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Taonga Dean nyemba

@taongadeannyemba

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Dynamic Public Relations Officer with expertise in marketing and journalism.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I seek a dynamic role that allows me to leverage my communication skills and marketing expertise while contributing to impactful public engagement.

I am a highly confident and motivated Public Relations Officer with extensive experience in marketing and journalism. My career has been marked by a passion for engaging with the public and a commitment to excellence in communication. I thrive in fast-paced environments, where my ability to adapt and meet deadlines has been crucial to my success.

Throughout my career, I have developed a diverse skill set that includes writing for the press, social media marketing, and customer engagement. My role as a Marketing Officer at GMG Mining Machines has allowed me to successfully manage marketing communications and conduct market research, leading to significant contracts and partnerships in the mining sector. As a Journalist at Zimpapers, I not only produced high-quality news content but also introduced a new website layout that boosted subscription rates by 20%.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Marketing Officer

Current

GMG Mining Machines

Jun 2022 - Present (3 years)

Responsible for developing areas such as sales management, product development, and distribution channel management. Managed marketing communications, including market research and customer service. Engaged with prospects to understand their needs, inform them of solutions, and positioned the organization as a trusted resource.

Sales Management Product Development Channel Management Market Research Customer Service Marketing Communications Social Media Marketing Email Marketing

Public Relations Officer

Office of the Presidential Envoy and Ambassador at Large to

Jun 2021 - Jun 2022 (1 year)

Worked closely with diplomatic and administrative staff on all aspects of the Embassy’s political, economic, commercial, and cultural outreach work. Supported the embassy in planning and implementing the annual public diplomacy plan. Helped facilitate in-country visits of investors or public sector contacts.

Public Relations Diplomatic Relations Event Planning Stakeholder Engagement Investor Relations Economic Outreach Public Diplomacy

Journalist

Zimpapers (H-Metro)

Feb 2019 - Jun 2021 (2 years 4 months)

Worked with the reporting team to develop stories daily in a 24/7 environment. Pitched story ideas for trending topics and created news series. Maintained high-quality outgoing news in both written and digital formats.

Journalism News Reporting Content Creation Digital Media Written Communication Community Engagement Interviewing Subscription Management

Social Media Manager

Punchstar Entertainment

Mar 2017 - Present (8 years 3 months)

Wrote, edited, and published content for all brand’s company social media profiles and partner channels. Maintained brand innovation and stayed updated on the latest social media trends. Monitored brand-related mentions and engaged with readers’ responses.

Social Media Management Content Creation Content Editing Content Publishing Innovation Blog Traffic Growth Customer Retention

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Great Zimbabwe University

Bachelor of Arts Honors Degree, Media & Cultural Studies

Studied Media & Cultural Studies, gaining a comprehensive understanding of media landscapes and cultural dynamics. Developed strong analytical and critical thinking skills applicable to various communication fields.