Mmaneo Onicca KwaKwa
Strategic Communicator And Political Executive
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Summary
Strategic Communicator with extensive corporate experience developing and implementing innovative digital, internal and external communication strategies. Presents advanced writing, strategic planning and corporate communications skills. Committed to supporting company's initiatives and programs. Ambitious Communications Specialist possessing strong public relations, communication and project management abilities. Excels in managing print communications and enforcing proactive media plans. Diverse credentials in both private and public industry sectors. Communicative and motivated individual well-versed in conducting creative, proactive media outreach and pitch ideas. Recognized as strong team player with background in copywriting and editing.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Outreach Officer
Department of Basic Education
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Conducted assessments to identify community needs and opportunities for program development.
- Raised public awareness of available resources and services through marketing campaigns, social media, and public speaking engagements.
- Streamlined the application process for clients seeking assistance from the organization, resulting in faster response times and increased accessibility.
- Collaborated with internal teams to design educational materials for outreach programs.
- Coordinate and provide Ministry program plans, and help formulate,
implement, and maintain Ministry events - Coordinate the participation of community in Department of Basic Education
- Help cultivate relationships between Ministry and stakeholders
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisors.
Member of the Executive Council (MEC)
Department of Sport, Arts and Culture
04.2016 - 03.2018
- Coordinated the work of the Department
- Accounted to the Premier and the Legislature
- Played oversight on the work of the department
- Ensured implementation of the Departments Strategic Plan and Annual
Performance Plan - Delegated certain responsibilities to Head of Departmental
- Managed Stakeholders
- Established long-term stakeholder relationships through consistent delivery of high-quality services.
- Enhanced stakeholder satisfaction by streamlining communication channels and improving response times.
- Developed innovative solutions to complex problems, resulting in improved Departmetal performance.
- Mentored junior staff members for accelerated career growth, developing future leaders within the Department.
Member of the Legislature (MPL)
Limpopo Legislature
05.2014 - 04.2016
- Representation of constituency in the legislature
- Deliberations of policy and reports
- Proposed and amended legislation
- Authorized Departmental expenditure
- Played oversight on department and other public entities
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Political Committee Researcher
Limpopo Legislature
04.2003 - 03.2014
- Provided effective and efficient research support to Study Groups, ANC MP’s and Legislature
- Developed and conducted in-depth analysis and research using secondary research methodology in the main, with aspects of primary research;
- Work in particular ANC Study Groups, and study group clusters to enhance overall effectiveness of the study group and Legislature
- Provide appropriate research support to a study group and Committee work
- Wrote research position papers; analytical documents; briefing documents; speaking notes and with guidance craft questions to the Executive;
- Assessed the impact of policy options;
- Prepared briefings and summary notes for MPs
- Assisted ANC Party Caucus in its oversight functions
- Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
- Conducted thorough literature reviews to identify gaps in knowledge and inform future research directions.
- Maintained detailed records of experimental procedures, observations, and results for accurate reporting and replication purposes.
- Presented research findings at national and international conferences, raising the profile of the institution.
Youth Officer
Establishment for Youth Development
01.2002 - 12.2003
- Developed, researched, analyzed, planned and implemented youth development programs
- Oversaw implementation and sustainability of youth development projects
- Reported and made recommendations for effective operations of the youth development section of the council
- Compiled a Youth Work Annual Report.
- Involved in daily monitoring of training activities and provided one-on-one support to local service providers and partners and other relevant key stakeholders
- Recruited trained, and supervised volunteers to assist with program implementation and event coordination.
- Designed customized intervention strategies tailored to the unique needs of individual participants experiencing difficulties or challenges.
- Managed budgets effectively while ensuring adequate resources were allocated for program success.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining accurate records of program activities and participant progress.
Education
Masters - Politics
UNISA
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
Honors Degree I - Politics
UNISA
Pretoria 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Politics
UNISA
Pretoria 04.2001 -
Advanced Certificate - in Governance And Public Lead
WITS School of Governance)
Johannesburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Project Management
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
Diploma - Hotel Management And Food Services
Capricorn TVET
Polokwane, South Africa 04.2001 -
Matric Certifcate -
Bokamoso High School-Polokwane)
Polokwane, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Community engagement
Fundraising strategies
Marketing communications
Crisis management
Strategic partnerships
Stakeholder management
Policy advocacy
Collaboration
Communications strategies
Public relations
Communications management
Volunteer management
Campaign management
Event management
Partnership development
References
1. Mr Dingaan Ngobeni
Department of Basic Education
Contact Number: 0795059124
2. Contact Person- Elias Nong
Former Chief Whip
Contact Number-0825661799
3. Contact Person- S. Mothoa
Limpopo Legislature
Contact Number: 0156338000
Timeline
Community Outreach Officer
Department of Basic Education
01.2023 - 12.2024
Member of the Executive Council (MEC)
Department of Sport, Arts and Culture
04.2016 - 03.2018
Member of the Legislature (MPL)
Limpopo Legislature
05.2014 - 04.2016
Political Committee Researcher
Limpopo Legislature
04.2003 - 03.2014
Youth Officer
Establishment for Youth Development
01.2002 - 12.2003
Masters - Politics
UNISA
04.2001 -
Honors Degree I - Politics
UNISA
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Politics
UNISA
04.2001 -
Advanced Certificate - in Governance And Public Lead
WITS School of Governance)
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Project Management
University of Pretoria
04.2001 -
Diploma - Hotel Management And Food Services
Capricorn TVET
04.2001 -
Matric Certifcate -
Bokamoso High School-Polokwane)
04.2001 -
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