DEDRÉ BROWNING
Manager
Centurion,Gauteng
Summary
Senior executive office and operations professional with extensive experience across government, corporate, NGO, and community-focused environments. Proven ability to manage executive functions, labour relations, HR processes, compliance, and complex office operations with discretion and authority. Experienced in facilitating negotiations, supporting governance structures, and stabilizing organizations during periods of transition. Recognized for integrity, sound judgement, and a values-driven approach to leadership, coordination, and stakeholder engagement.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Entrepreneurial Humanitarian | Operations & Programme Lead
Long-Term Africa-Based Initiatives
Limpopo, Tshwane & Mashare
01.2012 - Current
- Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across multi-sector initiatives involving government, community structures, and private stakeholders
- Coordinate programmes focused on governance, sustainability, education, entrepreneurship, and family systems
- Manage resources, reporting, stakeholder engagement, and implementation frameworks
- Mobilise and coordinate multidisciplinary teams to support delivery, capacity-building, and job creation
- Ensure ethical leadership, compliance awareness, and culturally respectful engagement
Executive Assistant & Executive Office Manager
NET1 Applied Technologies SA (Pty) Ltd
Rosebank, Johannesburg
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Provided high-level executive support to the Vice President, managing confidential matters and priority projects
- Oversaw executive office operations, scheduling, reporting, and stakeholder coordination
- Supported cross-functional and international engagements, including media and external partners
- Conducted research, data analysis, and project monitoring to support executive decision-making
- Coordinated resources, resolved operational challenges, and ensured continuity across executive functions
Office, Administration & Project Coordination (Grouped Roles)
Various Organisations
Emalahleni & Centurion, Gauteng
01.2000 - 01.2011
- Office and financial administration, billing, and reporting
- HR coordination, staff support, and training assistance
- Contract, tender, and project documentation support
- Client-facing administration and stakeholder coordination
- (Including Smart Foundation, Vermaak & Partners Pathologists, Tolerable Trading, Law Enforcement Friends International)
Management, Operations & Change Support
Truworths Ltd
Mpumalanga & Tshwane
09.1999 - 01.2000
- Progressed from Sales Floor Consultant to Supervisor and Acting Store Manager
- Completed formal merchandising and retail management training
- Selected to support store revamps and cultural realignment initiatives, assisting with the implementation of new operational standards and customer service culture
- Supported change management efforts, staff engagement, and leadership during transition periods
- Managed stock control, loss prevention, reporting, and staff training
Senior Administration & Labour Relations Support
Department of Labour
Emalahleni
01.1993 - 01.1999
- Performed senior administrative and operational duties across labour relations, UIF, and compliance divisions
- Facilitated and supported conciliation and negotiation processes, engaging employers and employees during labour disputes
- Acted as secretariat and operational support to Conciliation Boards, with active involvement in negotiation processes where required
- Assisted with mediation, dispute resolution, and statutory compliance aligned with labour legislation
- Conducted inspections, handled labour enquiries, and coordinated workshops, training sessions, and conferences
- Supported senior officials with reporting, stakeholder liaison, and case administration
Education
E Learning Course - Human Rights
United Nations - Human Rights
South Africa01-2026
Organisational Psychology
Unisa
Pretoria, South Africa01-2015
Merchandise Based Program Guidelines
Truworths Training Courses
Witbank, South Africa 04.2001 -
Accounting And Basic Computer Training
WITBANK TECHNICAL COLLEGE:
Emalahleni, South Africa01-1994
Labour Law And Skill Development
Department of Labour Inhouse Training
Emalahleni, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Executive & Office Management
Governance, Trust & Confidential Administration
Labour Relations & Compliance
Human Resources & Employee Relations
Operations & Process Coordination
Financial & Billing Administration
Stakeholder, Client & Media Liaison
Cross-cultural leadership Liaison
Project & Programme Coordination
Leadership & Teamwork
Effective Communication
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Websites
Certification
E-Learning Course: Rights of Indigenous Peoples – Module 1 (Completed Jan 2026)
Timeline
Entrepreneurial Humanitarian | Operations & Programme Lead
Long-Term Africa-Based Initiatives
01.2012 - Current
Executive Assistant & Executive Office Manager
NET1 Applied Technologies SA (Pty) Ltd
01.2012 - 01.2018
Merchandise Based Program Guidelines
Truworths Training Courses
04.2001 -
Labour Law And Skill Development
Department of Labour Inhouse Training
04.2001 -
Office, Administration & Project Coordination (Grouped Roles)
Various Organisations
01.2000 - 01.2011
Management, Operations & Change Support
Truworths Ltd
09.1999 - 01.2000
Senior Administration & Labour Relations Support
Department of Labour
01.1993 - 01.1999
E Learning Course - Human Rights
United Nations - Human Rights
Organisational Psychology
Unisa
Accounting And Basic Computer Training
WITBANK TECHNICAL COLLEGE:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- South African Citizen
- ID: 750409 0025 085
- Married
- Valid Code 08 Driver’s License
Hobbies:
- Personal Trainer & Nutritional Coaching (International Institute For Fitness Training SA)
References:
- Marishka v Zyl, Trust Advisor, TTS Phone: +27 620749819
- Dave Marais, Friend & Associate, Phone: +27 827877822
- Chris de Clerq Esterhuyse, Associate & Husband, Phone: +27 827778585
- Rene Rossouw, Associate, Phone: +27 620749819
- Pam Williams, Previous Manager NET1, Phone: +27 827877822