References

References

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SAHPRA

Mr Yuven Gounden joined the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) in June 2019 until his retirement in 2023.

He has executed his duties diligently and professionally. He is known for his punctuality and his adherence to deadlines.

SAICA

I, Ms Chantyl Mulder, confirm that Mr. Yuvarasen Gounden worked at The South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA). He worked as a project manager in communications. His main responsibilities were managing the communications and public relations team and engaging with the media proactively.
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SAQA

I am pleased to provide a reference for Mr Yuvarasen Gounden based on his work at the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). I can confirm that Mr Gounden worked full-time as a Deputy Director (Communications and Public Relations) at SAQA between 1 July 2008 and 31 January 2011.

Water Research Commission

I, Dr Mandla Msibi, hereby confirm that Mr. Gounden worked as Copy Editor; Public Relations and Communication Coordinator at Water Research Commission, South Africa, from 01.10.2000 until 31.07.2008 on a full-time basis. He successfully publicised achievements and highlights to key stakeholders and promoted initiatives on media platforms. He was responsible for content management, events management, organisation of exhibitions and sponsorship, and Parliamentary and Ministerial liaison.
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FANRPAN

I, Dr Tshilidzi Madzivhandila, hereby confirm that Yuvarasen Gounden worked as Communication and
Advocacy Manager at the Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN),
Pretoria on a full-time basis. His assignment at the FANRPAN was from 01 February 2011 until 30 August
2012.

Self-Care Association

I am writing this letter to highly recommend Yuven Gounden. I have had the privilege of working closely with Yuven for several years in his capacity as Manager of communication and PR at the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) and his contribution has always been outstanding.
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CP+ Associates

I met Mr Yuven Gounden during his tenure at the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) in my capacity as a advisor to the agency for capacity development activities. He supported our work by thinking through, preparing and following up on communications aspects related to the project.

goFLUENT Group SA

I am writing this letter of recommendation for Yuven Gounden, who was a dedicated Corporate English Trainer with us at goFLUENT from October 2023 to March 2025. Yuven was in my team and has demonstrated proficiency in time management, effective communication, and cultural fluency and sensitivity.
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inseta

On behalf of the Insurance Sector Education and Training Authority (INSETA), I am pleased to provide this reference for Mr. Yuven Gounden, who recently supported us with editing and proofreading services.

SEDFA

I am pleased to recommend Mr. Yuven Gounden for his exceptional editing and proofreading skills. Throughout the engagement, Yuven demonstrated outstanding attention to detail and strong time management in executing his work.
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UN Women

Mr. Gounden ensured effective communication, accurate documentation, and timely reporting, contributing to the overall success of the first G20 Empowerment of Women Working Group
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110 Magdalena Willers Street, Kilner Park, Pretoria, 0186

COMENSA

Yuven Gounden is a member of COMENSA

Working hours

Monday - Friday : 08h00 - 17h00
Saturday - Sunday: 08h00 - 16h00

About Yuven

Offering 20 years of experience in copy editing and communication and 21 years experience as an educator, a BTech Communication Degree, with special knowledge of media, strategy, stakeholder mapping and a suite of communication interventions.

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