Kanego Denilson Lewele
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POLOKWANE
Summary
Communications Specialist with 15+ years of experience in government communications. Skilled in internal communication, content development, intranet management, brand strategy, and campaign execution. Proven ability to craft clear, engaging messages across platforms and lead impactful communication initiatives. Strong writing, editing, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Director for Internal and Corporate Communication
Limpopo Department of Health
06.2016 - Current
- Lead internal communication strategies aligned with departmental goals
- Develop and edit content for newsletters, intranet, posters, flyers, and corporate messages
- Manage intranet updates and content accuracy
- Execute internal campaigns and monitor performance
- Ensure brand consistency and corporate identity compliance
- Liaise with directorates for content editing and translation
- Report on communication activities and challenges
- Coordinate exhibitions and awareness campaigns
- Manage digital channels (Facebook, X, WhatsApp, Bulk SMS) and track analytics
Communication Officer
Mpumalanga Provincial Treasury
01.2009 - 05.2016
- Produced content for publications and digital platforms
- Disseminated corporate messages via internal channels
- Managed intranet content and ensured timely updates
- Organised internal campaigns and stakeholder forums
- Monitored and reported campaign effectiveness
Education
BA Honours - Integrated Organisational Communication
UNISA
BA - Communication Science
UNISA
National Diploma - Journalism
Tshwane University of Technology
Senior Certificate - undefined
Mmalesiba High School
Skills
- Internal and External Communications
- Content Development and Editorial Writing
- Intranet and Website Content Management
- Corporate Branding and Marketing
- Campaign Planning and Execution
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Research and Report Writing
- Tools: MS Office, Canva, Hootsuite, CMS, Social Media Analytics
Certification
Stakeholder Relations Management – PROVOX, 2014
References
- Neil, Shikwambana, Director: Corporate Communication, neil.shikwambana@dhsd.limpopo.gov, 066 479 9887, Limpopo Dept. of Health
- Letshela, Jonas, Director: Communication, lajonas@mpg.gov.za, 079 500 0154, 013 766 4439, Mpumalanga Provincial Treasury
- Kelemogile, Moseki, Former DD: Communication, KelemogileM@sassa.gov.za, 081 333 0990, Limpopo Dept. of Health
Timeline
Assistant Director for Internal and Corporate Communication
Limpopo Department of Health
06.2016 - Current
Communication Officer
Mpumalanga Provincial Treasury
01.2009 - 05.2016
BA - Communication Science
UNISA
National Diploma - Journalism
Tshwane University of Technology
Senior Certificate - undefined
Mmalesiba High School
BA Honours - Integrated Organisational Communication
UNISA