Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Tech Projects And Experience
Leadership And Digital Strategy
Why Hire Me
Personal Information
Accomplishments
Timeline
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David Mwenda

Johannesburg

Summary

Versatile and ambitious IT professional with a strong foundation in computer science and cybersecurity. Passionate about utilizing skills to build digital solutions that effectively address real-world problems. Experienced in full-stack web development, systems security, and leading tech-driven projects. Demonstrated ability to adapt and excel in various industries, from web freelancing to tech-enabled trade platforms and humanitarian projects. Fluent in English and French, eager to contribute to dynamic teams where innovation intersects with meaningful impact.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Subcontracting Manager

E.K.M Sasu
Lubumbashi
01.2024 - 02.2025
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, cutting operational costs while maintaining quality of service.

Founder & CEO

Cercle Royal Afrique
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02.2023 - Current
  • Built a tech-powered trading platform to boost cross-border business in Africa
  • Integrated secure transaction methods and user account systems
  • Promoted platform growth through digital marketing and CRM tools

President

FJSL (NGO)
Johannesburg / Lubumbashi
09.2017 - Current
  • Led digital campaigns to fundraise for orphanages and social projects
  • Created systems to track donor data, manage volunteers, and report on impact
  • Promoted tech for good in underserved communities

Capstone Project – IT Project Manager

Eduvos
Johannesburg
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Led a team of developers to design a web-based student service portal
  • Oversaw timeline, resource planning, version control (Git), and front-end design
  • Delivered a polished solution that addressed real student needs and impressed evaluators
  • Led and managed staff of 5 team members engaged in administering complex IT infrastructure.

Freelance Web Developer

Freelance Web Developer
Lubumbashi
01.2022 - 02.2022
  • Delivered tailored websites for logistics and construction firms using WordPress, PHP, and JavaScript
  • Improved loading speed, SEO performance, and mobile responsiveness
  • Managed full project cycle: client meetings, development, testing, deployment, and training
  • Coded websites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery languages.

Education

Bachelor - Computer Science

Eduvos (formerly Pearson Institute of Higher Education)
Johannesburg South Africa
02.2021 - 02.2023

Cybersecurity Certificate -

Udemy
Online Platform
04.2025 - 04.2025

Skills

Tech Projects And Experience

  • Freelance Web Developer, 01/01/22, Present, Delivered tailored websites for logistics and construction firms using WordPress, PHP, and JavaScript, Improved loading speed, SEO performance, and mobile responsiveness, Managed full project cycle: client meetings, development, testing, deployment, and training
  • Capstone Project – IT Project Manager, Eduvos, 01/01/23, Led a team of developers to design a web-based student service portal, Oversaw timeline, resource planning, version control (Git), and front-end design, Delivered a polished solution that addressed real student needs and impressed evaluators

Leadership And Digital Strategy

  • Founder & CEO, Cercle Royal Afrique, 01/01/23, Built a tech-powered trading platform to boost cross-border business in Africa, Integrated secure transaction methods and user account systems, Promoted platform growth through digital marketing and CRM tools
  • President, FJSL (NGO), 01/01/22, Led digital campaigns to fundraise for orphanages and social projects, Created systems to track donor data, manage volunteers, and report on impact, Promoted tech for good in underserved communities

Why Hire Me

  • I build real solutions — from code to community
  • I lead teams and take initiative
  • I learn fast and adapt even faster
  • I bring both tech skills and business understanding
  • I’m passionate about technology with purpose

Personal Information

I can relocate if necessary 

Accomplishments

    Accomplishment:

    Successfully managed a cross-functional team to deliver a web application for a construction firm, completing the project 2 weeks ahead of schedule while ensuring full client satisfaction and post-deployment support.

Timeline

Cybersecurity Certificate -

Udemy
04.2025 - 04.2025

Subcontracting Manager

E.K.M Sasu
01.2024 - 02.2025

Founder & CEO

Cercle Royal Afrique
02.2023 - Current

Capstone Project – IT Project Manager

Eduvos
01.2023 - 12.2023

Freelance Web Developer

Freelance Web Developer
01.2022 - 02.2022

Bachelor - Computer Science

Eduvos (formerly Pearson Institute of Higher Education)
02.2021 - 02.2023

President

FJSL (NGO)
09.2017 - Current
David Mwenda