, conduct data-driven evaluations, and amplify mission-driven impact.
With 5 years of experience across East Africa, I specialize in Communication Strategy, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E), and stakeholder engagement for impact-driven organizations. My work bridges insights with action—helping teams make smarter decisions, communicate results with clarity, and mobilize resources more effectively.
From facilitating high-level dialogues to publishing data-driven reports, I bring a unique blend of analytical rigor and storytelling finesse to every project.
I develop targeted communication strategies that amplify your organization's impact. Whether you need donor messaging, community engagement frameworks, or crisis communication plans, I create systems that ensure your voice is heard by the right audiences at the right time—with measurable results.
Beyond just tracking metrics, I design M&E frameworks that tell the full story of your impact. From developing logical frameworks to implementing outcome harvesting techniques, I help you capture both quantitative results and qualitative transformations—turning raw data into actionable insights for continuous improvement.
Your data deserves a narrative. I specialize in transforming complex program results into compelling stories through multimedia reporting, donor-facing case studies, and community testimonial videos. These aren't just success stories—they're evidence-based tools for advocacy and resource mobilization.
I equip teams with practical skills through customized training on data visualization, effective reporting, and participatory M&E methods. My workshops focus on building both technical skills and the confidence to communicate impact—creating lasting organizational capacity beyond my engagement.
From facilitating high-level donor meetings to designing community feedback systems, I bridge gaps between diverse groups. My approach combines conflict-sensitive communication techniques with cultural intelligence to build consensus around shared goals.
I plan and execute social norm change campaigns that go beyond awareness-raising. Using behavioral science principles and platform-specific tactics, I design digital interventions that actually shift attitudes and behaviors—like increasing HPV vaccine uptake through faith leader networks.
"Michelle's M&E framework transformed how we track gender norms change. Her ability to simplify complex data for grassroots audiences is unmatched."
"She doesn't just write reports—she crafts stories that move donors to act. Our funding increased by 30% after implementing her communication strategy."
"Working with Michelle on the AYuTe Challenge was transformative. She turned technical agricultural data into compelling narratives that resonated with both farmers and investors."
Client/Partner: Heifer International | Duration: 2021 - Present
Role: Communications Lead
An agribusiness innovation initiative empowering African youth to use technology to solve challenges faced by smallholder farmers, providing incubation and catalytic financing to scale impactful solutions.
Increased national visibility of youth agritech innovation; supported fair selection of awardees; amplified young innovators' stories; inspired future applicants.
Witnessing successful young entrepreneurs emerge and thrive after participating in the challenge, including a Global Citizen Prize Winner.
Client/Partner: Gates Foundation, Kilifi County Government | Duration: Ongoing
Role: Communications Coordinator
A multi-county initiative shifting harmful gender and social norms by partnering with faith leaders to co-create solutions that promote adolescent girls' sexual and reproductive health rights through dialogue, advocacy, and storytelling.
Secured coverage from over 10 national media outlets; facilitated faith leaders signing Kilifi Declaration; changed community perceptions through values-based messaging.
Watching faith leaders stand up against gender-based violence during campaigns showed the power of strategic, long-term engagement.
Whether you need a comms strategy, M&E plan, or a storyteller to bring your data to life—let's connect.