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Joy Ruwodo
Africa Regional Advisor for Public Affairs at The END Fund
The END Fund is a leading Global Health organisation that is leading the movement to eliminate Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) in Africa. Joy's role is focused on elevating the profile of NTDs on the continent, as well as growing and engaging a community of African activist-philanthropists and business leaders who will join in the movement to end Neglected Tropical Diseases.
Show profile Hide profileAn esteemed marketer and strong advocate for social and economic development, Joy is energised through her ability to change the way in which people think and act with regards to marketing strategy and execution, as well as by stimulating corporates to actively engage in addressing social challenges in their communities.
Joy Ruwodo is the Founder and Executive Director of Feel the Joy (Pty) Ltd, a communications consulting company which she formed to further pursue her passion for marketing and communications. Having hosted a weekday radio show named The Joys of Life on Radio Today, Joy is an avid communicator, and naturally extended to hosting and officiating events (MC), debate and panel discussion moderation as well as keynote speaking in the area of customer experience. In the development space, Joy is currently an Advisor to The END Fund, a leading Global Health organisation that is leading the movement to eliminate Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) in Africa.
Prior to this, Joy was the Marketing & Advocacy Executive for a leading independent research company, Ask Afrika, a role that was underpinned by her solid market expertise. A career path designed to demonstrate success, Joy has shown some remarkable achievements in her 17-year career.
Before joining Ask Afrika, Joy was the Marketing & Fundraising Manager at HospiceWits, a reputable non-profit organisation (NPO) that provides palliative care to over four thousand people annually. Through a comprehensive marketing strategy that she formulated and implemented, incorporating through-the-line techniques; she managed to grow awareness and attracted significant levels of funding for HospiceWits - despite a tough economic market.
Following her passion for business integration and growth, she served as President for the Masters Business Network International (BNI) Chapter, a business and professional networking organisation whose sole purpose is to generate business for its members.
With a Rhodes University Bachelor of Commerce degree in Management and Economics, she began her career in marketing, as the head of marketing for the Phones & Accessories division of Cosmos Cellular, in 1999. Joy went on to join Caltex, a global oil and gas company, where she spent 8 years as a Retail Business Consultant overseeing a network of 45 retail outlets. She was also appointed as the Brand Associate for Caltex during that time and led the organisation through a transition period from Caltex to Chevron.
Pursuant to her interest in ongoing education and self-development, she embarked on an MBA through Wits Business School, as well as gained international exposure through undergoing MBA Electives at McGill University in Montreal, Canada.
Joy is a well-connected individual with exceptional communication skills, as well as an ability to build holistic team performance and drive initiatives that support bottom line outcomes. She strives to ensure that organisations retain and attract new clients. Atop her natural charm, impeccable industry knowledge, professionalism and networking abilities, she places great value in building and developing strong relationships and utilises this energy to nurture all stakeholders and assure mutually beneficial engagements.
An esteemed marketer and strong advocate for social and economic development, Joy is energised through her ability to change the way in which people think and act with regards to marketing strategy and execution, as well as by stimulating corporates to actively engage in addressing social challenges in their communities.
Joy Ruwodo is the Founder and Executive Director of Feel the Joy (Pty) Ltd, a communications consulting company which she formed to further pursue her passion for marketing and communications. Having hosted a weekday radio show named The Joys of Life on Radio Today, Joy is an avid communicator, and naturally extended to hosting and officiating events (MC), debate and panel discussion moderation as well as keynote speaking in the area of customer experience. In the development space, Joy is currently an Advisor to The END Fund, a leading Global Health organisation that is leading the movement to eliminate Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) in Africa.
Prior to this, Joy was the Marketing & Advocacy Executive for a leading independent research company, Ask Afrika, a role that was underpinned by her solid market expertise. A career path designed to demonstrate success, Joy has shown some remarkable achievements in her 17-year career.
Before joining Ask Afrika, Joy was the Marketing & Fundraising Manager at HospiceWits, a reputable non-profit organisation (NPO) that provides palliative care to over four thousand people annually. Through a comprehensive marketing strategy that she formulated and implemented, incorporating through-the-line techniques; she managed to grow awareness and attracted significant levels of funding for HospiceWits - despite a tough economic market.
Following her passion for business integration and growth, she served as President for the Masters Business Network International (BNI) Chapter, a business and professional networking organisation whose sole purpose is to generate business for its members.
With a Rhodes University Bachelor of Commerce degree in Management and Economics, she began her career in marketing, as the head of marketing for the Phones & Accessories division of Cosmos Cellular, in 1999. Joy went on to join Caltex, a global oil and gas company, where she spent 8 years as a Retail Business Consultant overseeing a network of 45 retail outlets. She was also appointed as the Brand Associate for Caltex during that time and led the organisation through a transition period from Caltex to Chevron.
Pursuant to her interest in ongoing education and self-development, she embarked on an MBA through Wits Business School, as well as gained international exposure through undergoing MBA Electives at McGill University in Montreal, Canada.
Joy is a well-connected individual with exceptional communication skills, as well as an ability to build holistic team performance and drive initiatives that support bottom line outcomes. She strives to ensure that organisations retain and attract new clients. Atop her natural charm, impeccable industry knowledge, professionalism and networking abilities, she places great value in building and developing strong relationships and utilises this energy to nurture all stakeholders and assure mutually beneficial engagements.
