Hilia N. Sikanda
Windhoek
Summary
Astute leader and visionary skilled at assisting business executives in Communications and Marketing ventures. Proficient in managing and building lasting relationships with stakeholders. Dedicated to improving efficiency, maximizing performance and increasing client bases. Accomplished Chief Operations Officer skilled at designing and implementing operations.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CHIEF OPERATION OFFICER
FLEXONA Organizational Services
04.2023 - Current
- Provide management to staff and leadership to the organization that aligns with the company’s business plan and overall strategic vision.
- Work closely with senior management team to create, implement and roll out plans for operational processes.
- Championed a culture of continuous improvement, fostering collaboration between departments for optimal operational results.
DIPLOMATIC SPOUSE
08.2017 - 07.2021
- Accompany Spouse on Courtesy Ministerial and Diplomatic visits
- Be a good Ambassador for Namibia at Roundtable of Diplomatic Spouses events
- Assist Namibian students when a need arises
SENIOR MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
International University of Management, IUM
04.2015 - 07.2017
- Develop work plan and strategies for the Communications Unit
- Implemented effective crisis communication strategies to protect the University's reputation during challenging situations.
- Conducted market research to identify new opportunities for growth and expansion in competitive markets.
- Designed visually appealing marketing materials that effectively communicated key messages to target audiences.
- Collaborated with sales teams to develop tailored marketing approaches that resonated with specific customer segments.
stakeholder Relations & sponsorship Coordinator
Air Namibia
03.2010 - 03.2015
- Streamlined sponsorship processes for efficient management and improved communication with potential sponsors.
- Built strong relationships with key stakeholders within sponsoring organizations, fostering trust and collaboration throughout partnership tenure.
- Designed post-event reports highlighting successes achieved through strategic partnerships with event sponsors.
Chief Information Officer
Ministry of Trade and Industry
08.2005 - 02.2010
- Consistently developed strategies to improve information flow throughout the Ministry
- Collaborate with other government Ministry to align ministerial objectives
- Benchmark with Department of Trade and Industry (dti) South Africa to attain positive results for Ministerial Programs
community liaison officer
SIAPAC Namibia
02.1999 - 07.2005
- Organize community meetings on behalf of Government
- Coordinated and arrange travelling arrangements for consultants
- Provide administrative support and typing of reports for final editing by Project Managers
Education
Bachelor of Communication - Communications
Namibia University of Science & Technology (NUST)
04.2015
National Diploma Information - Administration
Polytechnic of Namibia
04.2005
Skills
- Corporate Communication
- Corporate Marketing
- Stakeholder Management
- Administrational leadership
- Operational Excellence
Certification
Code B Driving License
- Certified Public Relations Practitioner (CPRP) South African Communication Association (SACOMM)–In progress (2025)
Languages
Oshiwambo
English
Afrikaans
Otjiherero
Hindi
References
- Mr. Gerry Munyama, Director Of Marketing, Communications and Stakeholders Engagements, International University of Management (IUM), +264 61 433 6215, +264 81876 6879, g.munyama@ium.edu.na
- Mr. Paul H. Nakawa, Director, Strategy & Business Development, Nafasi Water, +264 61 435 8296, +264 811 28 4454, homateninakawa@icloud.com
- Ms. Rucia Shali, Deputy Chief of Mission, Namibian High Commission - Malaysia, +60 – 3-2164 6520, +264 81 317 3029, shalilucille@gmail.com
Socialportfolios
https://bold.pro/my/hilian-sikanda-230703125932, http://www.linkedin.com/in/Hilia-Sikanda-1276b812a, http://twitter.com/HiliaSikanda, http://www.facebook.com/hilia.n.sikanda
Timeline
CHIEF OPERATION OFFICER
FLEXONA Organizational Services
04.2023 - Current
DIPLOMATIC SPOUSE
08.2017 - 07.2021
SENIOR MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
International University of Management, IUM
04.2015 - 07.2017
stakeholder Relations & sponsorship Coordinator
Air Namibia
03.2010 - 03.2015
Chief Information Officer
Ministry of Trade and Industry
08.2005 - 02.2010
community liaison officer
SIAPAC Namibia
02.1999 - 07.2005
National Diploma Information - Administration
Polytechnic of Namibia
Bachelor of Communication - Communications
Namibia University of Science & Technology (NUST)
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