Ricardo Curiel
Responsible for assisting the Director General with internal and external communications about CIMMYT’s impact, main accomplishments and news relevant to stakeholders.
Tag: communication strategist
Riya Gupta
Riya works as the Communication Officer at the Borlaug Institute for South Asia (BISA), leading communications for a BISA-led project- Atlas of Climate Adaptation in South Asian Agriculture (ACASA).
She is currently executing a comprehensive communication strategy for partner countries in South Asia, such as Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and India. Riya holds a master’s degree in public health and brings a range of experience in various domains such as maternal nutrition, food security, WASH, and now agriculture and climate change.
Prior to BISA, Riya has led and ideated effective social behaviour change communication (SBCC) campaigns on-ground concerning maternal health in one of the aspirational districts of India. With her expertise in content strategy, Riya also supported her clients in establishing a strong thought leadership and public relations in media.
Maria Monayo Michieka
Maria Monayo is a seasoned communications professional with over a decade of expertise in the NGO sector.
Her dynamic skill set encompasses content development, event management, and media relations. With a proven track record, Maria has orchestrated compelling content strategies, organized high-profile events such as international conferences, and fostered strong partnerships with stakeholders. Her ability to translate technical information into accessible formats and skill in creating visual media have been instrumental in her successful career.
Richa Sharma Puri
Richa is a digital anthropologist and communicator with 17+ years of experience in the media and development sector. Currently, she provides strategic leadership and support for BISA’s institutional and corporate communications programs in India.
She is an ex-journalist and worked with India’s leading news channel, TV Today (now India Today), as a correspondent and anchor, but now aims to strengthen and empower NGOs with communication strategies in the digital landscape. Richa has a broad understanding of coalitions and networks; she strives to develop people-centric communication strategies for the Asia Pacific region. Richa’s previous role, as a fellow for the Affinity Group of National Associations program, provided overall programmatic leadership and oversight for policy advocacy, knowledge management, communication and campaigns. Her core strengths are digital media, content development, filmmaking, website management, media mobilization, social media & Comms Strategy.
Kudzanai Chimhanda
Kudzanai is an experienced communications strategist and development researcher who currently supports communications for the CIMMYT Zimbabwe office. With a career spanning seven years, Kudzanai has been actively involved in impactful research at both local and international think tanks. Specializing in agricultural issues, Kudzanai’s expertise spans policy analysis, food systems, regional integration, and sustainability. As a dedicated professional, Kudzanai brings invaluable insights to the field, combining research acumen with effective communication strategies to drive positive change and promote informed decision-making in the field of agriculture and development.