ANDISWA JULIA SIJAJI
Senior Business Administrator
Johannesburg
Summary
"A driven individual who thrives on opportunities to grow, learn, and make a meaningful impact. My approach is centred around continuous self-improvement, empowering my team, and contributing value to my organisation and industry. I'm passionate about acquiring new knowledge and insights, and I bring a dynamic and curious mindset to everything I do. My philosophy is to either pursue your passion or cultivate a passion for what you do – and I'm committed to living this principle every day. As a results-oriented management professional, I've proven my ability to lead teams to success, drive operational efficiency, and foster a culture of accountability and excellence. I'm adaptable, innovative, and dedicated to bringing positive energy to my work environment – and I'm excited to do the same for your organisation."
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Insolvency/Business Development/Rescue and General Administrator
Indalo Business Restructuring
02.2024 - Current
- Office Administration, Business Development, Relationships Building and Maintenance, Administration of Insolvent Estates/Business Rescue, Turnaround and Restructuring Administration.
- Bidding, RFQ- Request for Quotation, Preparing and Submission of Documents, CIPC related Administration in BR and Company Registration, Drafting Letters/Minutes, Drafting claims, calculating, Opening Files, Filing, Communications, Negotiating, Clientele, Creditor/Supplier Relationships, Dealing with Institutes such as Banks, Human Resource of Distressed Companies, Trade Unions/ Employees, SARS (South African Revenue Services), Planning, Strategising, Preparation of Documents- lodging claims and requisitions, Meetings of Creditors Liquidation Administration – High Courts, Masters Office, Fund Administrators (FSP’s), Attorneys.
- (Business Rescue/Restructuring/Turnaround/ Insolvency/ Business Solutions and Late Estates)
- Scheduled appointments, improving rapport between company and clients.
- Ensured prompt delivery of documents for improved communication flow.
Manager- Client Service/Business Development
L and J Administrator - Self Employed
04.2024 - 03.2025
- Administration of Insolvent Estates/Business Rescue, Office Administration, Drafting Letters/Minutes, Drafting claims, calculating, Assisting with Company Registrations, SARS Tax submission Opening Files, Filing, Communications, Negotiating, Clientele, Creditor/Supplier Relationships. Dealing with Institutes such as Banks, Human Resource of Distressed Companies, Trade Unions/ Employees, SARS.
- Negotiated contracts to secure favourable terms.
- Planning, Strategising, Preparation of Documents, Meetings Liquidation Administration – High Courts, Masters Office, Fund Administrators (FSP’s), Attorneys.
- (Business Rescue/Restructuring/Turnaround /Insolvency/ Business Solutions and Late Estates)
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients to secure repeat business.
Senior Claims Consultant
Kaapvaal Trust (Insolvency Firm)
10.2018 - 10.2024
- Negotiating and securing claims, ensuring corrections for proof Knowledge and understanding of processes, law and act, Assisting various and vast group of creditors including Employees, trade creditors, SARS, Banks through the process, Editing, Timeous preparation of documents for court, Lodging of Nominations/Requisitions, Attending Meetings of Creditors, Proof Of claims, Interrogations, voting in at creditors meeting, liaising with insurance companies Drafting letters, drafting creditor claims, calculating, checking high volumes of documents, Opening Files, Filing Communications – Following up/through. Liaising with the Departments Of Justice, Master of High Court, Magistrates and other Attorney, Trade Unions, Dep of Labour, Financial Institutes, Creditors and Banks, Marketing, Checking and sharing minutes of meetings
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration III -
Regenesys Business School
Johannesburg, Gauteng 06.2022 -
Grade 12 - English, Afrikaans, Mathematics, Accounting Computer Studies, Graphic Art, Entrepreneurship
Gardens Commercial High
Cape Town, Western Cape /2001 -
AIPSA- Diploma in Insolvency Law and Practice - Law
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, Gauteng01-2012
Broadcast - RAB1 – Studio Technologies and on-air product, RAB5 – Outside Broadcasts
SABC – Radio Broadcasting Facilities
01-2011
Journalism - Print, Radio, Television, Web, Desktop Publishing Media Law, Media Studies, Hypertext Mark-up Language, Photo-Journ, and Public Relations
City Varsity College
01-2006
Entrepreneurship - Introduction to Business Management, Entrepreneurship, Business Communication, Business Law, Accounting
Cape College
Cape Town, Western Cape 03.2000 - 03.2001
Skills
Planning
Secretarial
Peoples Person
Telemarketing
Communication
Organizational
Administrative
Negotiation
Public Speaking
References
- Lebo, Mpakati, CEO, 010 615 0031, Indalo
- Verina, Simons, HRM, 011 402 3170, Kaapvaal Trust
- Sgwili, Gumede, Chairman, 083 400 7460, CMM
- Stephen, Paradza, RBF Regional Manager, 021 430 8203, SABC
- Lynda, Smith, RBF Technical Manager, 021 430 8321, SABC
Certification
Leadership Workshop by Old Mutual
Interests
Dancing, Reading, Music, Drawing, ARTS
PRIZES AND AWARDS
Professional Ballroom Dancer, Typing, Computer, Mathematics
Timeline
Manager- Client Service/Business Development
L and J Administrator - Self Employed
04.2024 - 03.2025
Insolvency/Business Development/Rescue and General Administrator
Indalo Business Restructuring
02.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Business Administration III -
Regenesys Business School
06.2022 -
Senior Claims Consultant
Kaapvaal Trust (Insolvency Firm)
10.2018 - 10.2024
Entrepreneurship - Introduction to Business Management, Entrepreneurship, Business Communication, Business Law, Accounting
Cape College
03.2000 - 03.2001
Broadcast - RAB1 – Studio Technologies and on-air product, RAB5 – Outside Broadcasts
SABC – Radio Broadcasting Facilities
Journalism - Print, Radio, Television, Web, Desktop Publishing Media Law, Media Studies, Hypertext Mark-up Language, Photo-Journ, and Public Relations
City Varsity College
Grade 12 - English, Afrikaans, Mathematics, Accounting Computer Studies, Graphic Art, Entrepreneurship
Gardens Commercial High
/2001 -
AIPSA- Diploma in Insolvency Law and Practice - Law
University of Pretoria