Connie Nankya: Elevating Brands Through Strategic Communication, Marketing and Media Mastery

In the dynamic space where storytelling meets corporate strategy, Connie Nankya stands out as a purposeful communicator, marketing and media relations leader. Armed with a Master’s degree in Public Relations and Media Management and an Honors degree in Mass Communication, she has dedicated her career to shaping narratives, building brands, and driving meaningful engagement between organizations and their audiences.

A firm believer in servant leadership, Connie’s work is anchored in her faith and a career built on Vision and Impact. Currently serving as Communications and Marketing Director at World Vision Uganda, Connie leads with a deep understanding of communications, marketing and brand strategy, stakeholder engagement, digital communications & marketing, crisis management, and corporate social responsibility. Her journey has been marked by high-impact roles, including:

• Head of Marketing at Airtel Mobile Commerce Uganda Limited (AMCUL)
• Head of Communications & Corporate Affairs at Movit Products Group-Africa
• Manager Communications & Public Relations at Housing Finance Bank
• Deputy Manager, Corporate Affairs at Eskom Uganda Limited
• Media Professional at Nation Media Group – The Daily Monitor

Her ability to navigate complex industries and deliver results has earned her recognition as one of Uganda’s Top 40 Women Leaders driving Fintech, Financial Inclusion and beyond(2024) and among the Top Women in Marketing (2023). Connie’s journey is defined by her commitment to strategic communication and marketing interventions that merge the art of storytelling with the science of media and brand management, to create campaigns that resonate, influence, and leave lasting impact.

Media Management Leadership
With a formal academic foundation in Media Management, Connie has navigated the fast-paced media landscape with precision. She excels in managing media partnerships, orchestrating lasting relations that stand the taste of time, and overseeing communication strategies that amplify visibility for brands and causes.

Corporate and Development Communication
Her experience cuts across corporate communications, non-profit storytelling, and event-driven publicity, giving her a unique ability to adapt strategies to various audiences whether influencing policy discussions, mobilizing communities, or strengthening brand loyalty.

Content Strategy and Brand Storytelling
Beyond managing media relations, Connie brings depth in content creation and storytelling ensuring every campaign is not only well-positioned but emotionally engaging. Her narratives inspire action, whether in consumer markets or stakeholder communities.

Impact and Recognition
Connie has become a go-to professional for organizations seeking strategic reputation management. She is recognized for her ability to blend creative thinking with data-backed strategies, ensuring that communication efforts are both compelling and measurable.

Her work reflects the #WomenWhoMoveNations ethos that highlights women like her who influence conversations, shape industries, and leave a mark on their organization’s and nation’s progress, often without seeking the spotlight themselves.

Strengths at a Glance

• Strategic Communications​Builds strong brand narratives and drives consistent engagement
• Media Relations:​ Nurtures valuable media partnerships and relationships
• Crisis Communication:​ Protects and restores brand reputation during sensitive moments
• Brand Storytelling:​ Delivers emotionally resonant messages that inspire trust and loyalty
• Cross-Sector Adaptability​: Tailors communication strategies for corporate, NGO, and public campaigns
• Brand and Marketing: Nurtures strategically effective marketing strategies that deliver holistic value across a number of sects to cover product launches, portfolio management, dynamic campaigns(and so much mre)that evoke brand sustainability while articulating any organisations’ (wherever she has served) unique value proposition.

Why Connie Moves Nations
Connie Nankya is part of the movement of Ugandan women who quietly yet powerfully steer conversations, influence decision-making, and elevate the standards of communication and marketing in the country. She understands that a strong narrative can change perceptions, mobilize support, and unlock opportunities not just for brands, but for entire communities.

Through her work, she is helping shape a communications and marketing landscape in Uganda that is strategic, ethical, and impactful, proving that when passion meets professional acumen, great results ensue!