Petra Petro Ebete
Communications Officer
Langebaan,Western Cape
Summary
Reputed Public Figure , Communications Officer and Radio Presenter eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel. Versatile personality offering 16 years in broadcasting, communication and public speaking across International, National and Local formats. Confident and articulate with excellent people and communication skills. Exceptional ability to solve conflict and problems in an honest way and with integrity. Love diversity and embracing different cultures.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Communications Officer
Saldanha Bay Municipality: Executive Mayor, Alderman Marius Koen
Vredenburg, Western Cape
02.2017 - Current
- Responsible for the image of the Executive Mayor in the media.
- Create effective communication strategies for the Executive Mayor.
- Coordinate external and internal communications flow.
- Write content for Facebook (Social media.)
- Plan events and community engagements.
- Communicate with media regularly.
- Manage media inquiries and arrange interviews, statements etc.
- Build long-term relationships with influencers and key stakeholders
- Collaborate with various stakeholders.
- Wrote speeches, forewords.
- Part of the Production team that created video clips for social media.
- Engaged with community members daily to resolve conflict and complains.
- Attend community meetings/ projects and general engagements.
- Master of ceremonies at various Municipal, Mayoral and Ministerial events.
- Liaison between the community and the Office of the Executive Mayor for local and Provincial affairs.
- Team leader for Mayor's media team.
- Represented office at multiple public forums.
- Acted as point of contact for inbound media related calls.
- Listened carefully to each resident, asking vital questions and worked hard to keep resident calm in very stressful situations.
- Multitasked effectively by speaking to residents and simultaneously typing information into system/ record book to maintain optimal performance levels.
- General assistance to the Executive Mayor as needed.
- Worked closely with Executive Mayor to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Delivered exceptional level of service to each resident by listening to concerns and answering questions.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
Radio Presenter & Producer
SABC Radio (Radio Sonder Grense)
Cape Town, Sea Point, Western Cape
04.2007 - 11.2009
- National radio broadcasting.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Field reporter.
- Outside broadcaster.
- Announced different parts of radio broadcasts including ads, song switches.
- Presenter at Klein Karoo Nasionale Kunstefees (KKNK.)
- Engaged with audience members through telephone calls and personal commentary on musical selections and other items of interest.
- Did ad hoc work.
- Responsible for editing of sound recordings.
- Producer of radio interviews and required programs.
Community Radio Presenter
Radio West Coast 92.3 FM
Vredenburg, Western Cape
04.2006 - 02.2009
- Community radio presenter.
- Eliminated downtime and maximized revenue by providing top project quality control.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Served customers in a friendly, efficient manner following outlined steps of service.
- Radio trainer and mentor.
- Field and outside broadcaster.
Education
No Degree - Certificate in Journalism And Media Studies
INTEC College
Cape Town ( Distance Learning) 01.2004 - 08.2005
No Degree - Radio Broadcasting
INTEC College
Cape Town (Distance Learning) 08.2006 - 09.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Science
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Cape Town (Distance Learning) 03.2021 - 06.2024
Skills
Problem-solving skills
Supervising staff
Written and verbal communication
Social media platforms
Event Coordination
Strategic Planning
Public Relations
Customer service
Building media relations
Public speaking
Speech Writing
Analytical skills
Multitasking abilities
Computer proficiency
Detail-oriented
Teamwork
Effective problem solving
Contact details
Petra Petro Ebete
(M) +27 61 051 7433
(E) pattramei@gmail.com
I have a valid driver's license and no criminal record.
Accomplishments
- International ASPOB Honorary Award (Nigeria 2015)
- International Honorary Award Department English ( Nigeria 2015)
- Regional Young Communicators Award ( 2003)
- Field radio reporter at President Jacob Zuma's opening of the Industrial Development Zone (IDZ) Saldanha (2013)
- Responsible for media logistics for Premier Alan Winde (2017- 2021)
- Interviewed and engaged with various Provincial Ministers (2009- 2021)
- Top 100 Finalist for SABC 3 Presenter Search, South Africa (2015)
- Vocal Coach and Mentor, Miss Teen South Africa International (2014)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
swipe to browse
Quote
I can’t understand why people are frightened of new ideas. I’m frightened of the old ones.
John Cage
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Science
University of South Africa (UNISA)
03.2021 - 06.2024
Communications Officer
Saldanha Bay Municipality: Executive Mayor, Alderman Marius Koen
02.2017 - Current
Radio Presenter & Producer
SABC Radio (Radio Sonder Grense)
04.2007 - 11.2009
No Degree - Radio Broadcasting
INTEC College
08.2006 - 09.2007
Community Radio Presenter
Radio West Coast 92.3 FM
04.2006 - 02.2009
No Degree - Certificate in Journalism And Media Studies
INTEC College
01.2004 - 08.2005