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KEDIBONE MONYEBODI
Project Officer
Pretoria
Summary
Results-driven Project and Programme Coordination professional with over 10 years’ experience within the South African science, technology and innovation sector at the National Research Foundation (NRF). Demonstrated expertise in project coordination, programme administration, stakeholder engagement, monitoring and evaluation, reporting, financial administration, governance compliance, and workflow management within a regulated public-sector environment. Experienced in coordinating funding and evaluation processes, maintaining investment and project records, compiling operational and performance reports, supporting budget monitoring, and facilitating collaboration between internal and external stakeholders. Strong understanding of governance frameworks, audit readiness, records management, and compliance with organisational policies and procedures. Possesses strong analytical, organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills with a commitment to service excellence and continuous improvement.
Dedicated Project Officer successful at cultivating strong relationships and building quality-minded teams. Consistent record of completing projects according to schedule and earning high client satisfaction.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Project Officer
National Research Foundation (NRF) – South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement (SAASTA)
PRETORIA
01.2013 - Current
- Fulfilled role of acting professional officer to ensure leadership continuity.
- Key Responsibilities and Achievements
- Coordinated and managed project and application workflows to ensure activities were tracked, monitored, and completed within agreed timelines.
- Supported programme and funding management processes through coordination of proposal evaluations, stakeholder engagements, and operational activities.
- Conducted initial screening and coordination of funding and project applications to ensure compliance with organisational requirements and governance standards.
- Coordinated logistics, scheduling, communication, and documentation for meetings, workshops, stakeholder engagements, and public events.
- Compiled and delivered monthly, quarterly, and progress reports for management and stakeholders, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Maintained project records, evidence portfolios, and shared-drive documentation to ensure traceability, transparency, and audit readiness.
- Supported monitoring and evaluation activities by collecting, analysing, and reporting on programme performance indicators and stakeholder impact data.
- Managed relationships with government departments, universities, research institutions, science centres, and external partners to enhance collaboration and service delivery.
- Supported governance and compliance processes by ensuring adherence to organisational policies, procedures, SOPs, and reporting frameworks.
- Supported communication and knowledge dissemination activities through report preparation, stakeholder communication, and science engagement initiatives.
- Coordinated research projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Developed project proposals and budgets, effectively communicating objectives to stakeholders for approval.
- Managed project timelines and deliverables, facilitating cross-functional collaboration among research teams.
- Evaluated project outcomes, identifying areas for improvement to enhance future research initiatives.
- Mentored junior staff in project management practices, fostering professional development within the team.
- Streamlined reporting processes using data management tools, improving efficiency in project tracking and analysis.
- Conducted stakeholder engagement activities, building relationships that supported successful project implementation.
- Led strategic planning sessions to align research priorities with national science advancement objectives.
- Kept senior management well-informed by preparing and presenting project status reports.
- Developed and deepened relationships with key stakeholders.
- Facilitated successful project outcomes by maintaining open lines of communication among team members, stakeholders, and senior management.
- Developed and monitored project schedules, budgets and objectives for successful completion.
- Gathered and organized supporting materials for meetings and project updates.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Kept stakeholders informed of progress through regular status updates clearly communicating any changes to project scope, timeline or budget.
- Implemented quality control measures to minimize errors and maintain high standards throughout the project lifecycle.
- Improved stakeholder satisfaction by conducting thorough project needs assessments and delivering customized solutions.
- Identified and resolved project issues and mitigated risks, reducing challenges and improving project results.
- Conducted post-project evaluations to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices in future initiatives.
- Coordinated work efforts across multiple departments fostering a cohesive environment conducive to achieving project success efficiently.
- Monitored deadlines and milestones to keep team on track with project schedule.
- Worked closely with organizations, individual businesses and government agencies to foster welcoming climate for business.
- Overcame unforeseen challenges by proactively identifying potential issues promptly developing contingency plans accordingly.
- Increased team productivity with regular monitoring, feedback sessions, and performance evaluations.
- Analyzed project data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication channels and implementing effective collaboration tools.
Education
Bachelor of Science Honours - Environmental Science Management
University of South Africa (UNISA)
GAUTENG05.2023
Advanced Diploma - Project Management
Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
GAUTENG05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
University of Limpopo
LIMPOPO06.2012
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Data Analysis and Reporting
Project Tracking and Workflow Management
Budget Monitoring and Financial Administration
Records and Information Management
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Project management
Stakeholder relations
Presentation skills
Project scoping
Document coordination
Software
STATA
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Project and Programme Coordination
- Investment and Funding Administration
- Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)
- Budget Tracking and Financial Administration
- Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management
- Records and Document Management
- Report Writing and Data Analysis
- Meeting Coordination and Minute Taking
- Workshop and Event Coordination
- Operational Planning and Workflow Tracking
- Grants Administration and Funding Support
- Microsoft Office Suite and Reporting Tools
- Science Communication and Knowledge Dissemination
Timeline
Project Officer
National Research Foundation (NRF) – South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement (SAASTA)
01.2013 - Current
Bachelor of Science Honours - Environmental Science Management
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Advanced Diploma - Project Management
Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
University of Limpopo