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Ziphozethu Sonjica Curriculum Vitae

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Nationality: South African.

ID Number: 910-***-**** 082.

Race and Gender: African Female

Marital Status: Single

Criminal Record: No

Languages: English, Xhosa

Availability: As soon as possible.

NB: Willing to relocate

Education

BA Strategic Communication in Marketing Communication University of Johannesburg, 2022

Grade 12 Certificate

Ulwazi High School, 2010

Work Experience

Organization

Name

Job Title and Duties Work Type Employm

ent

Status

Reason for

Leaving

Period

YES Youth

Mercedes Benz

Learnership

* Ensured the production of graphic

content for marketing purposes and digital

communication across all relevant digital

platforms, adhering to task requirements

and company briefs.

* Responsibilities included photography,

content editing, videography, and content

curation.

* Spearheaded the development and

execution of a comprehensive digital

strategy, driving a 15% increase in online

revenue.

* Crafted high-performing social media ad

scripts, resulting in a 25% boost in

Learnership Current N/A Start Date: 1 Apr

2024

End Date:

click-through rates and a 10% reduction in

customer acquisition costs.

Easy Step Shoe

Repairs (Highway)

Administrative Clerk/Officer

* Provided registry counter services,

welcoming and assisting clients.

* Handled phone calls and inquiries,

registered mail and files, and directed clients

to appropriate personnel.

* Operated office equipment,

communicated with internal and external

contacts, and managed the visit register.

* Performed general administrative tasks,

including typing correspondence and

addressing customer inquiries.

* Ensured quality assurance in mail

handling and provided records management

services.

* Maintained records for archived

documents and coordinated office cleaning

activities.

* Delivered customer care services,

addressing queries and providing

assistance.

Contract Previous Contract ended. Start Date: 5 Sep 2022

End Date: 29 Mar

2024

Volkswagen

Group SA

Marketing Communications Mentorship

* Shadowed the Head of Marketing

Communications, assisting with their work

and that of the marketing team.

* Gained practical experience in marketing

communication practices across social,

press, and digital platforms.

Bursary Previous Mentorship was

only for 6-weeks.

Start Date: 18 Jul

2022

End Date: 26 Aug

2022

ETDP SETA-

NEHAWU

Gauteng

Provincial Office

Placement

Administrative Clerk Intern

* Assisted with employee labour and

CCMA cases, as well as Union’s Provincial

Congress administration.

* Supported the Department of Labour

Relation’s policy amendment practices and

updates.

* Assisted in facilitating member strikes.

* Supported the execution of internal and

external communication strategies for

awareness campaigns.

* Evaluated the union’s internal

communication practices and member

complaints.

Internship Previous End of contract Start Date: 5 Jul 2021

End Date: 30

June 2022

6Band Events Communications Officer

* Developed and executed communication

campaigns to enhance organizational

awareness.

* Identified, researched, and pitched

positive stories for media coverage.

* Compiled, edited, and produced internal

and external communication materials.

* Managed media relations by responding

to media queries and writing press releases.

* Coordinated and produced internal

newsletters.

* Handled public inquiries through official

communication platforms.

* Assisted in reputation management and

supported internal clients in producing

marketing materials.

* Collaborated with teams to communicate

event details and manage special event

announcements.

Contract Previous End of Contract Start Date: 1 Jul 2019

End Date: 30

June 2021

Key Competencies

● Time Management

● Reputation Management

● Report Writing & Research

● Media Liaison & Paid Media Marketing

● Digital Marketing & Social Media Management

● Brand Management & Marketing

● Campaign Planning & Execution (incl. Advertising Strategies)

● Internal and External Communication

● Expert Writing and Editing Skills

● Problem-Solving

● Analytical Thinking

● Stakeholder Engagement

● Typing & Administrative duties

Technical Skills

● Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

● Content Management Systems (CMS)

● Social Media Management Tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Sprout Social)

● Media Monitoring and Evaluation Tools

● Email Marketing Platforms (e.g., Mailchimp)

Additional Information

● Willing to travel and work after hours as required.

● Able to work independently and manage multiple projects under pressure.

● Customer / client orientated

● Ability to liaise with clients and stakeholders in the relevant field.

● Knowledge of Batho Pele principles.

● PFMA and Public Service Act and Regulations

● Knowledge of registry, internal audit and a political office environment.

● Knowledge of the Public Service Legislative Framework

● Basic office administration practice.

References

Bridget

Harpur

Head of Marketing Communications Mentor 082******* Tlokotsi Herry

Maake

NEHAWU Supervisor 082*******

Tshepiso Julia

Leeu

6 Band Events Employer 083*******

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