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Work History
Education
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Timeline
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Sinah Ndala

Pretoria

Summary

Ambitious communications specialist possessing strong public relations, communication and project management skills .Excels in managing both traditional and digital communications,enforcing proactive media engagements plans. Experienced in designing targeted communications campaigns with a proven success track
record across diverse industries.


Overview

13
years of professional experience

Work History

Council For The Built Environment

Communications Associate
07.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Enhancing brand visibility by strategically developing and executing targeted communication campaigns.
  • Spearheading media relations efforts, building strong relationships with key industry influencers and media outlets.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to create cohesive messaging for communication materials.
  • Copyediting and proofreading company newsletters, print materials and press releases before dispersal.
  • Streamlining internal communication processes by implementing effective communication tools and platforms.
  • Driving social media engagement with creative content creation.
  • Coordinating creative visual designs to effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences.
  • Supporting with event planning and coordination.
  • Analyzing metrics from various communication channels to determine areas for improvement and optimize future initiatives.


NOTEWORTHY ACHIVEMENTS & PROJECTS


  • Organizing high-profile corporate webinar event series for women in the built environment , contributing to a positive brand image and increased


  • Led the first Built Environment Climate Change Indaba(BECC 2023) communications and marketing campaign which


  • Led the first Built Environment Recognition Awards( BERA) communications


Council For The Built Environment

Lead Project Coordinator
11.2016 - 07.2022

Job overview

  • Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
  • Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
  • Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
  • Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
  • Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.

Council For The Scientific Industry Research

Project Administrator
03.2016 - 10.2016

Job overview


  • Lead all aspects of project administration and document for the projects by various project team leaders;
  • Managed the arranged logistics for the meetings and workshops including booking venues, arranging of refreshments etc.
  • Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication channels and implementing effective tracking systems.
  • Maintained accurate records of all project-related expenses to facilitate budget tracking and financial reporting.
  • Established strong relationships with internal departments such as finance and procurement for smooth collaboration in meeting project requirements.
  • Assisted in the preparation of final project reports and presentations.


Council For The Built Environment

Project Coordinator
10.2013 - 03.2016

Job overview

Project Coordinator

  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve seamless collaboration in achieving project objectives.
  • Prepared and organized of the department files and develop an efficient filling systems for the department
  • Arranged travel and accommodation for team members and project partners.
  • Managed administrative logistics of meeting/workshops planning


Tempest Car Hire

Marketing Assistant Extern
02.2011 - 10.2013

Job overview

  • Managed the Web research and updating their web content
  • Supported content creation for corporate social responsibility initiatives, showcasing company values and community involvement efforts to strengthen brand reputation.
  • Proofread marketing collateral ahead of printing to eliminate errors.
  • Supported editing Adverts and proof reading the content for newsletters
  • In charge of the delivering and collecting branding
  • Managed the process of invoices process for marketing
  • Supported the writing content for newsletters and other internal publications
  • Coordinated events and corporate gifts
  • Maintained communication with our partners
  • Ensured that stock is count on a regular base and oversee the marketing store room.


Education

Enteprises - University of Pretoria
Pretoria

Programme in Project Management from Project Management
01.2020

University Overview

  • Practices and Scheduling
  • Project Risk Management
  • Principles, Practices and Scheduling
  • Legal Aspects for Project Managers
  • Project Procurement and Contract Management
  • Project Procurement and Contract Management
  • Project Quality Management
  • Financial Principles and Project Cost Management
  • The people-side of Project Management
  • Project Management in the Business Context

Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria

B TECH from Business Communication
12.2018

University Overview

BTECH : Business Communications

  • Economics 1 &2
  • Advertising and Marketing Communications
  • Communications
  • Research Methodology

Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria, South Africa

National Diploma from Business Communications
04.2012

University Overview

National Diploma : Business Communication

  • Communications Science
  • English for Public Relations
  • Advertising and Marketing Communications
  • Public Relations
  • Media Studies
  • Management Principles and Practices

Skills

  • Media Relations
  • Social Media Management
  • Multimedia Production
  • Event Coordination
  • Strategy Implementation
  • Campaign Development
  • Copywriting
  • Internal Communications
  • Web Content Management

Timeline

Communications Associate
Council For The Built Environment
07.2022 - Current
Lead Project Coordinator
Council For The Built Environment
11.2016 - 07.2022
Project Administrator
Council For The Scientific Industry Research
03.2016 - 10.2016
Project Coordinator
Council For The Built Environment
10.2013 - 03.2016
Marketing Assistant Extern
Tempest Car Hire
02.2011 - 10.2013
Enteprises - University of Pretoria
Programme in Project Management from Project Management
Tshwane University of Technology
B TECH from Business Communication
Tshwane University of Technology
National Diploma from Business Communications
Sinah Ndala