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Gloria Ooko

Gloria Ooko

Nairobi

Summary

Academic researcher and educator with a PhD in Media Studies and extensive experience in digital communication and learning, AI ethics, and academic curriculum development in the Global South context. Proven ability to work independently, communicate effectively, and contribute to inclusive and innovation-driven teams.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Postdoctoral Fellow

University of Johannesburg
01.2025 - Current
  • Doing research on "AI and Journalism in Kenya and South Africa: A Decolonial Perspective"

Lecturer

Moi University
02.2015 - 01.2025
  • Taught various courses including media theory, communication, research methods
  • Led digital curriculum development
  • Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.

Teaching Fellow

University of the Witwatersrand
01.2019 - 11.2021
  • Provided administrative assistance for the department of Media Studies
  • Delivered tutoring services to help students grasp course material and improve grades.
  • Provided mentoring, gave advice on study skills and helped students with learning problems.

Graduate Assistant

Moi University
02.2012 - 01.2015
  • Managed administrative tasks such as grading, scheduling, and record-keeping to ensure smooth operations within academic departments.
  • Served as a liaison between faculty members and students for addressing concerns or issues related to coursework or academic policies.
  • Developed and managed organized, orderly student databases and tracking systems.

Research Assistant

National Cohesion & Integration Commission
05.2012 - 07.2012
  • Participated in the research project by administering questionnaires and conducting interviews

Field Researcher

Kenya AIDS Control Council
10.2008 - 01.2009

Conducted interviews and administered questionnaires

Education

BSc - Communication & Public Relations

Moi University
04.2010

PhD - Media Studies

University of the Witwatersrand
07.2022

MA - Communication Studies

Moi University
12.2014

Skills

  • AI Ethics and Policy
  • Academic Writing
  • Curriculum Design
  • Online Learning Tools
  • Digital Research
  • Communication for Development
  • Python (Basic)
  • Microsoft Office
  • Research Analysis
  • Written and oral communication
  • Collaborative research

Languages

English
Kiswahili

Training

  • AI and Automation for Research, 03/2025 — 03/2025 University of Johannesburg short course training
  • Ethical Implications of AI 04/2025 — 04/2025 University of Johannesburg short courses
  • ODL and Digital Education 03/2023 — 04/2023 Moi University Training
  • Python for Research 03/2025 Udemy Online

References

Admire, Mare, Prof., amare@uj.ac.za, +27730706387, University of Johannesburg, SA

Awards

William and Nthila Kupe Prize - Wits University (08/2022) Best PhD thesis, school of Literature, Language and Media, Postdoctoral Research Grant - University of Johannesburg (01/2025) Research funding, Conference Travel Fund - Association of Internet Researchers (08/2022) Travel grant

Timeline

Postdoctoral Fellow

University of Johannesburg
01.2025 - Current

Teaching Fellow

University of the Witwatersrand
01.2019 - 11.2021

Lecturer

Moi University
02.2015 - 01.2025

Research Assistant

National Cohesion & Integration Commission
05.2012 - 07.2012

Graduate Assistant

Moi University
02.2012 - 01.2015

Field Researcher

Kenya AIDS Control Council
10.2008 - 01.2009

PhD - Media Studies

University of the Witwatersrand

MA - Communication Studies

Moi University

BSc - Communication & Public Relations

Moi University
Gloria Ooko