Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Hobbies and Interests
Awards
Community Service
Publications
BIBLIOGRAPHY
Training
Languages
Timeline
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JOSEPH JEAN-CHARLES KI-ZERBO

JOSEPH JEAN-CHARLES KI-ZERBO

Summary

I work in the areas of project management, communication, training, community mobilization, advocacy with particular attention to development issues and assistance to vulnerable populations. Bilingual in English and French, I have expertise in project management, organization of forums and capacity building sessions. I have great mastery in drafting concept notes, terms of reference, financial reports, and numerous organizational documents. I also hold excellent knowledge in office tools and social media platforms.

Communications professional with strong expertise in crafting compelling messaging, managing public relations, and executing strategic communication plans. Adept at fostering collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and driving results through effective teamwork. Skilled in media relations, content creation, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring seamless communication and impactful outcomes. Dependable and results-driven, consistently delivering high-quality work while meeting organizational goals.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Reporting and Communications Officer

International Organization for Migration
04.2024 - Current
  • Responsible for overseeing the Cotonou, Benin, and Lomé, Togo offices

Officer in charge of Partnership and Institutional Communication

International Organization for Migration
09.2022 - 03.2024
  • Adeptly managed project timelines, meeting agendas, and action plans, driving the successful advancement of cross-functional initiatives
  • Managed partnerships and communications initiatives
  • Coordinated project schedules, meeting schedules, and subsequent action plans to drive project progression
  • Created and delivered status reports and identified pending action items for resolution

Project Manager (Awareness; Youth Capacity Building)

International Organization for Migration
07.2021 - 08.2022
  • Adeptly managed project timelines, meeting agendas, and action plans, driving the successful advancement of cross-functional initiatives
  • Exercised keen oversight over projects, diligently managing the allocated budget for activities
  • Played a significant role in formulating communication and partnership strategies, with a focus on integrating the C4D component

Project Manager (Awareness; Youth Capacity Building)

International Organization for Migration
08.2020 - 05.2021

Intern Project Administrator

International Organization for Migration
10.2019 - 08.2020

Supervisor of Operations Sports Services

University of Ottawa
11.2017 - 03.2019

Intern

International Organization for Migration
06.2017 - 07.2017

Outreach Volunteer

Croix Rouge Canada
08.2016 - 04.2017

Customer Service Representative

Elemental Data Collection
04.2015 - 05.2016

Education

Master’s - international relations Security and Strategy

Jindal Global University
India, Online
09.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of Ottawa
Canada, Ottawa

Leadership in Civic Engagement institute -

University of Georgia
Athens, Georgia

Diploma - Project Management

Allison Courses

Specializations, Certified Practitioner - Neurolinguistic Programming

CFCI Canada
Canada

Professional certificate, Professional development - Project Management

The board of trustees of the management and strategy institute

High School Diploma - undefined

International School of Ouagadougou

Skills

    Project Planning and Coordination

  • Project Cycle Management (Results-Based Approach)
  • Budget Development and Financial Monitoring
  • Risk Management and Problem Resolution
  • Project Monitoring and Evaluation

  • Indicators and Reporting
  • Team Supervision and Coaching
  • Communication Strategy

  • Internal and External Communication
  • Public Relations and Media Management
  • Visual Content Creation

  • PowerPoint, Canva, and similar tools
  • Report Writing

  • Technical and Narrative Reports
  • Field Data Collection and Processing
  • Proficiency in Office Tools

  • Word, Advanced Excel, PowerPoint
  • Leadership and Team Management

  • Strategic Thinking and Decision-Making
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Active Listening and Nonviolent Communication Skills

Certification

  • Planning for monitoring and Evaluation: University of California Berkeley, FHI360, Philanthropy University
  • Fundraising and development foundations: University of California
  • Risk Management and Project Changes: University of California Irvine
  • International Migration : a global challenge : Science Politiques Paris
  • Project Management: University of California Irvine
  • Psychological First Aid: John Hopkins University
  • Operational Excellence in Practice: ESSEC Business School
  • Community Engagement: Collaborating for Change: EDX
  • Nutrition, Food Security and Livelihoods certification: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
  • Including Migrants in Emergency Management certification: International Organization for Migration
  • Program Planning Process certification: UNICEF
  • Communication for Development Certification: International Organization for Migration
  • Workplace training, delivery, and assessment methods: Future Learn

References

  • Ndiaye Fatou, Diallo, Chief of Mission IOM Ghana, fndiaye@iom.int, International Organization for migration
  • Joelle, Furrer, Regional and Communications Lead, jfurrer@iom.int, International Organization for migration
  • Mohammed, Diallo, Executive Director, Mohamed.Diallo@rescue.org, IRC

Hobbies and Interests

I am passionate about community development, migration issues, conflict resolution and leadership these areas of interest direct my engagement toward creating strong communities and advancing human rights.

Awards

Georgia Athens-Clarke County Unified Government Honorary Citizen Award- July2023., Certificate of Excellence in the supervision of the project Migrants as Messengers – International Organization for Migration Liberia - April2021, Certificate of Employee of the month: x4 Supervisor of the intramural league University of Ottawa obtained during the year2018-2019, Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders2023, The Government of the United State of America, The good citizen Award: Gold Certificate International School of Ouagadougou: For a continuous and constant commitment to service for the benefit of the community. June2014

Community Service

  • The International House, University of Ottawa, ON, 2015-09, 2018-12
  • Croix Rouge- Orphanage Aid, Burkina Faso, 2010-09, 2014-03

Publications

  • Promoting social cohesion through the culture of peace and resilience.
  • Strengthening the autonomy of women, a major development need.
  • The pillars of community engagement.
  • Problem resolution.
  • Nonviolent Communication in Conflict Resolution.
  • Migration, what are the impacts on Countries of origin and destination.
  • Public speaking tips.
  • Self-discipline to achieve your goals.
  • Published on Lakalitamagazine.com

BIBLIOGRAPHY

Book: Generation with confidence

Training

Business Development Fundamentals - Management Strategies for People and Resources - Strengthening Public Sector Services - Basic of Public-Private Growth Strategies - Basic Principles of Starting and Running a Business - Strategies for Personal Growth and Development

Languages

French
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Spanish
Elementary
A2

Timeline

Reporting and Communications Officer

International Organization for Migration
04.2024 - Current

Officer in charge of Partnership and Institutional Communication

International Organization for Migration
09.2022 - 03.2024

Project Manager (Awareness; Youth Capacity Building)

International Organization for Migration
07.2021 - 08.2022

Project Manager (Awareness; Youth Capacity Building)

International Organization for Migration
08.2020 - 05.2021

Intern Project Administrator

International Organization for Migration
10.2019 - 08.2020

Supervisor of Operations Sports Services

University of Ottawa
11.2017 - 03.2019

Intern

International Organization for Migration
06.2017 - 07.2017

Outreach Volunteer

Croix Rouge Canada
08.2016 - 04.2017

Customer Service Representative

Elemental Data Collection
04.2015 - 05.2016

Diploma - Project Management

Allison Courses

Professional certificate, Professional development - Project Management

The board of trustees of the management and strategy institute

High School Diploma - undefined

International School of Ouagadougou

Master’s - international relations Security and Strategy

Jindal Global University

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of Ottawa

Leadership in Civic Engagement institute -

University of Georgia

Specializations, Certified Practitioner - Neurolinguistic Programming

CFCI Canada
JOSEPH JEAN-CHARLES KI-ZERBO