Kabelo Sandile Ngwenya
Assistant Director
Johannesburg
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Assistant Director
Ngwenya Hotel & Conference Centre,
Ngwenya Hotel & Conference Centre
1 2024 - Current
- Conceptualizing and implementing strategic initiatives to drive business growth
- Collaborating closely with the director on high-level business decisions and planning.
Marketing Manager
Ngwenya Hospitality Group
Ngwenya Boutique Hotel
01.2023 - Current
- Leading marketing efforts, including upgrading corporate identity and creating new websites
- Modernizing room amenities and other business elements
- Managing relationships with clients, suppliers, and travel agencies
- Transitioning booking systems from HTI to Nightsbridge, enhancing technological efficiency.
Assistant Operations Manager
Ngwenya Hospitality Group
Ngwenya Boutique Hotel
01.2022 - Current
- Overseeing human resources functions, including onboarding, employee contracts, and job descriptions
- Supporting and upgrading the human resources manual in collaboration with external HR professionals
- Providing comprehensive support to the human resources department.
Director & Co-Founder
Lavela Resources
01.2021 - Current
- Leading business development and stakeholder relations
- Key achievements include procuring and supplying coal for companies such as VAW Investments, Coalesce, and Mhlaba Group.
Sole Director
Isasukile Consulting Group
01.2021 - Current
- Consulting for businesses wishing to engage with government departments
- Identifying key opportunities for public-private partnerships.
Co-Founder & CEO
Izwelethu Aluwani Holdings
01.2015 - Current
- Provided niche products and services to government departments
- Notable projects included supplying 100 schools with essential equipment in 2017.
Executive Assistant to the Director
Ngwenya Hospitality Group
Ngwenya City Hotel
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Delivered executive support across multiple hospitality businesses
- Gained extensive knowledge of the hospitality industry and implemented organizational improvements.
IT Intern
American Tower Corporation
08.2020 - 09.2020
- Job shadowed the Head of Business Solutions on project developments
- Conducted software testing for new business products.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration -
Gordon Institute of Business Science, University of Pretoria
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Administration -
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa 01.2016 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Laws (Not Completed) -
University of The Witswatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa 02.2011 - 11.2014
Skills
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Innovative and Creative Problem Solving
Qualitative and Quantitative Research
Public Speaking
Events and Project Management
Human Resources Management
Marketing and Corporate Identity Development
Stakeholder Relations
Technological Upgrades and Systems Implementation
Extra Mural Activities
- Wits SASCO Branch Deputy Chairperson, 2013-2014
- WIts SRC Treasurer-General, Wits University, 2013-2014
- Wits University All Residence Council Entertainment Officer, 2012-2013
- Wits University Junction Residence Chairperson, 2012-2013
Languages
English
IsiZulu
Setswana
References
- Mr. Amkela Moyo, General Manager, Ngwenya Hotel & Conference Centre, amkela@ngwenyahotel.co.za, +27 84 761 8765
- Mr. Tebogo Thothela, Parliamentary Counsellor to the Premier & Director Strategic Support to the Director General, [email address removed], +27 84 940 1172
- Ms Sinesipho Mdutshane, Director & Founder, Mhlaba Group, sinesipho@mhlabagroup.co.za, +27 78 332 2150
- Mr. Dane Moodley, Head, Business Solutions, American Tower Corporation (EMEA)
Timeline
Marketing Manager
Ngwenya Hospitality Group
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Operations Manager
Ngwenya Hospitality Group
01.2022 - Current
Director & Co-Founder
Lavela Resources
01.2021 - Current
Sole Director
Isasukile Consulting Group
01.2021 - Current
Executive Assistant to the Director
Ngwenya Hospitality Group
01.2021 - 12.2023
IT Intern
American Tower Corporation
08.2020 - 09.2020
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration -
Gordon Institute of Business Science, University of Pretoria
01.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Administration -
University of Pretoria
01.2016 - 11.2019
Co-Founder & CEO
Izwelethu Aluwani Holdings
01.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Laws (Not Completed) -
University of The Witswatersrand
02.2011 - 11.2014
Assistant Director
Ngwenya Hotel & Conference Centre,
1 2024 - Current