Tanaiya Lees

With over 6 years of experience, I am able to manage day-to-day team operations, experienced in risk aversion and problem-solving, and employing critical thinking to continuously improve a business's marketing and communication. I am innovative, adaptable, tenacious and ambitious. I love my career, achieving milestones and continuously adding to and enhancing my skill set.

BlueDoor AMS:

Creating various company documents such as agreements, reports, investment proposals, and presentations, ensuring accuracy and alignment with organisational objectives. Additionally managed general marketing responsibilities contributing to the overall brand strategy. A key aspect of my responsibilities involved organising, arranging, and coordinating meetings, facilitating seamless communication and collaboration. Handled enquiries from partners and related organisations. Solely responsible for the creation, maintenance and management of the company's digital identity, contributing to a cohesive and impactful online presence.

L'Oréal South Africa:

Sub-editing PR releases, crafted compelling content, managed social media platforms across Sub-Saharan Africa, and successfully oversaw the management of the L’Oréal South Africa website. Proven expertise in internal event coordination and support for external events. Oversaw and implemented diverse aspects of internal communications, philanthropic initiatives, and sponsorships.

Key achievements include orchestrating various projects including monthly content creation for social media sites, and the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Programme spanning the entire Sub-Saharan region, including the coordination of the call for applications, acquisition of adjudicators, and jury members. Event Coordinator for high-profile initiatives such as the Look Good Feel Better Cancer Fundraiser, World AIDS Day Fundraiser, and multiple international visits. Spearheaded the First Quarter Overview event and managed the successful 2017 launch of the L’Oréal South Africa campaign, Beauty for a Better Life.

IIE Bachelor of the Arts, Currently Pursuing: 3rd year, BA majoring in Communications and Psychology; Golden Key member.

IIE Diploma in Journalism: Cum Laude