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Mr Siyabonga Vernon Ncwane

Mr Siyabonga Vernon Ncwane

079 ****06 Scottburgh, KwaZulu Natal

About Me

I am a strategic, results-driven communications and outreach professional with experience across government and public institutions, spanning internal and external communications, stakeholder engagement, and community mobilisation. I plan and deliver civic and voter education programmes, manage events and logistics, and produce clear, on-brand multi-platform content supported by analytics and reporting. I bring strong report writing, project administration and budgeting capability, with hands-on proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and social media management.

Personal Details

Gender Male
Race African
Date of Birth 19 May 1986
Country of Birth South Africa

Education & Qualifications

Bachelor of Social Science in Management and Communication Studies
University of KwaZulu Natal
Management and Communication Studies · Bachelor's Degree · Completed · 2015
Senior Certificate (Grade 12), Full Exemption
Zithokozise High School
Science Stream · Senior Certificate · Completed · 2003
Introduction to Project Management (Online learning)
National School of Government
Project Management · Course · Completed · 2025
Writing for Government - Basic Writing Skills (Online learning)
National School of Government
Writing · Course · Completed · 2024
Graphic, Web and App Design
Keyline Design College
Graphic, Web and App Design · Course · In Progress

Work Experience

Municipal Outreach Coordinator
Independent Electoral Commission
Apr 2026 - Present Current

Plan and conduct civic and voter education workshops and presentations; mobilize communities for electoral participation; liaise with stakeholders (civil society, government departments, community leaders); compile reports and manage outreach data/records; supervise fieldworkers/volunteers and manage event logistics; promote inclusive participation for persons with disabilities and youth.

Public Relations, Media, and Communications Officer
Moses Kotane Research Institute
Jul 2022 - Feb 2025

Managed social media content and engagement analytics; coordinated internal/external events and stakeholder engagement; designed and distributed newsletters; maintained website content (CMS), UX and SEO; created graphic design materials aligned to brand identity; drafted and disseminated communications (press releases, speeches, memos, reports, statements); represented the organization at stakeholder events; managed media relations and supported campaigns; photography and videography for print and digital use.

Democracy Education Facilitator
Independent Electoral Commission – uMdoni Local Office, Scottburgh
Jan 2019 - Apr 2019

Planned and delivered civic education outreach programs; prepared and delivered presentations to stakeholders; compiled and submitted reports from field activities; coordinated distribution of election-related materials (ballots, brochures, posters, registration forms).

Public Relations Intern
KwaZulu Natal Department of Health, St Andrews Hospital, Harding
Apr 2016 - Mar 2018

Updated notice boards and facilitated facility surveys; planned/organized/attended awareness campaigns, roadshows and launches; provided internal and external stakeholder communications; drafted and distributed quarterly newsletter; received/recorded/resolved institutional complaints; conducted trainings on Batho Pele Principles and Patients’ Rights Charter.

Skills

Strategic internal and external communications
Stakeholder engagement
Corporate identity management
Event planning and execution
Social impact initiative implementation
Content development (print, digital and video)
Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat)
Communication analytics and reporting
Project budgeting and reporting
Project and financial administration
Cross functional team collaboration
Social media management (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok)
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Publisher
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Access
Knowledge of government policies and legislative frameworks
Report writing (journalistic and academic)
Online publishing
Time management
Organising skills
Relationship management

Languages

English
English and Isizulu

Licences & Certificates

Driver’s licence Code 10 (C1)
Achieved

Personal Traits

Computer literate Excellent communication skills Great leadership and communication qualities Writing Proofreading Copywriting

Hobbies & Interests

Creative writing News reading Poetry

References

Mr. Mthokozisi Buthelezi
Assistant Director : Communications - KwaZulu Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism, and Environmental Affairs
033 264 2500
Ms Lucelle Norris
Business Administration Officer - Moses Kotane Research Institute
031 266 1777
Ms Nokuthula Shongwe
Marketing Manager - Durban Film Office
031 311 4243