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Anastasia Molepo

Assistant Director Planning
Mamelodi East

Summary

I have worked in vast environments that require proficient analytical abilities in terms of creating departmental and divisional strategic direction and the impact it will have within the working environment. I am well versed with the external environmental scan to assist in the formulation and execution of short, medium and long term strategic and regulatory framework. I am competent in my research and report writing skills.

Professional with background in leadership and operational excellence, ready to drive strategic initiatives and streamline processes. Known for fostering team collaboration and delivering consistent results, adapting effectively to evolving demands. Expertise spans project management, strategic planning, and stakeholder communication. Possesses strong problem-solving abilities and proactive mindset, ensuring organisational goals are met efficiently and effectively.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
23
23
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Assistant Director Planning Duties

Directorate Strategy and Planning
08.2023 - Current

Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate DOD Corporate Planning, Budgeting Risk Management and Reporting Cycle.
  • Assist with development of DOD Planning Tools such as the Strategic Plan, Annual Performance Plan and Annual Operational Plan.
  • Assist with the development of Corporate Functional and Support Guidelines.
  • Assist with the co-ordination of the Defence Secretariat strategic planning processes.

Assistant Director Defence Strategy

Directorate Strategy and Planning
02.2023 - 08.2023

Responsibilities:

  • Assisted in analysing the Defence Strategic Environment.
  • Analysed government and departmental strategic direction and the impact on the DOD.
  • Assisted with the development of annual Defence Strategic and Functional Guidelines for Planning.
  • Assisted with the development of departmental policies, strategies and plans.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.

Directorate Planner

Directorate Intelligence for Operations
11.2021 - 01.2023

Responsibilities:

  • Evaluated and monitored directorate's plans, reports and performance plans.
  • Planned, organised, coordinated and controlled the strategy plans.
  • Evaluated and interpreted applicable governmental regulations, policy directives.
  • Executed over and above tasks by the Director.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align goals and ensure project success.
  • Successfully managed multiple high-priority projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines.

Defence Intelligence Divisional Planner

Defence Intelligence Division
04.2019 - 10.2021

Resbonsibilities:

  • Assisted in compiling the Divisional Level 2 APP, Annual, Quarterly and Monthly Reports.
  • Managed the internal planning process within directorates.
  • Ensured compliance with requirements from oversight bodies such as AGSA and DPME.
  • Draft the short, medium and long term planning of the Section.
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of issues.

Administrative Clerk

Chief Directorate Intelligence Support
12.2018 - 03.2019

Responsibilities:

  • Maintained a high standard of security in terms of documentation and information.
  • Ensured that target dates are adhering to.
  • Collected and hand delivered mail to stakeholders.
  • Bookkeeping of the signed outgoing and incoming documents.
  • Entered data into system and updated stakeholders' contacts with information to keep records current.
  • Communicated with stakeholders via phone and email to confirm deliveries and respond to inquiries.

General Warehouse Worker

KITKAT Cash & Carry

Responsibilities:

  • Assisted customers with product enquiries.
  • Promoted new products.
  • Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
  • Maintained a clean and safe working environment by following safety protocols and keeping work areas tidy.

Education

Master's Degree - Strategic Studies

MILITARY ACADEMY (STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY)
01.2024 - Current

Short Course - Public Administration and Management

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA (UNISA)
08.2023 - 05.2024

BMil Hons - Strategic Studies

MILITARY ACADEMY (STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY)
01.2021 - 12.2023

BMil - Security and Africa Studies

MILITARY ACADEMY (STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY)
01.2017 - 12.2020

National Diploma - Industrial Engineering

TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
01.2013 - 02.2022

Grade 12 - undefined

PHATENG SECONDARY SCHOOL
01.2008 - 12.2012

Skills

  • Report writing and generation skills

  • Analytical skills

  • End user computer skills (such as MS Excel, MS Word, MS Office Outlook and MS PowerPoint)

  • Data capturing

  • Information analysis

  • Communication skills

  • Strategic planning

  • Regulatory compliance

  • Stakeholder engagement

Contact Details

Cell: 0614324221

Telephone: 012 355 6313

Email: Anastasia.Molepo@dod.mil.za or molepoanastasia@gmail.com

Training

  • Basic Firefighting and Safety Training.
  • Basic First Aid Training.

References

Michael Cox        Director       012 355 6309

Beatrice du Toit  Supervisor   012 355 6393

Deon de Vos        Supervisor   012 316 0851

Timeline

Master's Degree - Strategic Studies

MILITARY ACADEMY (STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY)
01.2024 - Current

Assistant Director Planning Duties

Directorate Strategy and Planning
08.2023 - Current

Short Course - Public Administration and Management

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA (UNISA)
08.2023 - 05.2024

Assistant Director Defence Strategy

Directorate Strategy and Planning
02.2023 - 08.2023

Directorate Planner

Directorate Intelligence for Operations
11.2021 - 01.2023

BMil Hons - Strategic Studies

MILITARY ACADEMY (STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY)
01.2021 - 12.2023

Defence Intelligence Divisional Planner

Defence Intelligence Division
04.2019 - 10.2021

Administrative Clerk

Chief Directorate Intelligence Support
12.2018 - 03.2019

BMil - Security and Africa Studies

MILITARY ACADEMY (STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY)
01.2017 - 12.2020

National Diploma - Industrial Engineering

TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
01.2013 - 02.2022

Grade 12 - undefined

PHATENG SECONDARY SCHOOL
01.2008 - 12.2012

General Warehouse Worker

KITKAT Cash & Carry
Anastasia MolepoAssistant Director Planning