About Purity M. Omariba

Communications Specialist operating across strategic communication, media relations, public advocacy, and multimedia storytelling within the international development sector.

Biography

Purity M. Omariba is a results-oriented Communications Specialist with over five years of professional experience managing internal and external communications, media relations, public advocacy campaigns, digital communications, and multimedia content production in the non-governmental and development sectors.

Her expertise lies at the intersection of strategic communication and social advocacy. Purity specializes in translating complex program goals into tailored communication frameworks that amplify organizational visibility, strengthen stakeholder trust, and drive policy dialogue. She has consistently demonstrated an ability to turn ground-level field achievements and participant feedback into compelling narratives across television, radio, digital platforms, and print media.

Throughout her work with multi-grant projects and cross-functional teams, Purity incorporates gender-sensitive and gender-transformative approaches into all strategic messaging. By leveraging multimedia tools—including photography, documentary planning, podcasts, and digital campaigns—she ensures that human-centered storytelling remains the focal point of community outreach and international resource mobilization initiatives.

Academic Background

Formal qualifications in communications, journalism, and media studies.

Expected Graduation: 2028

Master's in Communication and Media Studies

Kisii University
2019

Bachelor of Arts – Journalism and Applied Communication

Multimedia University of Kenya
2015

Diploma in Mass Communication

Nairobi Aviation College, Kisumu

Professional Training & Certifications

Continuous professional development across media advocacy, safeguarding, strategic communication, and program strengthening.

2026

Safeguarding Training

Independent Consultant
2025

Mental Health and Wellbeing Training — Core Concepts

Professional Wellness Program
2025

Male Engagement Training

Men Engage Kenya Network
2024

Media Advocacy Masterclass

Equality Now
2024

Communication, Advocacy and Resource Mobilization Mentorship Session

AMREF Health Africa
2024

Budget Advocacy

Uraia Trust / Equality Now
2024

Organization Development System Strengthening Training

AMREF Health Africa
2024

Legal and Media Advocacy Training

Equality Now
2024

Psychological First Aid Training

World YWCA
2023

Communication and Storytelling

Equality Now
2023 – 2026

Local Journalists and Social Media Influencers Training

International Solidarity Foundation
2022

Media Engagement

White Ribbon Alliance
2022

Strategic Communication

GEM Trust Africa