Lumafor Sonia
Journalist/Communicator/Program Manager
Douala
Summary
I am a highly resourceful and results-driven Project Manager and Communications Expert with over 8 years of experience. Throughout my career, I have worked across diverse sectors, including non-governmental organizations, corporate communications, and agriculture, where I’ve successfully led cross-functional teams and delivered impactful projects.
I am committed to driving high-quality outcomes by applying my problem-solving abilities and strategic planning skills to overcome complex challenges. With strong communication, multitasking, and interpersonal skills, I thrive in dynamic environments and adapt quickly to changing priorities. Passionate about fostering high performance and streamlining communication processes, I ensure the efficient execution of projects from conception to completion.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Project Manager and Communications Lead
Self Employed
Foumbot, Cameroon.
2024.02 - Current
- Lead project coordination with partners and stakeholders.
- Draft budgets, proposals and financial reports.
- Manage partners meetings and communication.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Track project progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
- Build and manage social media presence to boost visibility and engagement.
Project Coordinator
FabAfriq Media Group
Bali, Douala
2023.06 - 2024.12
- Secure sponsorships, partnerships and participations for the event The Corporate Awards.
- Collaborate with teams to build marketing/ advertising plans, execute projects and meet client objectives
- Developed social media communication plan to boost engagement.
- Write press releases, advertising briefs and marketing materials.
- Organize conferences and corporate events for clients.
Program Officer
The Michael and Mauritia Patcha Foundation
2020.01 - 2022.09
- Implement, monitor and evaluate projects on behalf of the Foundation
- Update Stakeholders on projects progress
- Work with Foundations' partners
Content Manager
Lahkam
2018.10 - 2019.12
- Content conceptualization and writing
- Product descriptions
Assistant Program Officer Volunteer
The Michael and Mauritia Patcha Foundation
2016.06 - 2019.12
- Work with the program officer on the Foundation’s projects
- Active volunteer since 2016
Stock Inventory Officer
Nji and Sons Glass Limited
2015.12 - 2016.11
- Record stock of glass upon delivery
- Record daily sales and expenditure
- In charge of updating account book
- Monthly account reconciliation
Journalist Internship
Hitv
2013.06 - 2013.08
- Gather information and write news scripts for television
- Television presentation
- Television program conception and presentation
Journalism Intern
Cameroon Radio and Television- CRTV
2012.07 - 2012.09
- During this internship, we were thought on:
- Information gathering and news script writing for radio
- Radio presentation
- Feature story writing
Education
Certificate - Digital Marketing and Communication
Institute Professionnel des Métiers de L'Entreprise-IPME
2020.10 - 2021.06
Bsc - Journalism and Mass Communication
University of Buea
2011.11 - 2015.12
Secondary School Studies - commercial studies with specialty Accounting
Atlantic Bilingual Comprehensive High School
2009.09 - 2011.06
Secondary School Studies - Grammar Education with Specialty Arts
Horizon Bilingual Educational Complex
2004.09 - 2009.05
Skills
- Interpersonal communication
- Budgeting
Implementation, Monitoring and Project Evaluation
- Infographics using Canva
- Use of social media for Communication
- Research and analyzing data
- Web design
Content writing and Emailing
Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Accomplishments
- Implemented and coordinated a Covid-19 campaign in 2020 which served 23 communities in Cameroon with 54 wash units and 3500 reusable facemasks distributed.
- Walk in November 2020 to raise awareness on cancer which linked several local and foreign organizations.
- Medical campaign in June 2022 which offered free medical services including surgery and donation of free medications to over 2500 people in the Littoral Region of Cameroon.
Extra-Curricular Activities
Volunteer, Save A Child Cameroon, Douala, 08/01/19, Present, Volunteer with Save A Child Cameroon since 2019 as assistant program coordinator of medical campaigns and outreach to the less privileged.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 02/02/93
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Cameroonian
- Marital Status: Single
Timeline
Project Manager and Communications Lead
Self Employed
2024.02 - Current
Project Coordinator
FabAfriq Media Group
2023.06 - 2024.12
Certificate - Digital Marketing and Communication
Institute Professionnel des Métiers de L'Entreprise-IPME
2020.10 - 2021.06
Program Officer
The Michael and Mauritia Patcha Foundation
2020.01 - 2022.09
Content Manager
Lahkam
2018.10 - 2019.12
Assistant Program Officer Volunteer
The Michael and Mauritia Patcha Foundation
2016.06 - 2019.12
Stock Inventory Officer
Nji and Sons Glass Limited
2015.12 - 2016.11
Journalist Internship
Hitv
2013.06 - 2013.08
Journalism Intern
Cameroon Radio and Television- CRTV
2012.07 - 2012.09
Bsc - Journalism and Mass Communication
University of Buea
2011.11 - 2015.12
Secondary School Studies - commercial studies with specialty Accounting
Atlantic Bilingual Comprehensive High School
2009.09 - 2011.06
Secondary School Studies - Grammar Education with Specialty Arts
Horizon Bilingual Educational Complex
2004.09 - 2009.05