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Inga Solomons
51 7th Avenue FAIRWAYS Cape Town 7800
082 6543 675 (mobile)
Email: ingasolomons@gmail.com
PERSONAL OVERVIEW
 Energetic and strong communicator, using events as a key platform / tool.
 Excellent people skills in terms of working with others: builds strong relationships with clients and colleagues
alike.
 Confident, organised, professional and focused.
 Strong work ethic with core values of integrity, honesty and confidentiality.
 Natural team leader who assists with on the job supervision, coaching, mentoring, motivation and training of
team members.
 Mature and reliable team player that needs minimum supervision in the workplace.
 Able to work with diversity and integrates/adapts well in challenging circumstances.
 Works well under pressure and is driven to achieve goals and objectives set.
 Free to travel (nationally and internationally).
 Employment Equity candidate.
 Broad based exposure and experience in all elements of commerce and sound business knowledge.
 Winner of a group award for upholding the company value of Living Ubuntu (2008).
SPECIAL SKILLS
 Special events for direct engagement with target audience – internal and external
 Change communication – the development and execution of communication strategies to promote positive
behavioural change
 Advanced copy writing and editing – creating and modifying / correcting content for the purpose of business
objective messaging
 Design conceptualisation and execution through appropriate resources
 Social media and community engagement - using social media to support marketing strategies and build online
communities
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Communications Specialist Curo Fund Services
May 2015 – November 2015 (short term contract)
Taking the lead on communications during the implementation of business transformation project within the
organisation. The emphasis is on internal communication, with a client / external slant as well.
 Development and implementation of a communications strategy
 Management of the implementation communication platforms e.g. SharePoint intranet site, newsletter,
staff meetings, campaigns etc.
 Facilitation and communication of corporate communication initiatives relating to the project i.e. Change
Communication, creative messaging
 Support management with communication capabilities through face-to-face communications, team
meetings, senior management info sessions

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 Compliance with programme governance – communications schedule, project status reports, monthly
storyboard
 Development of messaging for external clients – presentation, monthly update message
 Marketing support – application of corporate identity to branding collateral i.e. banners, stationery,
clothing
 Ad hoc communication for CSI and HR activity – LinkedIn
Communications & Marketing Specialist Freelance / Consulting
November 2014 to April 2015
After completing a TESOL course, I took up part time work while searching for a permanent position. I have done
work in the NGO sector as well as the engineering field, fulfilling various briefs from clients including:
 Copy writing and editing
 Brand management
 Marketing support
 Media Engagement
 Event coordination
 Social media
 Website development
Communications Coordinator / Manager ActionAid South Africa
May 2014 – September 2014 (short term contract)
Communications
 Lead on the development and management of all internal communications
 Production and dissemination of key internal communications products, including an annual newsletter
 Dissemination of communications community bulletin and contribution of regional articles and information
when necessary
 Updating the Country Programme intranet pages and the AAISA HIVE dashboard
 Facilitation and communication of corporate communication initiatives
 Promoting the importance of brand protection within the region
Leading the development of all external communications, including (but not limited to):
 press releases on current affairs of particular interest or on AASA events or activities
communication with partners
 supporting the development of donor reports
 scheduling and managing all media calls involving AASA staff
Monitoring & Evaluation
 Document and disseminate programme learning
 Produce periodic reports of work implemented under women’s rights programme.
 Develop and roll out national communications KPIs, M&E tools, policies and protocols to evaluate
and measure impact of communications work nationally and internationally
Organisational Responsibilities
 Undertake organizational responsibilities as assigned by the Line Manager
 Be responsible for regular reports and updates to the Head of Programmes and the senior management
team

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Marketing & Communications Specialist Sanlam Investments (Marketing)
September 2010 – March 2014
 Assist to develop and implement a communications strategy and annual plan that supports the
Investment Cluster’s business objectives to continuously promote the business profile as a leading
investment business
 Coordinate the delivery of communications activities including internal, intranet and internet content
management
 Working with agencies and suppliers i.e. creative, PR and eventing including briefing, co-ordination and
execution
 Provide writing and editing function for businesses in the Investments cluster
 Acquire information and write articles for both internal and external publications
 Evaluate and measure the effectiveness of communications programs and use results to identify
continuous improvement opportunities
 Facilitate PR activity for the CEO in conjunction with media relations agency
 Actively drive projects within the business which form part of the overall business strategy e.g. Know
Your Cluster
 Work closely with HR and people forum (Simela) providing communication and marketing support, as
well as creating a link between the CEO’s office and staff focussed businesses
 Support business communication and engagement e.g. newsletter, blogs, emails, events etc.
Operations Manager Rosebank College (Braamfontein, Jhb)
May 2010 – September 2010
 Management of Academic & Assessment Delivery
 Management of Human Resources
 Information Management through sound polic / procedure implementation
 Delegation of Authority
 Management of Client Services & Communication
 Management of Financial Resources
Events Support Four D Marketing Solutions, Jhb
October 2009 to March 2010
 Sourcing and co-ordination of suppliers for events.
 Administrative support (documentation: event sheets, contact sheets, queries).
 Delivery of event / intervention through key roles i.e. guest facilitation, MC/entertainment hosting.
 Creative input into event planning.
 Client / guest liaison
Internal Communications Manager Hollard Insurance Company, Jhb (Internal Comms)
September 2007 to September 2009
 Formulating and delivering an internal communications strategy for the group; developing, co-coordinating
and directing internal communication for the organisation, including business units, the Hollard Academy,
Hollard Wellness, the Hollard Foundation (CSI) and other business initiatives.
 Implementing activation strategies and experiential interventions; creating / developing ideas on how to
engage with team members in effective manner for purposes of management and group initiatives through
various initiatives.
 Advising business on communication trends and tools / platforms suitable for their audience and messages.
 Measuring return on investment (ROI) and return on objectives (ROO) of communication initiatives.
 Researching, improving and implementing the organisation’s internal communication policies and procedures
 Monitoring current internal communication trends and exploring best practices.

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 Managing a team of internal communication specialists.
 Working closely with suppliers i.e. communication agencies, event managers, corporate gifting.
 Developing and nurturing networks and relationships with all Hollardites.
 Facilitating a cross-functional awareness and facilitating all Hollard marketing disciplines i.e. brand,
sponsorship, channel management and creative design.
 Assisting with PR, copy editing and launch activities for business units and central service divisions where
appropriate.
 Overseeing production of print and promotional items.
 Managing a budget of over R1 300 000.
 Giving input to external brand strategies and internalizing / dissecting it for Hollardites.
CSI Steercom Member Hollard Insurance Company
(additional role) June 2006 to March 2009
 Representing the Central Services Business unit on the CSI Steering Committee.
 Managing Hollard’s relationship with selected CSI projects.
 Determining Hollard’s interventions within selected CSI projects.
 Managing the CSI budget allocated for the project.
 Keeping team members informed about the project.
 Garnering support for CSI activities and employee volunteerism
Hollard Employee Trust Trustee Hollard Insurance Company
(additional role) December 2008 to September 2009
 Representing Hollardites who are members of the trust.
 Informing and updating members of activities within the Trust.
 Participating in decision making on allocation of shares to employees.
 Being knowledgeable on the Trust deed and the nuances of the contract with beneficiaries
Internal Communications Specialist Hollard Insurance Company (Internal Comms)
January 2006 to August 2007
 Informing team members of business activities, profiling teams and individuals, advertising services offered
by business units.
 Building the brand internally through internal events and sorted interaction with fellow Hollardites.
 Assisting with PR, copy editing and launch activities for BUs and CS divisions where appropriate.
 Monitoring trends in communication.
Investigative/ Forensic Auditor Hollard Insurance Company (Internal Audit)
September 2004 to January 2006
Investigative / Forensic Auditor (Trainee) Hollard Insurance Company (Internal Audit)
August 2003 to August 2004
Routine Internal Auditor Hollard Insurance Company (Internal Audit)
April 2003 to July 2003
Audit Senior Gauteng Provincial Govt, Jhb (Audit Services)
September 2002 to March 2003
Administrative HOD (Trainee) Pick ‘n Pay Retailers, Jhb (Hypermarkets)
October 2001 to August 2002

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Assignment Manager Old Mutual (Group Internal Audit) Cape Town
August 1998 to September 2001
Snr Administrative Assistant Cape City Council (Internal Audit)
August 1996 to Aug 1998
Administrative Assistant Cape City Council (Income Branch)
October 1993 to August 1996
Supervisor/Cashier (casual) Golden Circle Racing
Jan 1990 to Jan 2001
Audit Clerk Moore Eckstein & Co
Jan 1989 to Dec 1989
EDUCATION
TEFL, TESOL & TEYL Cape Town International School of English
Teach English as a Foreign Language, October 2014
To Second Language speakers and Young Learners
Brand & Marketing Management Vega School of Brand Leadership
Brand building, marketing, communication, May 2014
creativity and innovation
Copywriting for Online Marketing Get Smarter (UCT)
Fundamentals of copywriting & the digital landscape 2013
Programme for Management Development Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS)
Management Training 2008
Diploma in Criminal Justice & University of Johannesburg
Forensic Investigation 2005
Certificate of Proficiency Insurance Institute of SA (PIN No 143-3861)
Short Term Insurance May 2004
Long Term Insurance October 2004
ND Internal Audit Cape Technikon 1990 - 1995
Major Subjects: Internal Audit, Financial Accounting
Matric Immaculata High, Cape Town 1988
Subjects: English, Afrikaans, Biology, Accounting, Mathematics,
History

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PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
 International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) - 2015
 Marketing Association of South Africa (MASA) – TBC 2015
REFEREES:
Thaniah Toefy
Communications Manager ex Sanlam Investments
thaniahtoefy@gmail.com Tel (083) 680 2225
Fatima Shabodien
Country Director ActionAid South Africa
Fatima.Shabodien@actionaid.org Tel (011) 731 4578 / (082) 447 3645
Mart-Marie Van Rooyen
Principal Design School of SA (IIE Group)
mvrooyen@designschoolsa.co.za Tel (083) 360 6603
PERSONAL
Identity number: 710327-0181-089
Drivers License: Unendorsed Code 08 (1994)
Computer Literacy:
 MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
 Social media platforms (FaceBook, LinkedIn, Twitter,
Pinterest, Instagram)
 SharePoint, WordPress (basic)
 Audit software (AWS, ACL, TeamMate)
 Hollard Insurance Phoenix Policy Admin & Claims
System
Additional courses:
 Industrial Relations (Introduction, Initiating Disciplinary
Enquiries, Chairing Disciplinary Enquiries) – 2002
 Presentation Skills by Old Mutual – 2000
 Pick ’n Pay’s Management Survival Kit
 Public Speaking Toastmasters (Tokai Branch) Adult
Education 2013
 Courageous Conversations / Conflict Management
 Media Training
 Business Communications (Get to the Point Corporate
Training CC) December 2006
Interests: I am keen on different pastimes, enjoying live music,
social events and horse riding. As extra-mural
activities, I have pursued calligraphy, decoupage and
sign language.
Volunteer Activities:

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 Board Member – Wynberg Society for the Aged (Douglas
Murray Home)
 Trustee – Dibo Mews Body Corporate
 Big Brother Big Sister South Africa (Gauteng, 2006/7)
 Mama Pat Foundation Xmas Celebrations (Gauteng,
2003 & 2004)