Karabo Motaung
Johannesburg
Summary
I am a results-driven strategic execution leader with 7+ years of experience in consulting, specializing in strategy execution, stakeholder engagement, change management, governance and business transformation. Currently an Associate Business & Operations Consultant at Nokia Advanced Consulting Services, I have successfully led high impact initiatives, including 5G rollout strategies, digital transformation, and project feasibility assessments, driving revenue growth and operational efficiency. With a strong foundation in strategic planning, market trends analysis, and risk mitigation, I excel at translating strategy into action, optimizing business performance, and navigating complex regulatory environments. Holding an MBA in Strategy from Wits Business School, where I ranked among the top 15% of my cohort, I bring a data driven, solution-oriented approach to executing strategic initiatives in fast-paced, high-stakes environments achieving organizational objectives and targets making me ideal for the Uber, Strategy and Planning Lead.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Associate Business & Operations Consultant
Nokia Advanced Consulting Services
Johannesburg
06.2023 - Current
- -Developed and executed corporate strategy objectives for clients in the telecommunications and technology sectors, driving transformative projects and business growth.
- Conducted comprehensive Commercial Due Diligence and market research for a leading telecommunications provider, leading to a 15% increase in revenue through AI Ops maturity and advanced targeting strategies.
- Led the development of a 5G rollout plan for a Nigerian telecom operator, enhancing due diligence efforts and strategic planning, contributing to a 20% market growth.
- Developing and interpreting business strategy and determining innovative solutions that will support strategy implementation.
- Project Manage the successful execution of strategic initiatives, leveraging analytical thinking and creative problem-solving to address complex client issues.
- Enable change management in areas of business inefficiency, design business cases and work with relevant stakeholders to implement solutions and achieve business excellence.
- Identifying, enabling and maintaining strategic partnership opportunities with internal and external organizations that will enhance business offering.
- Expertise developing business use cases, building and managing partner relations, processes/strategies, effectively engaging with internal & external stakeholders, including senior managers.
- Proven ability to apply business knowledge to distressed businesses, leveraging research techniques and legislative expertise to create innovative solutions, advocate for best practices, and manage business operations efficiently.
- Achieved a 20% improvement in stakeholder retention by creating tailored engagement plans, resulting in stronger relationships and a 10% growth in repeat business.
- Developed and implemented a competitive analysis framework that improved client strategy effectiveness, leading to a 15% increase in market share for two key clients.
- Developed and implemented a change communication strategy that enhanced stakeholder engagement by 40%, leading to a smoother transition and a 15% decrease in project delays.
- Developed a comprehensive benchmarking report that identified cost-saving opportunities, leading to a 30% reduction in operational expenses for client projects.
- Facilitated cross-functional workshops to develop a 3-year strategic roadmap, aligning departmental goals that improved project delivery timelines by 30%.
- Streamlined project management processes by introducing new methodologies, reducing project delivery times by 20% and enhancing client satisfaction ratings by 15%.
- Implemented a dynamic resource allocation strategy that enhanced project prioritization, driving a 40% increase in on-time project completions over a 12-month period.
Knowledge Management, Research & Policy Assistant
NYDA
Johannesburg
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Led strategic stakeholder engagements with government departments and youth organizations, aligning efforts to drive youth development initiatives across South Africa.
- Played a key role in advocating for policy changes that contributed to the creation of 3 million jobs for youth through public/private partnerships.
- Developed and delivered presentations and strategic communication for diverse audiences, raising awareness of critical policy initiatives and organizational goals.
- Enhanced organizational processes, optimizing productivity and performance through targeted operational improvements, directly impacting the success of strategic projects.
- Established a solid reputation as a trusted resource for colleagues seeking advice on policy matters.
- Conducted comprehensive literature reviews to inform evidence-based policy recommendations.
- Identified potential risks and challenges associated with proposed policies, enabling proactive mitigation efforts.
- Strong relationship building and collaboration skills, ensuring continuous improvement on policy proposals with attention to detail enabling success of project lifecycle.
- Set out strategic vision using quantitative analysis, industry analysis and strong analytical skills to enable problem solving and ability to lead to solve problems.
Project Coordinator
The Consumer Council
Johannesburg
11.2017 - 06.2018
- Led a team in gathering consumer insights and refining brand positioning, contributing to a 20% increase in revenue from the millennial customer base.
- Managed cross-functional strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives and the successful execution of new product launches and partnerships.
- Expertise in commercial business practice, startup techniques, business research and applying innovative concepts in practical environments alongside advanced skills in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and data analytics.
- Strong problem-solving skills with expertise in business management, banking, and financial services, applying best practices to develop effective business use cases, advocacy strategies, and research techniques, while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
- Delivered targeted market research and strategic analysis for Nedbank, focusing on expanding the millennial demographic target market by 8%.
Project Coordinator
KDBS Solutions
Johannesburg
09.2015 - 10.2017
- Administered the election of board trustees for POLMED, increasing participation by 10% through effective project management and stakeholder engagement.
- Conducted audits and monitored voting processes, ensuring transparency and accountability in project delivery.
- Prepared and presented strategic proposals for new business ventures and partnerships, contributing to business growth and expansion.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve seamless collaboration in achieving project objectives.
- Elevated overall quality of completed projects by consistently monitoring progress and addressing issues proactively.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Strategy
Wits Business School
Johannesburg 01.2022 - 07.2024
Post Graduate Diploma - Business Administration
Wits Business School
Johannesburg 06.2020 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations & Political Science
University of Witwatersrand
Johannesburg 02.2012 - 12.2015
Skills
- Strategic leadership & Vision
- Cross-functional Program Leadership
- Advanced Problem-Solving
- Market Research & Competitive Analysis
- Project Management/Execution Excellence
- Risk Management
- Stakeholder Management & Influence
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Business & Financial Acumen
- Strategic Direction
- Communication & Storytelling
- Innovation & Growth Mindset
- Strategy planning & Execution Enablement
Change implementation strategies
Timeline
Associate Business & Operations Consultant
Nokia Advanced Consulting Services
06.2023 - Current
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Strategy
Wits Business School
01.2022 - 07.2024
Post Graduate Diploma - Business Administration
Wits Business School
06.2020 - 07.2021
Knowledge Management, Research & Policy Assistant
NYDA
08.2018 - 07.2021
Project Coordinator
The Consumer Council
11.2017 - 06.2018
Project Coordinator
KDBS Solutions
09.2015 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations & Political Science
University of Witwatersrand
02.2012 - 12.2015
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