Waterfall, ****
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Linkedin.com/in/keli-bell-
08652282
Leadership and teamwork.
Resource sourcing and management.
Creative.
Attention to detail.
Quick learner.
Communication skills (written and verbal).
Problem-solving skills.
CRM Management.
Computer literate, fast and accurate typing.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook etc.), Mailchimp, Canva design, SAP Systems, and SAGE Accounting.
COMPUTER SKILLS:
SKILLS
KELI PAMELA
BELL
Curriculum Vitae
PERSONAL PROFILE QR CODE
URL: www.iiemarque.ac.za/13005964
Student Number: 13005964
Authentication: KeliBell1
PERSONAL PROFILE
I am a driven individual with the ability to demonstrate both analytical and creative skills. My passion lies in design, communication, branding and research. I work effectively within team and independent work environments. I pride myself on being a fast learner that pays attention to detail and always looks for innovative ways to contribute to the organisation that I am a part of. My goal is to find an organisation where I can establish my career, grow and develop myself within. This quick response code will take you to a website that will confirm my educational background and direct you to my social media profiles. CONTACT INFORMATION PERSONAL INFORMATION
19 December 1994
South African
Female
Single
English
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No (Non-smoker)
Yes (Code 8)
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Design, art, general,
knowledge, random
facts and research.
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SKILLS
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Brand management.
Write and design marketing material and workshop proposals. Stakeholder engagement and management.
Campaign Co-ordination.
Monitor and manage communication channels, including social media. Co-ordinate training schedules.
Source cost-effective resources while maintaining quality. Establish and maintain marketing and client database. Manage admin staff.
Managing customer accounts, processing invoices and quotes. JANUARY 2020 - PRESENT
During the gap in my employment from January 2020 to date, while job hunting, I decided to fine tune my marketing skills by going through short courses on LinkedIn Learning, CANVA Learning and Shaw Academy. These courses have included digital marketing, SEO, graphic design, and ecommerce. I also started tutoring varsity students, teaching a Gr00 student and temporary/freelancer work. RAPEWISE SOUTH AFRICA
Period: March 2019 - December 2019
Position: Communications and Marketing Manager.
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Reason for Leaving: Job security, intermittent remuneration received. TERTIARY EDUCATION:
Institution: Independent Institute of Education (IIE), Varsity College, Westville. Period: January 2018 - December 2018 (Graduated on the 12 April 2019) Qualification: IIE Bachelor of Arts Honours in Communication Institution: Independent Institute of Education (IIE), Varsity College, Westville. Period: January 2013 - December 2015 (Graduated on the 22 April 2016) Qualification: IIE Bachelor of Arts in Corporate Communication SECONDARY EDUCATION:
Institution: Kloof High School
Period: January 2008 – December 2012 (Matriculated) Subjects: Afrikaans, Art, Biology, English, French (Grade 10), Geography, Mathematics and Life Orientation.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
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ACHIEVEMENTS
2019: 31 Distinctions achieved in studies.
2018: Presented research on Gaming at SACOMMS (Being the first person accepted from a private institution and with Honours to do so)
2017: Appointed as a DUT Advisory Board Member
2016 – 2018: Leadership Essentials, Change Management and Crisis Management training courses.
2018: Won 3rd Place for SANBS Blood Bank Corporate Award for third most donations with MAHLE Behr.
2016: Graduate Employment Workshop at Varsity College Westville. 2015: Iconverse effective communication course with Glenda Slade. Oversee all internal and external communication to ensure all messages are consistent and in line with company policies and procedures.
Organise events from conceptualisation, preparation to coordination on the date. Liaise with executives and heads of departments to cascade information to employees, media and other stakeholders.
Provide communications input for all strategic processes and projects across all levels and departments within the organisation.
Identify, obtain and report on annual communication department targets. Write copy for and design marketing material, newsletters, press releases, crisis communication and internal documents.
Build and maintain stakeholder relationships with suppliers (i.e. ad agencies, caterers, marketing material manufacturers, printers), employees (Durban and Port Elizabeth Staff Members), and media. Prepare the annual communications budget, BBBEE, ROI and AVE reports. Perform the annual accrual and load payments and capture monthly expenditure. Manage internal and external campaigns and projects to raise employee morale, raise awareness of company initiatives (CSI, Employer branding etc.), maintaining the company’s reputation and building brand presence at events, conferences and speaking engagements. Copywrite the company’s crisis manual and crisis communication. Evaluate, manage and provide feedback for sponsorship/donation requests. Continuously monitor, evaluate and report on communication initiatives and the organisations image and culture, to make appropriate improvements and recommendations. Monitor and manage social media platforms and set up content for the career website. Manage the corporate wear shop and supervise the stock controller. Coordinate the on-boarding process and work experience for learners and graduates. Manage the suggestion programme for MAHLE Behr South Africa. Maintain cockpit chart and suggestion programme records for feedback meetings and reports. Follow up and ensure targets are met by the department heads. Provide administrative support as and where necessary. Learning and understanding qualitative and quantitative coding styles. Performing human coding of newspaper articles for local coverage of the united nations conference on climate change.
MAHLE BEHR SOUTH AFRICA
Period: October 2016 – March 2019
Position: Communications Practitioner [Full Time]. Responsibilities:
Reason for Leaving: Limited growth within the relevant field. MAHLE BEHR SOUTH AFRICA
Period: June 2017 to October 2017 [Contract] - A full work day was split between my role as communication practitioner and suggestion programme co-ordinator for a 5 month period. Position: Suggestion Programme Co-ordinator.
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Reason for Leaving: Period of work was completed.
PRIVATE RESEARCHER: DR. NATALIE LE ROUX (EMSLIE)
Period: January 2015 - June 2016 [Part Time].
Position: Research Assistant.
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Reason for Leaving: Research was completed.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CONTINUED
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Receiving training in Praxis procedures to uphold proper procedures. Assisting with all Praxis paperwork and claims.
Assist customers with account queries.
Liaise with clients and suppliers.
Liaising with clients for queries, general assistance and sales. Conducting debt collecting for outstanding accounts. Manage client accounts.
Performing invoicing, statements, debit order run, customer account reconciliations and reconciliations of balance sheets.
Assisting customers with their errors on Dr Smash Software. Creating and editing marketing and standard documents. Traveling to different locations to perform research tests. Capturing participant's information and results.
Testing participants.
Co-ordinating the schedule and setting up appointments with each participant. Office management.
Assist with participant queries.
Managing the store and its appearance.
Liaising with customers and from queries to sales. Performing cash-up and maintaining cash flow.
Creating artwork for the shop.
Promoting and selling products in-store, at the robots, and at events. Promoting brands such as Sony, Simba, Probac and Castle Larger.
Maintaining image of brands while on duty.
LORD DENT
Period: November 2015 - December 2015 [Vacation Work]. Position: Debtors Assistant.
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Reason for Leaving: Period of work was completed.
DR SMASH SOFTWARE
Period: January 2014 - October 2016 [Part Time].
Position: Administrative Assistant.
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Reason for Leaving: Seeking a career in line with qualification. COGNITOLITE LTD.
Period: June 2013 - June 2015 [Part Time].
Position: Research Assistant.
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Reason for Leaving: Part time work while studying. CRAFT SHOP (LINKHILLS SHOPPING CENTRE)
Period: January 2013 - December 2013 [Part Time].
Position: Girl Friday / Receptionist.
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Reason for Leaving: Store closed down.
VARIOUS PROMOTION COMPANIES
Period: January 2013 - November 2014 [Part Time].
Position: Promoter.
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Reason for Leaving: Part time work while studying. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CONTINUED
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REFERENCES
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Lecturer and Researcher
Varsity College Westville
DR. NATALIE LE ROUX
LISA STANLEY
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Industrialization Administrator
MAHLE Behr South Africa
MARCHANT VAN DER SCHYFF
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Lecturer
Varsity College Westville
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Communications Manager
MAHLE Behr South Africa
JOLENE VAN HEERDEN
PAUL GOSSMAN
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Owner / Creative Director
Flow68
DAWN SAMUELS
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Events Director
KBT Events
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CONTINUED
Managing the store without supervision.
Performing stock take, cash-up and reconciliation. Liaising with customers and from queries to sales. Maintaining livestock well-being and appearance.
Restocking shelves and maintaining the store appearance. Working with the team and overseeing shop staff member. WATERFALL PETS
Period: November 2011 - December 2014 [Part Time]. Position: Girl Friday / Receptionist.
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Reason for Leaving: Part time work while studying, focus on final year of undergraduate studies.