Ayanda Mbandezi
Summary
Dynamic Community Development Manager with a proven track record at Social Development Old Age, excelling in community outreach and program development. Successfully secured funding through grant proposals and enhanced senior engagement by organizing impactful workshops. Skilled in needs assessment and volunteer management, driving initiatives that advocate for the welfare of older adults.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2027
2027
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Community Development Manager
Social development old age
Johannesburg
08.2014 - 02.2023
- Developed community outreach programs to enhance social engagement for seniors.
- Coordinated workshops and activities promoting health and wellness among elderly participants.
- Collaborated with local organizations to secure resources for community development initiatives.
- Facilitated training sessions for volunteers supporting senior citizens in various programs.
- Managed communication strategies to inform the community about available services and events.
- Assessed community needs through surveys and feedback from elderly residents.
- Advocated for policy changes benefiting the welfare of older adults within the community.
- Organized fundraising events to support social development projects for seniors in need.
- Developed and implemented strategies for community engagement, outreach, and communication.
- Facilitated dialogues between various stakeholders involved in the planning process.
- Conducted research into best practices for community development and wrote reports summarizing findings.
- Prepared presentations outlining proposed initiatives or programs for approval by elected officials or other governing bodies.
- Identified funding sources for projects and wrote grant proposals to secure additional resources.
- Researched emerging technologies that could be used to improve existing programs or create new ones.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and codes related to community development activities.
- Monitored neighborhood trends in order to identify areas of need and potential opportunities for improvement.
- Analyzed demographic data to determine needs of target populations within the community.
- Organized events such as town hall meetings or workshops to engage residents in the decision-making process.
Education
Gating Secondary School
Pretoria, South africaSkills
- Community outreach
- Program development
- Volunteer management
- Needs assessment
Timeline
Community Development Manager
Social development old age
08.2014 - 02.2023
Gating Secondary School