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Granny Motuba

@grannymotuba

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I’m a Communications & PR Specialist delivering strategic, hands-on impact.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a PR and communications role where I can combine strategy and hands-on execution—advising leadership, strengthening stakeholder trust, and delivering high-quality internal/external content, campaigns, and crisis-ready communication.

I’m a Communications Specialist with extensive experience in External, Internal, Customer Communication, and PR Management, with a global perspective and strategic, hands-on delivery spanning more than 15 years. I’ve contributed to multinationals such as AREVA and Accenture, and well-established South African brands including FNB, Old Mutual Emerging Markets, Aspen Pharmacare, and Intercare Health Services.

In my most recent role as a Communications & PR Specialist, I develop annual communications strategies, create and manage company content across channels, and advise leadership on community relations and crisis communication. I lead end-to-end work—from stakeholder engagement, ideation, copywriting, and script writing to events management, media liaison, and social media/community management—always aiming to improve brand health and strengthen stakeholder trust.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Internal Communications Advisor

Royal Ink

Mar 2012 - Dec 2012 (9 months)

Developed internal communication strategies for crisis management, creating employee engagement tactics and medium-to-long term plans for client stakeholders. Produced issues management reports related to the Marikana Crisis and conceptualized employee events.

Internal Communications Crisis Communications Employee Engagement Content Development Strategy Planning

Freelance Columnist

The Mail & Guardian

Jan 2002 - Jan 2006 (4 years)

Wrote arts and media columns, providing critical commentary on postmodern African women’s literature, television shows, and theatre with a focus on artistic expression and social relevance. Reviewed and analyzed media content to support nation-building narratives.

Column Writing Theatre Reviews Copywriting Editorial Research