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Victoria Kangombe

Windhoek, Khomas,KH

Summary

Communications strategist with over 15 years of experience in driving brand resonance through data-driven content and integrated marketing campaigns. Proven track record in using data analytics to craft compelling narratives that align diverse stakeholders with company vision. Skilled at managing impactful stakeholder programmes including student mobility initiatives and work-integrated learning partnerships with industry to enhance curricula and secure internship placements. Passionate about leveraging proficiency in education, technology, and consumer goods to drive meaningful change.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead: Change and Communication

Namibia Breweries Ltd
Windhoek, Khomas
02.2024 - Current
  • Develop and implement change management strategies through in-depth analysis, implementation roadmaps, and comprehensive training programmes
  • Promote collaboration and buy-in across executive leadership, cross-functional teams, and frontline staff through transparent communication approaches

Content Strategist

Namibia Breweries Ltd
Windhoek, Khomas
04.2020 - 02.2024
  • Conducted research, evaluated data, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement content strategies aligned with organisational goals
  • Oversaw editorial calendar to ensure brand consistency, increase website traffic, and drive leads and conversions

Copywriter

Trustco Group Holdings Ltd
Windhoek, Khomas
04.2016 - 04.2020
  • Conducted research to develop strategic and creative marketing communication concepts and content for various media channels
  • Drafted, proofread, and edited reports, manuals, contracts, policy document to ensure consistently high-quality deliverables

Lecturer - Distance Education

Namibia University Of Science And Technology
Windhoek, Khomas
06.2013 - 06.2016

Lectured third-year students for Web-based and Electronic Marketing on a part-time basis.

Industry Liaison Officer

Namibia University Of Science And Technology
01.2015 - 04.2016
  • Developed and managed institution-stakeholder relationships, serving as the liaison on Cooperative Education matters
  • Facilitated student internship placements and mobility/exchange programmes with international partners

Key achievements:

  • Successfully mobilised over 20 higher education representatives from the EU and African, Caribbean & Pacific (ACP) regions for the European Commission's Erasmus Mundus KITE project selection meeting in Namibia.
  • Facilitated student & staff mobility/exchange placements between institutions of higher education in ACP region and Europe, and vice versa through the European Union’s Erasmus Mundus KITE project.
  • Increased Work Integrated Learning (WIL) partnerships for the Engineering Faculty
  • Facilitated student internship placements to Western Digital in Thailand.

Public Relations Officer

Polytechnic of Namibia
Windhoek, Khomas
10.2012 - 01.2015
  • Developed and managed relationships between the institution and various stakeholders, including media, students, and staff
  • Managed institutional events and sourced prizes valued over N$90,000 for events such as the 2013 International Conference on Engineering and Business Education (ICEBE).
  • Established the institution's first official digital media sites, improving internal communication and stakeholder engagement

Copywriter

Adforce DDB
Windhoek, Khomas
01.2011 - 10.2012

Researched consumer market to find effective strategies for promoting individuals and businesses. Created content for Old Mutual and Namib Poultry Industries, and supported the ongoing Namibia Training Authority's vocational campaign. Received on-the-job training in customer segmentation, consumer psychology, and advertising.

Education

MBA - Marketing Management

Assam Don Bosco University
Guwahati, India
01.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies And Communications

Monash South Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2009

Skills

  • Communications Strategy

  • Communications management

  • Reputation Management

  • Data Analysis

  • Social Listening

  • Business English

  • Partnership Development

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

Certification

  • Datorama Power User: Platform Fundamentals - Datorama, a Salesforce Company
  • DIGIFIT Learning Journey - Part 1 - The HEINEKEN Company

Timeline

Lead: Change and Communication

Namibia Breweries Ltd
02.2024 - Current

Content Strategist

Namibia Breweries Ltd
04.2020 - 02.2024

Copywriter

Trustco Group Holdings Ltd
04.2016 - 04.2020

Industry Liaison Officer

Namibia University Of Science And Technology
01.2015 - 04.2016

Lecturer - Distance Education

Namibia University Of Science And Technology
06.2013 - 06.2016

Public Relations Officer

Polytechnic of Namibia
10.2012 - 01.2015

Copywriter

Adforce DDB
01.2011 - 10.2012

MBA - Marketing Management

Assam Don Bosco University

Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies And Communications

Monash South Africa
Victoria Kangombe