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MONDI GOVUZELA

Heuweloord,South Africa

Summary

Dynamic Senior Manager with over 25 years of experience in the public and private health sectors. Solid experience in managing strategic information for health, public health, and private healthcare financing policy development and management. Demonstrated success in driving strategic initiatives and leading cross-functional teams to accomplish organisational goals.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Acting Executive Manager: Office of the CEO

Council for Medical Schemes
Pretoria, Gauteng
04.2025 - Current

• Coordinating the development of Strategic and Annual Performance Information Plans in compliance with national regulations and CMS policies.
• Consolidating and overseeing quarterly and annual institutional performance reports and submission to the relevant statutory authorities.
• Coordinate strategic planning and performance information to ensure that reports are tabled at Parliament, NDoH, National Treasury and other stakeholders.
• Providing support to strategic projects in the Office of the Chief Executive & Registrar.
• Identifying and evaluating overall risks to the organisation (people, property, finances, organisational image, etc.) and implementing measures to control and mitigate the risks continuously.
• Developing operational plans which work towards achieving the strategic goals and objectives of the organisation.
• Monitoring the organisation’s performance against the operational plans to ensure stakeholders’ expectations are met.
• Oversee the planning, execution, monitoring and evaluation of the organisation's programs, services, and special projects on a continuous basis within set deadlines.
• Ensure implementation of Risk Management Plan, Internal Audit findings, Ethics Management, and Institutional Performance Management,
• Oversee the eminent presentation of the CMS 2024/2025 Annual Performance Plan to the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Health.

Senior Manager: Benefits Management

Council for Medical Schemes
Pretoria, Gauteng
10.2022 - 04.2025
  • Overseeing the development, implementation, and monitoring of benefits management strategies
  • Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and policies related to benefits management
  • Leading the evaluation and approval of medical scheme benefits and pricing structures
  • Managing stakeholder relationships, including medical schemes, healthcare providers, and industry bodies
  • Conducting risk assessments and implementing mitigation strategies for benefits management
  • Providing strategic guidance and support to the organization on benefits-related matters
  • Analyzing and reporting on the performance and impact of benefit programs
  • Coordinating with other departments to align benefits management with overall organizational goals
  • Implementing continuous improvement initiatives in benefits management processes
  • Leading and mentoring the benefits management team to achieve organizational objectives

Director: Strategy, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation

Office of Health Standards Compliance
Pretoria, Gauteng
09.2020 - 09.2022
  • Develop and implement strategic plans to ensure organizational goals and objectives are met
  • Monitor and evaluate the performance of health programs and initiatives
  • Oversee data collection and analysis to inform decision-making and policy development
  • Coordinate with stakeholders to align strategies and optimize resource utilization
  • Ensure compliance with relevant health standards and regulations
  • Provide leadership and guidance to the team in strategy, planning, monitoring, and evaluation functions
  • Prepare and present reports on program performance and outcomes to senior management and external stakeholders

Senior Researcher

Council for Medical Schemes
Pretoria, Gauteng
09.2005 - 08.2020
  • Conduct in-depth research on medical schemes to inform policy development
  • Analyze data and trends in the healthcare industry to produce comprehensive reports
  • Provide evidence-based recommendations to improve the regulation and performance of medical schemes
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to gather insights and validate research findings
  • Assess and model financial risks associated with medical schemes to ensure equitable fund distribution
  • Monitor and report on the financial performance of the Risk Equalisation Fund
  • Develop and maintain risk adjustment methodologies and tools
  • Provide analytical support for policy decisions related to the Risk Equalisation Fund
  • Design and implement research projects focused on specific issues within the medical schemes industry
  • Analyze complex data sets to identify trends and insights relevant to special projects
  • Develop detailed project plans, including timelines and resource allocation
  • Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure project objectives are met
  • Other roles: Risk Equalisation Fund Analyst, Special Projects Research Analyst

Senior Data Manager

Reproductive Health and HIV Research Unit
Johannesburg, Gauteng
02.2004 - 08.2005
  • Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of data management systems to ensure accurate and efficient data collection and storage
  • Lead a team of data analysts and data entry personnel, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations
  • Develop and enforce data management protocols, standard operating procedures, and quality control measures
  • Collaborate with research teams to define data requirements and ensure the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive information
  • Conduct regular data audits and validation checks to identify and resolve data discrepancies and inconsistencies
  • Generate and present detailed data reports and visualizations to support research findings and inform decision-making processes
  • Stay updated with advancements in data management technologies and methodologies to implement best practices
  • Management level

Senior Medical Technical Officer

NIOH (National Institute of Occupational Health)
Johannesburg, Gauteng
12.1997 - 12.2003
  • Conducting routine and specialized laboratory tests to diagnose occupational health conditions
  • Ensuring compliance with safety and quality control protocols in the laboratory
  • Managing and maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies
  • Analyzing and interpreting test results for healthcare providers and researchers
  • Training and supervising junior laboratory staff and technicians
  • Assisting in the development and implementation of research projects
  • Preparing technical reports and documentation for regulatory and research purposes
  • Participating in the development of occupational health guidelines and policies
  • Collaborating with other health professionals and institutions on occupational health matters

Education

Master of Business Administration - Health Policy

University of the Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, Gauteng
01.2013 - 12.2014

Master of Business Administration - Business

Regenesys
Johannesburg, Gauteng
09.2024 -

Bachelor of Science (Medical) (Honours) -

University of the Witwatersrand

Bachelor of Science - Science

University of the Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, Gauteng
01.1992 - 12.1995

Skills

  • Expertise in Benefits Management
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Policy Development
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Data Analysis and Interpretation
  • Strategic Planning and Implementation
  • Team Leadership and Development
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Certification

  • World Bank Skills Building Program on Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, and Decision Science in Health and Nutrition, Pretoria, 10/2018
  • WHO Advanced Course on Health Financing for Universal Coverage for Low- and Middle-Income Countries, Barcelona, Spain, 06/12/17
  • Health Financing Policy for Universal Health Coverage, self-learning e-course, 05/2017
  • Advanced Project Management, Regenesys Business School, Sandton, GP, 01/2006
  • Good Clinical Practice, Wits Health Consortium, 04/2004
  • Train the trainer (Good Clinical Practice), Wits Health Consortium, 10/2004
  • Epi Info course facilitator, Reproductive Health Research Methods Course, 2004 & 2005
  • Microbicides Development Programme Train the Trainer workshop, London, 2004
  • Microbicides Development Programme Investigators workshop, Tanzania, 2004

Languages

English

Personal Information

  • Health Status: Medically Fit
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: South African

Custom

  • Reading
  • Writing
  • Current Affairs

Timeline

Acting Executive Manager: Office of the CEO

Council for Medical Schemes
04.2025 - Current

Master of Business Administration - Business

Regenesys
09.2024 -

Senior Manager: Benefits Management

Council for Medical Schemes
10.2022 - 04.2025

Director: Strategy, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation

Office of Health Standards Compliance
09.2020 - 09.2022

Master of Business Administration - Health Policy

University of the Witwatersrand
01.2013 - 12.2014

Senior Researcher

Council for Medical Schemes
09.2005 - 08.2020

Senior Data Manager

Reproductive Health and HIV Research Unit
02.2004 - 08.2005

Senior Medical Technical Officer

NIOH (National Institute of Occupational Health)
12.1997 - 12.2003

Bachelor of Science - Science

University of the Witwatersrand
01.1992 - 12.1995

Bachelor of Science (Medical) (Honours) -

University of the Witwatersrand
MONDI GOVUZELA