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ELISABETH MASSAMBA

Windhoek,Namibia

Summary

Accomplished professional with expertise in strategic planning and execution, project lifecycle management, and stakeholder engagement. Demonstrates proficiency in campaign development and evaluation, cross-functional team leadership, and market research analysis. Skilled in budgeting, resource allocation, digital marketing strategy, and impact reporting. Committed to driving organisational success through innovative solutions and effective communication.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
10096
10096
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Public Relations Officer

MTC Namibia
Windhoek
06.2024 - 04.2025
  • Spearhead public relations campaigns to elevate brand visibility.
  • Manage strategic events, stakeholder communication, and crisis response.
  • Conduct research to inform data-driven communications strategies.

Corporate Affairs Administrator

MTC Namibia
Windhoek
12.2016 - 05.2024
  • Led project management for major initiatives including MTC Knockout Project and Namibian Annual Music Awards.
  • Organized annual media days and strategic public engagement initiatives.
  • Conducted market research and managed project budgets and deliverables.

Public Relations Intern

Ministry of Agriculture
01.2015 - 03.2015
  • Supported publicity strategies, media relations, and event organization for ministry campaigns.

Personal Assistant to CEO

TekTrade Namibia
04.2013 - 11.2014
  • Managed internal communication, research, event planning, and executive scheduling.

Education

Certificate - Fundamentals of Digital Marketing

Google Digital Garage
05.2023

Certificate - Project Management

University of Cape Town
Cape Town
03.2022

Master's Degree - English Studies

University of Namibia (UNAM)
Windhoek
10.2022

Honours Degree - Media Studies (Public Relations & English)

University of Namibia (UNAM)
Windhoek
04.2017

Diploma - Public Relations

University of Namibia (UNAM)
Windhoek
10.2013

Skills

  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Project Lifecycle Management
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
  • Campaign Development & Evaluation
  • Cross-functional Team Leadership
  • Market Research & Insight Analysis
  • Budgeting & Resource Allocation
  • Digital Marketing Strategy
  • Monitoring & Impact Reporting

Key Projects and Campaigns Led:

1. MTC 4 life Project

2. Women in Tech

3. Stop Workplace Bullying

4. MTC Branding and Marketing Indaba

5. The Namibian Annual Music Awards

6. HisStory

7. MTC Knockout projects

8. We race together

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:

1. MTC Branding and Marketing Indaba (2025)
i. Spearheaded the development and execution of MTC’s inaugural Branding and Marketing Indaba strategy, positioning MTC as a thought leader in branding and communications.
ii. Managed the end-to-end logistics, curated expert speaker engagements, and coordinated exhibitor relations to ensure a seamless experience across the three-day event.
iii. Delivered a high-profile strategic platform that strengthened stakeholder engagement and reinforced MTC’s brand leadership within the Namibian marketing industry.

2. Stop Workplace Bullying Campaign (2025)
i. Spearheaded the conceptualization and implementation of a workplace bullying awareness strategy to foster a safer and more respectful work environment.
ii. Executed a comprehensive multimedia campaign, including internal video content and a high-level expert panel discussion involving HR, Legal, and Ministry of Labour representatives.
iii. Delivered revised employee reporting frameworks and strengthened corporate commitment to employee welfare and accountability.

3. Women in Tech Campaign (2021–2025)
i. Spearheaded the design and launch of MTC’s Women in Tech strategy to promote diversity, inclusion, and empowerment within the technology sector.
ii. Managed stakeholder engagements, panel discussions, digital marketing activities, and partnerships to drive visibility for women-led innovation.
iii. Delivered measurable improvements in MTC’s brand positioning around gender diversity and technological empowerment across corporate and public audiences.

4. MTC4LIFE CSI Project (2022–2025)
i. Spearheaded efforts to establish and implement a strategy for uplifting 120 young people who are unemployed through targeted skills training.
ii. Achieved project completion within the designated timeframe and within the allocated budget across 9 of the 14 regions.
iii. Produced extensive project summaries for the past three fiscal years that guided corporate social investment decisions under the youth unemployment strategic pillar.

5. MTC Knockout Project (2019–2023)
i. Spearheaded the planning and execution of MTC Knockout Projects, addressing pressing societal issues such as homelessness and mental health awareness.
ii. Managed celebrity engagement strategies, fundraising campaigns, and event logistics, achieving record-breaking levels of public participation and media visibility.
iii. Delivered sustainable brand affinity growth and community impact, reinforcing MTC’s position as a socially responsible corporate leader.

6. The Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMA) (2016–2020)
i. Spearheaded the coordination and planning of the Namibian Annual Music Awards to position MTC as a patron of arts and culture.
ii. Managed artist relations, sponsor collaborations, event logistics, and national media campaigns to ensure a premium, televised event experience.
iii. Delivered increased brand equity for MTC, enhanced national recognition, and strengthened stakeholder partnerships through consistent, high-quality event execution.

Languages

English
Fluent
Oshiwambo
Fluent

References

  • Mr. John Ekongo, MTC Namibia, +264 61 280 2402, +264811002191 jekongo@mtc.com.na
  • Helmuth Angula, TekTrade Namibia, +264 812666444, helmuth.angula@hotmail.com
  • Dr. Nelson Mlambo, University of Namibia, +264 814218613, nmlambo@unam.na

Timeline

Public Relations Officer

MTC Namibia
06.2024 - 04.2025

Corporate Affairs Administrator

MTC Namibia
12.2016 - 05.2024

Public Relations Intern

Ministry of Agriculture
01.2015 - 03.2015

Personal Assistant to CEO

TekTrade Namibia
04.2013 - 11.2014

Certificate - Fundamentals of Digital Marketing

Google Digital Garage

Certificate - Project Management

University of Cape Town

Master's Degree - English Studies

University of Namibia (UNAM)

Honours Degree - Media Studies (Public Relations & English)

University of Namibia (UNAM)

Diploma - Public Relations

University of Namibia (UNAM)
ELISABETH MASSAMBA