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P R O F E S S I O N A L P R O G R A M O F F I C E R Address: Harare, Zimbabwe

Cell: +263********* / +263*********

Email: ad03hi@r.postjobfree.com

PERSONAL STATEMENT

An enthusiastic, friendly and natural rapport builder Communications, Public Relations Professional & Project Coordinator with drive, determination in providing cross-functional expertise in NGOs programs. Enthusiastic client-focused individual recognized for delivering exceptional service, building strong relationships, community development and offering extensive knowledge within community programs in the past 4 years. Out-of-the-box thinker who excels in developing tactical and strategic communications plans that meet organizational goals. Proven track record of fostering employee engagement while managing complex issues creatively and to exacting standards.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

● Communications Specialist ● Public relations

● Digital Marketing ● Campaign Implementation

• Story Creation ● Content Creation ● social media

• Project/ Program Management ● Project/ Program Administration ● Project Planning / Scheduling

• Project monitoring and Evaluation ● Project Documentation ● Internal / External Relationships SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Personal Skills: Strong Leadership Skills (Decision Making, Strategic Thinking and Acting), Ideation, Administrative Skill, Restorative, Analytical and programme management skills.

Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal, Business etiquette, negotiation, group facilitation & public speaking including the ability to communicate effectively with all community members from different socio-economic, cultural and political background.

Language: Strong ability to speak fluently, read and write in English and Shona.

Systems Utilization and Technology Skill: Proficient use of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS

Worked on a high value project (Women Wine and Words) a project which involved 38 African countries, to showcase the wonderful works of women across Africa.

Led a team as a documentary director and managed to produce a We Care documentary for Oxfam.

Successfully organized, managed and overseen Women Leadership training.

Contributed to outstanding customer service by ensuring that communication with clients are done on a daily basis and with professionalism.

WORK EXPERIENCE

PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER- JANUARY 2023- PRESENT

Magna Carta

Responsibilities

Developing PR strategies and campaigns

Preparing press releases, keynote speeches and promotional material

Building positive relationships with stakeholders, media and the public

Edit and update promotional material and publications (brochures, videos, social media posts etc.)

Prepare and distribute press releases

Organize PR events and serve as the company’s spokesperson

Seek opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships and advertising

Address inquiries from the media and other parties

Track media coverage and follow industry trends

Prepare and submit PR reports

Manage PR issues

PROJECT COORDINATOR /COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER February 2020 – November 2022

Sally’s Women Institute

Responsibilities:

Coordinating project design, planning and implementation.

Coordinating activities and event management

Copy, edit, proof read documents.

Report writing and knowledge management for organisation programmes and activities.

Resource mobilization.

Maintenance of organization social media platforms.

Project Monitoring and Evaluation.

Data management.

COMMUNICATIONS / MARKETING OFFICER May 2018 - January 2020 Rooftop Promotion T/a Theatre in the Park

Responsibilities:

Created content and managing social media accounts.

Wrote monthly reports.

Wrote, edited press releases, posters and fliers.

Successfully managed ‘Safe spaces for girls’ project with UN Women.

Created Communication Plans and Strategies.

Created and maintained relationship with clients and media firms.

Met with potential clients and marketing Theatre in the park.

Wrote digital marketing tender proposals.

Projects and Events Management.

COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER/ DIGITAL STORY TELLER September 2017 - March 2018 Enthuse Afrika

Responsibilities:

Created, directed video documentaries.

Successfully directed a video documentary ‘We Care’ project with Oxfam Zimbabwe.

Gave a creative dimension to the editors.

Contributed to media monitoring and liaison.

Wrote and edited website content.

Researched write and edit articles for internal communications.

Handled clients and maintaining relationships.

DIGITAL MARKETING OFFICER January 2016 - September 2017 Zimpapers Radio Division (Star FM)

Responsibilities:

Sold digital advertising space.

Created content and managing social media accounts.

Created and Drafted Communication Material.

Created Communication Plans and Strategies.

Created and maintained relationship with clients and media firms.

Met with potential clients and selling the digital marketing concept.

Created advertising material for clients.

Wrote proposals to potential clients.

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION

Diploma in TEFL – The TEFL Academy

BSc honours Media and Society Studies – Midlands State University

Certificate in Digital Marketing – Google - 2019

Certificate in Gender Policy Analysis

Certificate in Women Leadership School

REFEREES

1. Sithembinkosi Zondo - Sally Women’s Institute, Programs Manager - Cell: +263********* - Email: ad03hi@r.postjobfree.com

2. Mr Peter Churu - The Creative Director, Theatre in the Park - Cell: +263********* - Email: ad03hi@r.postjobfree.com

3. Ian Mapira - Head of Department - Cell: +263********* - Email: ad03hi@r.postjobfree.com 4. Siphathisiwe Masuku - Senior Digital Marketing Officer - Cell: +263********* - Email: ad03hi@r.postjobfree.com

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