Gvantsa Kikalishvili
Tartu
Summary
Dedicated communications professional with 11 years of experience in strategic communications and PR with a background in journalism. Works with corporate clients to identify and address business and PR needs by utilizing consistent and organized practices. Delivering successful communication campaigns, content, and collateral based on established and innovative trends. Skilled at working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Communications
Liigu OU
04.2022 - Current
- Lead the development and execution of the internal and external communication strategy
- Lead the team of a copywriter, designer, and social media manager
- Manage influencer relationships and collaborations
- Ensuring consistency in messaging and brand representation/collaborating with all stakeholders
- Curate content across various channels and formats.
- Oversee the preparation of communication copy, images, videos, emails, and other collateral.
- Continuously maintained and improved the company's reputation and positive image in the markets served.
Communications Expert
Triangle Strategic Communications
01.2022 - Current
- Collaborate with clients to understand their communication goals that align with business objectives
- Develop tailored communication plans, including message development, media relations, content creation, and crisis management.
- Formulated and communicated new ideas and suggestions that improved overall operation.
- Managed projects and multi-tasking teams
PR and Internal Communication Manager
FINCA Bank Georgia
07.2016 - 08.2019
- Implement comprehensive PR strategies to enhance brand visibility and reputation in the market
- Manage crisis communication and media relations
- Act as a company's spokesperson
- Develop and manage internal communication plans that keep employees informed and engaged.
PR Manager
Office of the Personal Data Protection Inspector
04.2013 - 07.2016
- Develop and execute comprehensive PR strategies to promote awareness of data protection regulations
- Build and maintain relationships with media contacts
- Organize press conferences, and media briefings, and write press releases.
- Raised brand awareness through consistent efforts and campaign launches.
- Wrote and edited articles, web content, advertising copy, periodicals, and publications for internal and external audiences.
Education
MA in Communications -
Erasmus Rotterdam University
01.2020
MA in Social and Political Studies -
Tbilisi State University
01.2007
BA in TV and Radio Journalism -
Tbilisi State University
01.2005
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Data Analysis
- Creativity
- Cross-Departmental Alignment
- Strategic Planning and Alignment
- Relationship Building
- Leadership
Accomplishments
2022: Strategic Communication Plan for 112 Georgia, funded by UNOPS.
2023: Developing Marketing and Communication Strategy for the ERTAD Project, funded by World Vision and DRC
Languages
English
Russian
Georgian
Timeline
Head of Communications
Liigu OU
04.2022 - Current
Communications Expert
Triangle Strategic Communications
01.2022 - Current
PR and Internal Communication Manager
FINCA Bank Georgia
07.2016 - 08.2019
PR Manager
Office of the Personal Data Protection Inspector
04.2013 - 07.2016
MA in Communications -
Erasmus Rotterdam University
MA in Social and Political Studies -
Tbilisi State University
BA in TV and Radio Journalism -
Tbilisi State University
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