Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Reward and recognition
Interests
Timeline
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Nora Kodor

North Lakes

Summary

Experienced Marketing and Communications Specialist with a strong background in brand marketing. Ready to spearhead impactful campaigns and enhance brand presence. Proficient in brand development, market trend analysis, event management, thought leadership development, business development, corporate responsibility, and internal/external communications. Focus on team collaboration and adaptability ensures seamless alignment with evolving project needs. Recognised for consistently delivering results and fostering a dependable and supportive work environment.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Clients and Markets Manager

PwC Papua New Guinea
07.2022 - 09.2024
  • Led the Clients and Markets business function in the Internal Firm Services (IFS) line of service which consisted of a team of two
  • Monitored the use of the PwC Brand guidelines to ensure all materials were compliant.
  • Conducted Brand Induction and Brand training refreshers across the organisation.
  • Produced brand assets for the local brand library.
  • Worked with the Partner group to produce Clients and Markets initiatives that would strategically align the brand in the market such as client events and thought leadership publications.
  • Led and executed the logistics of internal and external firm events.
  • Managed the Firm's internal communication channels.
  • Managed the intranet portals - Google Sites and Google Currents, then Microsoft SharePoint Online and Microsoft Viva Engage once Microsoft 365 was rolled out in the PNG office.
  • Managed the Firm's external communication channels ensuring the content and graphics were brand compliant before publishing, reaching over 20,000 organic followers on PwC PNG's LinkedIn channel.
  • Worked alongside the Territory Senior Partner to coordinate monthly strategy meetings for the Partner, Director and Manager group.
  • Managed business development initiatives such as the annual client feedback surveys, market surveys and monthly pipeline reporting to monitor market opportunities.
  • Led the Firm's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives which aligned with PwC's purpose and values and worked closely with the communities that were beneficiaries under the initiatives.
  • Managed sponsorship opportunities that contributed to the Firm's brand presence in the market.
  • Coached team members to support their growth and development.

Clients and Markets Assistant Manager

PwC Papua New Guinea
07.2021 - 07.2022
  • Monitored the use of the PwC Brand guidelines to ensure brand compliance within the Firm.
  • Assisted the Clients and Markets Senior Manager to conduct Brand Induction and Brand training refreshers across the organisation.
  • Worked with senior management on market initiatives that increased PwC PNG's brand presence.
  • Assisted with the management of internal and external events, leading the logistics for events.
  • Assisted with managing the Firm's internal and external communication channels.
  • Supported the execution of business development opportunities such as market surveys and pipeline monthly reporting.
  • Led three of the Firm's CSR initiatives and was the main point of contact to the charities and communities supported.
  • Coached team members to support their growth and development.

Clients and Markets Senior Associate

PwC Papua New Guinea
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • Worked alongside the Clients and Markets Senior Manager and managed the business unit as a maternity cover for three months.
  • Assisted with the monitoring of the PwC Brand guidelines.
  • Coordinated the logistics of approximately 30 internal and external events, both virtual and face-to-face.
  • Supported the Partner group with the development of six thought leadership publications.
  • Supported the execution of the Firm's CSR initiatives.
  • Supported the execution of five market surveys, developed and distributed by Qualtrics.
  • Coordinated and executed the monthly pipeline reports.
  • Assisted with managing the Firm's internal communication channels, leading the Google Site and Google Currents updates.
  • Assisted with social media management, creating content for the organisation's social media channels.
  • Managed the website updates which were done through Adobe Experience Management.

Clients and Markets Associate

PwC Papua New Guinea
07.2019 - 01.2021

Clients and Markets Coordinator

PwC Papua New Guinea
10.2018 - 07.2019

Sales and Marketing Executive

Post PNG Limited
08.2017 - 10.2018

Education

Bachelor of Business - Marketing And Information Systems

University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW
12.2016

Skills

  • Marketing
  • Event Planning Expertise
  • Brand Positioning Expertise
  • Project management
  • Survey Design Expertise
  • Internal and external communication skills
  • Social media management
  • Corporate social responsibility
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Data Analysis Reporting
  • Website management
  • Creative and innovative
  • Critical Thinking
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Adobe Experience Management
  • Google Suite
  • Experienced with Microsoft 365 Suite
  • Qualtrics
  • Power BI
  • Webex
  • Meta tools
  • Hootsuite
  • Canva

Accomplishments

  • 2024 Business Survey Report, Led the execution of the 2024 Business Survey Report in collaboration with the Business Council of PNG (BCPNG). Around 106 organisations were surveyed to highlight the impact to business of the looting and destruction caused on 10 January 2024 in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea.
  • Gender equality projects, Drove and led PwC PNG's Purpose and Values projects, projects aimed at promoting gender equality in local communities. The biggest project was the Senisim Pasin program, which was in partnership with the PNG Tribal Foundation, its focus is on raising awareness on gender-based violence (GBV) and promoting gender equality. The program started in 2021 with ten schools in PNG and it has reached over 500 students in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea.
  • 2024 PwC PNG Staff Development Day event, Led and executed the event management of the 2024 PwC PNG Staff Development which was a success. The event was an annual staff conference day, it was a full day event that catered to 150 partners and staff. Its focus was aligned to the Firm's strategy, involving external speakers and speakers within the PwC network as well.
  • 2023 PwC PNG Budget Breakfast, Worked alongside the Tax partners to arrange the PwC PNG Budget Breakfast event in collaboration with the Badili Club, the event falls after the passing of the PNG Government's National Budget where PwC provides a perspective for a tax and economic point of view. My role included leading the event management which catered to 300 guests, coordinated the logistics of the external speakers and assisted with the development of the Budget Commentary publication which involved working with PwC Australia.
  • 2023 PwC Corporate Challenge event, Led the communication and supported the logistics of the 2023 PwC Corporate Challenge event, which raised over K170,000 for charities in the areas of health, education, women and children.

Languages

English
Melanesian Tok Pisin

Reward and recognition

Awarded the PwC Reward and recognition award in 2019, 2021 and 2023 for exemplifying the PwC values. 

Interests

  • Cooking
  • Fashion and Style
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement
  • Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
  • Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
  • Fundraising Events
  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration

Timeline

Clients and Markets Manager

PwC Papua New Guinea
07.2022 - 09.2024

Clients and Markets Assistant Manager

PwC Papua New Guinea
07.2021 - 07.2022

Clients and Markets Senior Associate

PwC Papua New Guinea
01.2021 - 07.2021

Clients and Markets Associate

PwC Papua New Guinea
07.2019 - 01.2021

Clients and Markets Coordinator

PwC Papua New Guinea
10.2018 - 07.2019

Sales and Marketing Executive

Post PNG Limited
08.2017 - 10.2018

Bachelor of Business - Marketing And Information Systems

University of Newcastle
Nora Kodor