NATASHA RUGARE KOKAI
** ******** ****, *********, ******
Cell No: 078*-***-***/077*******
Email: *************@*****.***
Dear Sir/Madam
Re: APPLICATION FOR A JOB VACANCY .
Media and Social Studies graduate with robust analytical and organizational skills and media understanding. Who is eager to leverage her education and relevant experience in a practical setting. High level of technical across a range of functional activities and operates within strict operational and management guidelines. A confident communicator in English and Shona, who effectively collaborates with colleagues, senior management, external partners and key stakeholders and accomplishes set goal in a timely manner under minimum supervision. I am a proficient user of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), Graphic design software as well (Adobe Creative Suite). During my 1 year industrial attachment with Zimpapers Group in a similar capacity, I have managed to polish my skills as a media personnel in a dominating media and journalism environment. I possess working knowledge of fundamental media and journalism practice and have accepted journalism and media principles. My expertise in media and social science takes me a step further than those of peers. I possess critical thinking skills that are needed to anticipate issues and information requirements. Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Sincerely
Natasha Rugare Kokai
Natasha Rugare Kokai
A Motivated arts and media graduate, seeking a position as a News Reporter which I will utilise the professional and technical skills developed through my past work experience in my journalism field. I have got a methodological, customer focused approach to work and a strong drive to see things through to completion. In my current job I have managed to work with people from various background, with a clear understand of their needs and expectations. Personal Details
Name: Natasha Rugare
Surname Kokai
Gender: Female
Nationality: Zimbabwean
Marital Status: Married
Date of Birth: 05 September 1996
National I.D Number: 63 – 2172259 J66
Residential Address: 24 Arcturus Road, Highlands, Harare Mobile Number: 078*-***-***/077*-***-***
Email Address: *************@*****.***
Languages: English and Shona
Contact
Address
24 Arcturus Road,
Highlands Harare
Phone
+263-***-***-***/0776
413 627
*************@*****.***
Skills
• Good customer handling
• Ability to provide
administrative support
via phone and email
• Calendar management
and keeping schedules
as planned.
• Good communication
skills
• Proficient in Microsoft
Office Suite (Word,
Excel, Outlook)
Education
Midlands State University
Bachelors Media and Society Studies Honours Degree July 2016 – May 2020
Academic Qualification
Advanced Level
Glen Norah 1 High School
Duration 2014-2015
Ordinary Level
Highfield 1 High School
Duration 2010-2013
Work Experience
June 2018 - December 2019: Junior Reporter
Zimpapers Group (Industrial Attachment)
• Collect, verify and analyze thoroughly newsworthy information
• Assemble findings into a stable story
• Write and deliver news stories with the reader’s perspective in mind
• Publish or broadcast news stories
• Receive assignments or investigate news leads/tips
• Abide by journalism’s ethics and codes
• Contact, interview and research sources
• Maintain notes and audio recordings
• Cooperate with reporters, chief editor, producers Personal attributes
• Ability to take advice from
other fellow workmates.
• Ability to learn new systems
introduced.
• Ability to work under pressure
with minimum supervision.
• Able to prioritize and organize
workload.
Hobbies
Reading
Solving crossword puzzles
Problem-solving
Watching documentaries
• Stay up-to-date with the latest current events in the “beat” by studying papers, attending events etc.
Pro Metra Zimbabwe
January 2022 – September 2022 Public Relations Assistant
• Establish communication goals
• Assess their company's or client's public image
• Develop press releases
• Write speeches
• Correspond with news media
• Review marketing material
• Respond to public events and inquiries
TM Pick n Pay
June 2023-August 2024 Customer handling and services Cashier
Career Objectives
• To work in an organization that offers diverse opportunities for growth, development and recognition of my best abilities.
• To work in an organization that offers stability and challenges in a dynamic environment
• To join and grow in a progressive organization where the blend of my personal.
References
Mr W. Muchinguri
Zimpapers Group
Corner George Silundika and Sam
Nujoma Avenue, Harare
Cell: +263-***-***-***
Mr B. Munyengeterwa
Pro Metra Zimbabwe
38 Baines Avenue, Harare
Cell: +263-***-***-***
Mr K Mapfumo
Pick n Pay Highland Park
No 1 Acturus Rd Highlands
Harare
+263 868*-******
• Attributes and educational skills can help in achieving the goals of the company. I would
• Like to exploit my potential and sense of obligation for the benefit of the organization and also my benefit.