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Renga Matanda

@rengamatanda

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Experienced public relations consultant with a decade of expertise.

Botswana

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters creativity and strategic communication, with opportunities for growth.

I am a vibrant professional with over 10 years of experience in Public Relations and Corporate Communications. My career has been marked by significant contributions to renowned firms across Africa, particularly in the Financial Services, Transport, Energy, Medical, Hospitality, and Telecommunications sectors. I have had the honor of servicing various Ministries within the Botswana Government, which has enriched my understanding of public relations in a governmental context.

Currently, I serve as the Managing Director of RM Sesinyi Pvt Ltd, where I lead the overall operations and business strategy. My role involves overseeing public relations and corporate communications, focusing on medical and surgical devices and clinical training. I am passionate about developing effective public relations strategies and have successfully collaborated with leading corporate brands to enhance their communication efforts.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Corporate Affairs Officer

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MidasTouch Public Relations

Feb 2021 - Present (4 years 7 months)

Consulting for leading corporate brands in Botswana, focusing on public relations strategy, corporate communications, and crisis management. Collaborating closely with clients to enhance their public image.

Public Relations Strategy Corporate Communications Crisis Management

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Managing Director

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RM Sesinyi Pvt Ltd

Dec 2014 - Present (10 years 9 months)

Leading and overseeing overall operations and business strategy in public relations, corporate communications, and medical devices. Focused on delivering high-quality services to clients in various sectors.

Public Relations Corporate Communications Business Strategy Stakeholder Engagement Crisis Management

Senior Corporate Affairs Officer

Botswana Development Corporation

Jan 2018 - Jan 2021 (2 years 11 months)

Driving external stakeholder engagement and managing communications for the corporation. Responsible for drafting reports, media relations, and crisis communications.

Stakeholder Engagement Media Relations Crisis Communications

Senior Public Relations Consultant

Hotwire Public Relations Company

Jan 2017 - Jan 2018 (1 year)

Managing public relations teams and overseeing quality control of communications. Providing strategic advice and support to clients in various sectors.

Team Management Quality Control Public Relations Strategy Crisis Management

Senior Public Relations Practitioner

Hotwire Public Relations Company

Jul 2015 - Jan 2018 (2 years 6 months)

Building client stakeholder relationships and managing internal and external communications. Developed PR strategies and managed press relations.

Stakeholder Management Internal Communications PR Strategy Financial Communications

Sales and Communications Consultant

Independent

Apr 2014 - Apr 2015 (1 year)

B2B business development for local SMME companies, focusing on market engagement and relationship building.

Business Development Communication Strategy Networking

Public Relations Graduate Intern

Attorney General's Chambers for the Republic of Botswana

Jul 2012 - Feb 2014 (1 year 7 months)

Assisted in public relations activities, including press releases and media engagements. Developed communication procedures for the Chambers.

Public Relations Event Coordination

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Monash University

Bachelor of Arts, Communications & Writing

2008 - 2012

Activities and societies: Magazine Founder & Editor: Monash University International Student Magazine (MIMA). General Secretary of the Monash University Volunteer Program (MUVP).

My studies included projects for both print and broadcasting, spanning over Investigative, Economic and Feature journalism reporting. Compulsory courses included Cultural and Communications Policy and International Studies. Elective courses taken included Marketing theory and Practice.

Westwood International School

Diploma, International Baccalaureate

2006 - 2007

Activities and societies: Appointed by the school to be IB student representative at the annual YOHO Youth Conference.

Subjects taken included English (Higher Level), History (Higher Level), Spanish (ab initio), Business Studies (Standard Level), Biology (Standard Level), Math Studies, Theory of Knowledge, CAS, and Extended Essay in History.