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A dynamic, accomplished strategic Head of Development highly regarded for leading fundraising efforts to the value of over R35m per annum; building crucial relationships with industry leaders like Investec, Absa, and Konica Minolta South Africa. Leading communications and advocacy strategy thus ensuring that Good Work Foundation (GWF), a non-profit organisation based in rural South Africa, can bring digital education to over 7,000 young people. Known as a strategic thinking, with consistent and passionate leadership skills, and self-starting attitude who collaborates effectively in team environments, andis recognised for the ability to ensure effective fundraising and communications strategy. Previously a Business Director highly regarded for leading brand communications strategies, growing client business, and building key client relationships with F500 industry leaders like Unilever and Volkswagen.
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Head Of DevelopmentGood Work Foundation Jul 2020 - PresentMpumalanga, South Africa
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Senior Communications ManagerGood Work Foundation Jan 2019 - Jul 2020Mpumalanga Area, South AfricaStoryteller, Magic-maker, and Digital Connector for the truly remarkable work of the Good Work Foundation - an NPO that is bringing digital education to some of South Africa's most marginalised and vulnerable rural communities. We challenge HOW we learn, WHAT we learn and WHO has access to learning.
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Business DirectorOgilvy Mar 2017 - Dec 2018Durban Area, South Africa- Received promotions & chosen to oversee Ogilvy SA’s Unilever portfolio and lead a multi-disciplinary team across two South African cities & one in Nairobi across three high-profile Unilever brands: Dove, Vaseline & OMO.- Originate strategically sound, integrated brand communication campaigns, including management of several always-on social platforms across brands, display, traditional media, & PR representing R1M in new revenues.- Ensure agency is delivering flawless campaigns within budget, on time, and in line with strategic goals; guarantee health of the client-agency relationship while facilitating record growth and development of agency team. -
Global Account Director: Brand UnileverOgilvy Jun 2015 - Jan 2017London, United Kingdom- Helmed a diverse, cross-continental team to build the Unilever corporate brand #brightfuture across 6 markets (UK, USA, Brazil, South Africa, Indonesia, India), elevating brand engagement by 10%.- Together with MP, spearheaded outstanding launch of Unilever’s social purpose campaign against deforestation in partnership with WWF, sponsoring Global Citizen Festival, and backing UN Global Goals launch.- Orchestrated inter-agency team to deliver Brand Unilever’s 5C digital strategic framework, providing clear & tangible long-term framework to client.- Led brightFuture Studios, Brand Unilever’s global social & content always on ‘publishing’ studio.- Achieved designation as One Unilever Champion for ‘Many Ogilvy Hand’s’ (Ogilvy London’s CSR initiative).
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Global Account Director: Unilever Operations & Brooke Bond FamilyOgilvy Jun 2014 - Jun 2015London, United Kingdom- Head-hunted to join the One Unilever Global Operation's team, supporting senior management team.- Facilitated senior SEA leadership team in development of superlative pitch for Pond’s global digital business for Ogilvy Singapore, winning the pitch and increasing global agency revenue by ±10%. Furthermore, pitched & won place on Unilever’s prestigious global “Digital Agencies Roster”.- Seconded to Unilever to work on two strategic projects: partnered with OgilvyNoor SVP to help Unilever Food Solutions to unpack opportunities in key Muslim markets; and as Agency strategic support to Unilever's Creative Excellence team for global launch and roll-out of Unilever’s A.R.T 2.0 strategic framework.
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Account Director: VolkswagenOgilvy Jul 2013 - Jun 2014Cape Town- Developed a custom-tailored integrated national launch campaign for Golf 7 after conducting in- depth market assessments, securing 700+ vehicles sold in launch month (40% over forecast).- Excelled as core driver behind development and launch of ‘Volkswagen for Good’ – Volkswagen’s CSR initiative.- Produced excellent integrated national launch campaigns for Golf R and Polo Vivo Maxx.- Designated to launch Volkswagen’s first-ever sponsorship of MasterChef South Africa through integrated national campaign.- Oversaw Volkswagen stand and event activities at Johannesburg International Motor Show.- Pioneered formation of CSR division for Ogilvy & Mather CT (DOgood), appropriated companywide.
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Account Manager: VolkswagenOgilvy Sep 2011 - Jun 2013Cape Town Area, South Africa- Together with GAD, led stellar creative and strategic team in creation of a world-first: ‘Volkswagen Street Quest’, a virtual ‘punch buggy’ game using Google Maps to find and pin VW’s all over South Africa- Co-ordinated creation of South Africa's first-ever edible ad to launch the Golf R and drove sales results above forecast.- Coordinated numerous activities for Volkswagen’s presence at JHB International Motor Show 2011.
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Account Executive: VolkswagenOgilvy Jan 2010 - Aug 2011Cape Town- Administered launch of the Polo Vivo through a fully integrated campaign, including a well-received concert for 50,000 attendees & 3 international acts.- Forged productive, professional relationships to more effectively understand client requirements.
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StudentRed & Yellow Creative School Of Business Jan 2009 - Dec 2009Cape TownPost-Graduate Diploma in Marketing and Advertising Communications. Graduated first in class out of 52 students. Developed real-life campaigns for clients such as Olmeca Black (Pernod Ricard) and First National Bank that were bought and run by the clients -
Front Office AdministratorDales Bros Auctioneers Feb 2008 - Aug 2008Front Office Administrator and Personal Assistant
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Sales & Tasting AssistantWaterford Wines Estate Jan 2006 - Dec 2006Stellenbosch
Gemma Thompson Skills
Gemma Thompson Education Details
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Archbishop Tutu Leadership Fellowship -
Industrial Psychology, Political Science, Decision-Making And Values Studies -
Marketing And Advertising
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Mama BambaBirth Doula -
St John'S DsgEnglish, Afrikaans, Mathematics, Biology, History, Drama
Frequently Asked Questions about Gemma Thompson
What company does Gemma Thompson work for?
Gemma Thompson works for Good Work Foundation
What is Gemma Thompson's role at the current company?
Gemma Thompson's current role is Head of Development | Archbishop Tutu Oxford Said Leadership Fellow.
What is Gemma Thompson's email address?
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What schools did Gemma Thompson attend?
Gemma Thompson attended Saïd Business School, University Of Oxford, Stellenbosch University/universiteit Stellenbosch, Red & Yellow Creative School Of Business, Mama Bamba, St John's Dsg.
What are some of Gemma Thompson's interests?
Gemma Thompson has interest in Interior, Reading, Health, Children, Cooking, Education, Environment, Music, Graphic, Human Rights.
What skills is Gemma Thompson known for?
Gemma Thompson has skills like Advertising, Account Management, Social Media, Market Research, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Social Networking, Digital Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Leadership, Marketing Communications, Sponsorship.
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