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Raisibe Kganyago
Public Relations And Communications Practitioner
7308 Rampa Street, Orlando West, Soweto, Johannesburg
Summary
I am an enthusiastic and a confident Public Relations and Communications Practitioner with expertise in anticipating professional needs and proactively identifying and resolving problems, proven to promote organization and availability through effective schedule development. My ambition within the Public Relations Industry would be to form effective relationships among organizations and as well as to protect and promote organizations images .I am an organized and a dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and with the willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.I am also a hardworking and a passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an entry-level within the Public Relations and Communications position. I am ready to help the team achieve company goals. I am a well all round detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills, and with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
6
6
Languages
Work History
Public Relations Work Integrated Learning
Jack Malatji -(Consumer Goods And Services Ombud Organization)
Randburg, Johannesburg
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Designed paid client ads for use on diverse social media platforms
- Conducted daily updates to social media profiles to boost company online presence
- Moderated social media accounts for constructive, brand appropriate communications
- Created engaging content to catch attention of potential customers
- Created content strategies for digital media
- Responded to comments, posts, and questions from social media
- Wrote a Media Release
- Maximized strategic approaches by keeping close eye on performance and making appropriate adjustments
- Developed original content for blog posts and website articles.
- Helped plan and execute private, company, and client events.
- Prepared social media posts and videos with eye for viral content strategies.
- Responded to media inquiries, monitored media coverage and created press reports to influence public narrative.
- Built and maintained relationships with relevant media outlets and journalists.
- Wrote and distributed press releases and social media content for clients and company.
- Assisted in developing media strategies and campaigns for client needs.
- Coordinated media events, photo opportunities and press interviews to drive client engagement.
- Tracked and reported on success of campaigns and public relations efforts.
- Drafted, edited and distributed press releases, media advisories and other public relations materials.
- Maintained and updated media contact lists and databases for ease of access.
- Researched and wrote articles for company newsletters and magazines.
- Built strong relationships with media outlets and communications professionals to expand personal network.
- Increased awareness of company services and products with implementation of PR strategies.
- Created media kits and utilized promotional materials to meet specific strategic initiatives.
- Supported public relations manager with writing, researching and preparation of materials
- Facilitated press conferences and other outreach events to raise visibility of organization.
- Drafted press releases detailing relevant newsworthy information and supporting brand image, and worked with news media to spread positions.
- Engaged in professional networking to maintain strong relationships with communications and media professionals to drive partnerships and effective dissemination of mass communications.
- Prepared or edited organizational publications such as employee newsletters or stockholder reports for internal or external audiences.
- Developed and implemented social media strategy to increase engagement and reach new audiences.
- Coordinated media interviews with organization staff, board members and volunteers.
- Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to identify key messages and create compelling content for press releases and other materials.
- Managed media relations for organizations to produce successful results.
- Created and executed targeted PR campaigns to raise awareness of organization and initiatives.
- Monitored media coverage and produced detailed reports to analyze impact of PR efforts.
- Produced and distributed brochures, newsletters and press kits.
- Increased revenues and supported business goals by developing public relations strategies and campaigns.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with public by utilizing strategic plans.
- Conducted media relations and responded to media requests for information.
- Developed comprehensive media outreach plan to increase visibility of organization in local, regional and national markets.
- Used various social media platforms for media and blogger outreach.
- Wrote press releases and other materials utilizing SEO practices.
- Cultivated strong relationships with media representatives to secure widespread coverage and feature stories.
- Studied objectives, promotional policies or needs of organizations to develop public relations strategies influencing public opinion or promoting ideas.
- Worked closely with business partners to develop consistent messaging across platforms and departments.
Student Council Representative Committee
Priscilla Masina (IIE Rosebank College)
Braamfontein, Johannesburg
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Academic Portfolio
- Managed student on the teaching and learning environment and channeled such feedback through the appropriate institutional structures
- Contributed towards a positive academic atmosphere through the arrangement of various activities
- Allocated different responsibilities to the committee members and actively manage timelines and deliverables
- Ensured that meetings were arranged and that meetings take place through the support of the secretarial portfolio professional as well as the nominator person
- Honored and respected the mentorship relationship by attending meetings and actively engaging with the mentor to promote self- development
- Managed student feedback on the teaching and learning environment and channel such feedback through the appropriate
- Represented student body at school district, board of education and civic events.
- Communicated student ideas and requests to council officers during meetings.
- Voted during school and council elections.
- Participated in election and campaign process, gathering student support and votes.
- Reported council plans and results to student body.
- Served on various council committees under officer supervision.
- Volunteered for school and council-sponsored events.
- Recruited other council members to participate on specific committees.
- Informed officers of committee progress and specific problems that arose.
- Met with teachers and parents to discuss student council needs, plans and events.
- Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
Education
Diploma - Public Relations
ROSEBANK COLLEGE(IIE)
23 Jorissen Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg 01.2020 - 12.2022
Grade 12 Matric - Matriculation
Hoërskool Gerrit Maritz
62 Daan De Wet Nel Drive, Pretoria North, Pretoria 01.2014 - 12.2018
Skills
Interpersonal skillsWriting SkillsCommunication skillsTeamworkPresentation SkillsContent DevelopmentClient InteractionsOnline Presence MonitoringGood people skillsLeadership skillsActive listeningConflict management skillsSocial Media ExpertiseSocial Ad CampaignsSocial Content PlanningProgress MonitoringMultitasking and copIng
Work Under pressure
CreativityIncreasing EngagementPersistence and Determination
Flexible and adaptableOrganizational and timeManagement skillsExcel, WordOutlook and PowerPointMedia kit preparation
Media relations
Recordkeeping
Communications support
Press releases
Research and due diligence
PR strategy development
Teambuilding
Critical Thinking
Good Telephone Etiquette
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 4 people in the development of Mobile digital App of the organization I did my work integrated at, Consumer Goods and Services Ombud organization.
Affiliations
- American Marketing Association
- Project Management Institute
Certification
[Public Relations Qualification Certificate ], [ IIE Rosebank College] [5 July 2023]
Interests
Reading
Writing
Public Speaking
Presenting
Media and Communications
Humanities Studies
Drawing
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved.
Helen Keller
Timeline
[Public Relations Qualification Certificate ], [ IIE Rosebank College] [5 July 2023]
07-2023
[Leadership Committee Certificate] [Student Representative Council Committee], [IIE Rosebank College] [20 December 2023]
12-2022
Public Relations Work Integrated Learning
Jack Malatji -(Consumer Goods And Services Ombud Organization)
08.2022 - 01.2023
Student Council Representative Committee
Priscilla Masina (IIE Rosebank College)
03.2022 - 12.2022
Diploma - Public Relations
ROSEBANK COLLEGE(IIE)
01.2020 - 12.2022
Grade 12 Matric - Matriculation
Hoërskool Gerrit Maritz
01.2014 - 12.2018