Gebisa W/Michael

Addis Ababa

0966966612/0913834645

Date:

TO:

Addis Ababa,Ethiopia

Application for

Dear Sirs, Madam,

With this letter I would hereby like to express my interest to work in------position. I dare to say that I am a fresher and prospective graduate with seven years of work experience in the government & privet, gained whilst studying for my BA degrees at the University of Addis Ababa by journalism and communication and also from Ambo university by Accounting and finance.

I have always been interested in public relations, therefore I have applied to work in the governmental organization of Metals and Engineering Corporation (METEC), where I was one of accepted candidates over 80 applicants. After five years, I was also suggested for working at Getar Info Support PLC. Now for two years where I work for Getar Info Support PLC, as a Team leader and content developer. In this position, I got familiarized myself with activities of your honorable organization, and got motivated to work for the organization.I gained experience of:

  • Writing and producing presentations and press releases,
  • Dealing with enquiries from the public, the press, and related organizations,
  • Organizing and attending promotional events such as press conferences, open days, exhibitions, tours and visits,
  • Drafted, Edit, proofread and improve writers’ posts and distributed press releases to target media outlets.

In addition to my experience and qualities, I have a solid educational foundation and a passion for public relations. I would welcome the opportunity to contribute to your ongoing success.

Please review my attached resume for additional detail regarding my expertise and career achievements. I will follow up to request an appointment to discuss how my experience and background meets your needs.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Gebisa W/Michael

CURRICULUM VITAE

Gebisa W/michael

  1. PROFILE SUMMARY

Dedicated and professional public relation officer with more than 7 years of experience working in Public relation and team leader. Prioritizes strong communication and intentional phrasing at all times to create the intended public image, improve customer relations, and present the business correctly. Confident and charismatic individual with marketing experience.Familiar in management and capable in a position of leadership.Experienced in event planning and management during the event.

  1. QUALIFICATIONS

BA degree in journalism and communication from Addis Ababa University Faculty of Journalism and Communication.

BA degree in Accounting and finance fromAmbo university department of accounting.

Studying Master of Business Administration

  1. CARRIER PATH & RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. Media Relations Officer (Metec at Homicho ammunition Engineering Industry from2010-2015)

Responsibilities:

Writing press releases and news reports about the work of an organization.

Building positive relationships with stakeholders, media and the public

Preparing press releases, keynote speeches and promotional material

Leading a team to organize media events and promotional activities

Developing PR strategies and campaigns

Edit and update promotional material and publications (videos, social media posts etc.)

Track media coverage and follow industry trends

Keeping up-to-date with all issues that affect the company or organization

2 Content Team Manager at Getar Info support PLC from 2016 until today

Responsibilities:

Develop content strategy aligned with short-term and long-term marketing targets

Collaborate with marketing and design teams to plan and develop site content, and layout

Edit, proofread and improve writers’ posts

Liaise with content writers to ensure brand consistency

Use content management systems to analyze website traffic and user engagement metrics

Develop an editorial calendar and ensure the content team is on board

Ensure compliance with law (e.g. Copyright and data protection)

Stay up-to-date with developments and generate new ideas to draw the audience’s attention

  1. SKILL
  • Excellent team management skill, Communication skill,persuasion and reasoning skill
  • Good financial information, analysis skill
  • Writing press releases, articles, blogs, and other forms of online material
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
  • Have the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations
  • Basic computer skill on Excel, Ms-Word, PowerPoint & Adobe Photoshop
  1. Language

I am able to communicate Fluent inAfaanOromoo, Amharic and English writing, Listening reading and speaking

  1. PERSONAL INFORMATION

Name: Gebisa W/Michael

Sex: Male

Date of Birth: 12 December, 1989 G.C

Place of Birth: West Shoa, Ambo

Marital Status: Single

  1. REFERENCE
  1. Kumsa Kabeta,CEO of Getar info support PLC (+251913140702/ 911894097)
  2. AyyanaGemechu,Accounting Department head atAmbo university(+251919306092)

DECLARATION

I hereby declare that the information given in the Curriculum Vitae is complete and accurate as of the application date and time

Signature:

Gebisa W/Michael

Address Mob (+251) 913834645/966966612 or 910742296
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