Rentia Sandenbergh

Internal Communications Specialist with 10+ years' experience delivering impactful employee communication in complex, matrixed environments. Experienced in delivering leadership communications and digital campaigns. Skilled in content development, channel management, publishing schedules, analytics and cross-functional collaboration to ensure prompt, engaging and audience-focused communication.

Recognised for strong writing, coordination and execution capability, ensuring the right messages reach the right audiences at the right time. Hands-on communicator and activator with a practical, delivery-focused approach.

Senior Communications Specialist – Employee Engagement at Anglo American Platinum (2021-01 – 2025-03)

Executed enterprise-wide (group/international-led) - internal communication campaigns aligned to organisational priorities, leadership messaging and cultural programmes (Safety, HR, Environment, Strategy, Inclusion & Diversity, GBV and Differently Abled initiatives). Managed content calendars, publishing schedules and communication grids to ensure consistent, prompt delivery across multiple channels. Produced and published content for email newsletters, intranet, employee app (Engage App) and digital signage (ScreenCloud).

Monitored engagement metrics and analytics to refine content strategy and improve communication effectiveness. Developed leadership communications, including CEO town halls, organisational updates and change communications.

• Led communications for high-profile initiatives, including Global Safety Day, Applaud Recognition Awards and the Burning Ambition Strategy, reaching over 45,000 employees.
• Partnered with leadership, HR and operational teams to drive engagement and adoption of culture and change programmes.
• Governed distribution lists and audience segmentation to ensure correct targeting.
• Managed sensitive and crisis communications with professionalism and care.

Senior Communications Specialist – Special Projects & Events at Anglo American Platinum (2017-01 – 2021-12)

Coordinated large-scale internal communication initiatives and corporate campaigns. Led the launch and adoption of the Engage App, a digital communication platform for non-desk employees, reaching ±30,000 users. Produced digital content for leadership forums, change initiatives and employee updates.

Managed enterprise publications including newsletters, event communication packs and digital content hubs. Aligned internal communication activity with broader corporate narrative and external messaging. Oversaw publishing timelines, approvals and execution across business units.

• Drove adoption of a new digital employee channel, transforming how frontline employees received company information.

Change Management & Communications Lead at Anglo American Platinum (2015-01 – 2017-12)

• Delivered communication execution for large-scale organisational change programmes.
• Designed and implemented publishing rhythms for weekly and monthly employee communications.
• Created internal narratives and leadership toolkits to support change adoption.
• Developed content packages, FAQs and stakeholder engagement materials.
• Partnered with HR and leadership to align messaging with business priorities.

Corporate Communications Manager – Events at Anglo American Platinum (2013-01 – 2015-12)

Managed internal and external corporate events, leadership forums and employee engagements, including Mining Indaba, PlatAfrica Awards, Mining Lekgotla, Miss South Africa partnership events, fuel cell launches and community projects. Produced executive communications, presentations and supporting content. Coordinated cross-functional communication requirements across departments.

Managed agencies, vendors and publishing timelines. Ensured brand governance and editorial consistency across all touchpoints.

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Communication Studies – North-West University, Potchefstroom (2003-01 – 2007-12)