Nomvula N. Kondombolo-Kambinda
Windhoek
Summary
Dynamic corporate communication leader with 19 years at Telecom Namibia, excelling in crisis communication and stakeholder engagement. Proven track record in formulating impactful strategies and managing brand reputation. Adept at media relations and project management, driving successful campaigns that enhance visibility and foster collaboration across diverse teams.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head: Corporate Communication & Public Relations
Telecom Namibia
04.2019 - Current
- Member of the Telecom Namibia Board Commercial Committee
- 19 years’ experience in Stakeholder Relations and Corporate Communication in the FMCG, banking, mining and oil industries
- Lead the Crisis Communication planning to address potential reputational risks
- Managing the company and CEO’s stakeholder engagements
- Formulation of the internal, external and digital communication strategy
- Policy formulation and review
- Procedure formulation and review
- Brand and reputation management
- Managing the company's Corporate Social Responsibility
- Collaborate with various divisions to achieve the company objectives
- Support the Commercial and Marketing teams' communication objectives to enhance customer satisfaction
Corporate Communication Manager
Vivo Energy Namibia (Shell Licensee)
09.2016 - 03.2019
- Developed corporate communication strategies and campaigns aligned with the business objectives.
- Managed internal communications to enhance employee engagement and collaboration.
- Managed Media relations.
- Managed social media strategy, planning, and execution.
- Guided and enforced Corporate Identity standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure message consistency.
- Managed relationships with media outlets to ensure positive coverage of the company's activities.
- Drafted and distributed media releases and articles for industry publications.
- Organized events such as press conferences, interviews, and other public relations activities.
- Prepared and managed the annual communications budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
Senior Public Relations Officer
Swakop Uranium
01.2011 - 08.2016
- Administered the Secretariat of the SU Foundation, Swakop Uranium's CSR arm.
- As part of the Secretariat's responsibilities, I established and maintained cooperative relationships with community representatives and public interest groups.
- Managed media relations to enhance company visibility and reputation.
- Crafted media releases to communicate key information effectively.
- Monitored media coverage to assess public perception and inform strategy adjustments.
- Crafted messages for the company's stakeholder newsletter.
- Maintained an up-to-date database of relevant contacts within the industry and media houses.
- Organized press conferences and other events for publicity purposes.
- Updated an image and media library and archived older photos, videos, artwork and documentation.
- Coordinated key stakeholder mine tours.
Public Relations Practitioner
Development Bank of Namibia
06.2008 - 12.2010
- Managed the bank's participation at Trade Fairs and Exhibitions.
- Crafted messages for the internal and external websites. Uploaded messages onto the website.
- Crafted messages for media releases and publications.
- Formulated media engagement strategies.
- Managed relations with CSR partners during the implementation of jointly funded scholar support projects.
Corporate Communications Officer
Namibia Breweries
02.2005 - 07.2008
Media Liaison Officer
Office of the President
08.2004 - 01.2005
Media Liaison Officer
Ministry of Information and Communication Technology
08.2002 - 07.2004
Journalist
Namibia Press Agency
09.1997 - 07.2002
Education
MPhil - Corporate Strategy
Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS) (University of Pretoria)
Johannesburg, South Africa 04-2027
Bachelor of Journalism And Communication Technology - Honours
Namibia University of Science & Technology (NUST)
Windhoek, Namibia04-2009
Skills
- Policy formulation
- Strategy formulation
- Crisis communication
- Stakeholder engagement
- Project management
- Brand management
- Social perceptiveness
- Media relations
- Organization and time management
Certification
- Accredited: Chartered Public Relations Practitioner – member no. CPRP56841
- Training completed:
- Professional Development in Public Relations Management (Prisa)
- Public Relations Practice (Prisa)
- Management Development Programme (University of Stellenbosch)
- Interaction Leadership Programme (British Council)
- The Diageo Way of Brand Building (through an NBL partner)
- Prisa: Communication Development workshop
- Finance for the non-financial manager
- Advanced Supervisory Skills
- Other workshops and short courses on media & communication in South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Namibia
References
- Calvin, Muniswaswa, Chief Commercial officer, muniswac@telecom.na, (061) 201 2780, +264 85 122 6978
- Patricia, Hoeksema, Managing Director, patricia.hoeksema@olfitra.com.na, (061) 207 5111, 081 1240199, BrandX, Ohlthaver & List Group
- Isack T., Hamata, Deputy-Editor, isack.hamata@gmail.com, (061) 279600, 081 128 4263, The Namibian
References
References available upon request.
Affiliations
Vice Chairperson of the Private Sector Road Safety Forum July 2017 to March 2019
Responsibilities handled
- Drafting and implementing policies
- Drafting and implementing procedures
- Developing and implementing communication strategies – internal and external
- Assessing the company’s communication needs and deploying appropriate resources to fulfill these needs
- Developing and executing the annual PR and stakeholder engagement plan to meet the communication objectives of the company
- Managing press conferences, media interviews and public speaking engagements
- Compiling periodic divisional reports
- Managing the departmental budget
Timeline
Head: Corporate Communication & Public Relations
Telecom Namibia
04.2019 - Current
Corporate Communication Manager
Vivo Energy Namibia (Shell Licensee)
09.2016 - 03.2019
Senior Public Relations Officer
Swakop Uranium
01.2011 - 08.2016
Public Relations Practitioner
Development Bank of Namibia
06.2008 - 12.2010
Corporate Communications Officer
Namibia Breweries
02.2005 - 07.2008
Media Liaison Officer
Office of the President
08.2004 - 01.2005
Media Liaison Officer
Ministry of Information and Communication Technology
08.2002 - 07.2004
Journalist
Namibia Press Agency
09.1997 - 07.2002
MPhil - Corporate Strategy
Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS) (University of Pretoria)
Bachelor of Journalism And Communication Technology - Honours
Namibia University of Science & Technology (NUST)
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