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Celeste Du Plooy
Data & Operations
Pretoria
Summary
Operations and project management professional with a multidisciplinary background in supply chain management, social work, and organisational development. Experienced in translating complex ideas into structured, actionable plans and driving projects from concept through execution with minimal oversight.
Skilled in building systems, processes, and reporting frameworks that improve operational visibility, strengthen accountability, and enable teams to work more effectively. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, coordinate diverse stakeholders, and create practical solutions in fast-moving, resource-constrained environments.
My experience spans nonprofit programme management, executive-level operational support, compliance and reporting, process improvement, and digital product development. As the founder and builder of Motherload, a live technology platform serving South African families, I independently led strategy, project management, system design, vendor coordination, implementation, and ongoing operations across the full product lifecycle.
Known for being highly proactive, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused, I thrive in ambiguous environments where success depends on creating structure, maintaining momentum, and ensuring consistent progress toward organisational goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Operational Support
Fortify Health Group
03.2026 - Current
- Coordinate scheduling and rostering of nursing staff across various clients, guaranteeing sufficient coverage and seamless continuity of care.
- Ensuring adherence to staff compliance - tracking certification records and regulatory criteria across the workforce.
- Created and launched automated staff certification tracker in Excel, consolidating data from various source systems and highlighting imminent and overdue compliance requirements across workforce.
- Supported team activities by accurately documenting processes and maintaining project timelines.
- Learned and utilized scheduling software to manage appointments and optimize resource allocation.
- Facilitated communication between departments to enhance coordination and improve service delivery.
Founder
Foundation52
11.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented innovative programs to enhance community engagement and support.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in services and inform program development.
- Successfully built and shipped Motherload, an extensive directory for family services catering to South African parents.
- Developed Parenting Planner, facilitating co-parenting through streamlined coordination tools.
- Managed complete product development lifecycle including frontend, backend, database, and API integrations independently.
- Currently building user-friendly platform connecting individuals with disabilities to suitable services and support.
Guest House Manager
Mohale Rest and Retreat
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Administered full operations of small high-occupancy guesthouse, maintaining 70% occupancy across 5 rooms while leading team of 5 staff.
- Coordinated booking management across various platforms, enhancing guest experience through effective procurement and scheduling oversight.
- Juggled operational tasks with full-time educational pursuits and two babies.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring compliance with hospitality standards and creating a welcoming environment.
Risk & Communication Manager
Lesedi La Batho
Pretoria
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Supported NGO focused on vulnerable children and families in Admin & HR Assistant role, rapidly transitioned to Risk and Communication Manager within two months.
- Constructed organization's policy and procedure framework from ground up, incorporating governance, HR, and operational protocols.
- Created integrated monitoring, evaluation, and reporting systems for UN Women-supported projects, consolidating HR, finance, and social impact data for comprehensive use in all operations.
- Managed donor relationships
- Facilitated collaboration among cross-functional teams for program delivery administration and reporting functions.
- Streamlined reporting processes, ensuring timely dissemination of risk-related information to stakeholders.
Buyer & Operations Analyst
Maizey's Pty Ltd
Pretoria
03.2016 - 09.2019
- Analyzed purchasing trends to optimize inventory levels, resulting in improved stock availability.
- Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms, enhancing cost-effectiveness of procurement.
- Managed end-to-end procurement, demand planning, imports, and multi-branch stock distribution.
- Build inventory and demand planning system in Excel - tracking slow movers, cost trend analysis, multi-branch stock visibility - replacing manual processes with automated reporting.
- Developed procurement dashboards in Excel
- International supplier management across Germany, Italy, India, and the UK.
- Supported Operations Director in strategic reporting
- Developed data-driven reports on purchasing efficiency, driving strategic decision-making and operational improvements.
- Streamlined order processing workflows, increasing efficiency and reducing lead times for product delivery.
- Implemented inventory management systems that improved accuracy and reduced discrepancies in stock levels.
- Monitored key performance indicators, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and operational excellence.
ESL Teacher
Private School
Gimhae
04.2015 - 12.2015
- Purposeful global experience acquired while young and unburdened.
- Facilitated interactive classroom activities, fostering student participation and improving communication skills.
- Cultivated cross-cultural communication skills and adaptability through engagement in immersive foreign language environment.
- Designed and implemented engaging ESL curriculum, enhancing student language acquisition and cultural understanding.
Independent Business Process Auditor
RSC Consulting Services
Johannesburg
08.2014 - 03.2015
- Situated at Pick n Pay Longmeadow logistics facility.
- Assessed operational workflows encompassing inbound picking and outbound functions for groceries and perishables.
- Delivered weekly compliance and efficiency reports with practical recommendations for senior management.
- Conducted comprehensive audits of business processes to identify efficiency gaps and compliance issues.
- Developed risk assessment frameworks that enhanced operational integrity and streamlined audit procedures.
Stock Controller
Clover SA
Johannesburg
01.2014 - 07.2014
- Maintained accurate inventory levels by implementing systematic stock verification processes.
- Utilized inventory management software to track stock movements and maintain data integrity.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with inventory control policies and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of South Africa
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
BCom - Supply Chain Management
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Operations Management
Project Management
Process Improvement
Workflow Design
SOP Development
Data analysis
Reporting metrics
Operational Efficiency
Vendor Coordination
Stakeholder Management
Executive Support
Data Analysis & Reporting
Risk Assessment
Strategic Planning
Cross-Functional Coordination
Software
Project Management Systems (ClickUp, Trello, Asana, Notion)
Data & Reporting Tools (Excel, Google Sheets, Power BI)
Website & Platform Management (Supabase, Cloudflare, MapBox, WhatsApp API)
Timeline
Operational Support
Fortify Health Group
03.2026 - Current
Founder
Foundation52
11.2024 - Current
Guest House Manager
Mohale Rest and Retreat
01.2022 - 12.2024
Risk & Communication Manager
Lesedi La Batho
02.2021 - 12.2021
Buyer & Operations Analyst
Maizey's Pty Ltd
03.2016 - 09.2019
ESL Teacher
Private School
04.2015 - 12.2015
Independent Business Process Auditor
RSC Consulting Services
08.2014 - 03.2015
Stock Controller
Clover SA
01.2014 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of South Africa
04.2001 -
BCom - Supply Chain Management
University of Pretoria
04.2001 -