Khanya Gcolotela
Cape Town
Summary
I am an accomplished, knowledgeable, and versatile Agricultural Economist Professional, demonstrating expertise in development economics. I leverage strong communication and leadership skills to effectively resolve problems and provide superior service. I am comfortable working in deadline driven environments as part of a team or on an individual basis. I possess the ability to take initiative and manage time effectively. My diverse skill also covers analytical thinking, strategic thinking, strong communication and problem-solving. I consider myself a dedicated, accurate, and results oriented individual, who always strives to deliver more than expected. I am known for building strong working relationships, and I am committed to being a confident and respected member in my environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Intern
Department of Economic Development and Tourism
11.2022 - 10.2024
- Assist in strategy development and implementation of relevant priority focus areas of the provincial strategy, sector strategy and programs.
- Maintaining key stakeholder engagement and support.
- Obtaining updates on national policies, strategies, and incentives.
- Providing project management support to initiatives such as ECEP, District Roadshows, Export Resource Guide, Industry Partnership, etc.
- Providing technical inputs into the design of projects, implementation, monitoring & evaluation, incorporate sectorial lessons learned in the project preparation, and maximize the department's value addition throughout the processing stage.
- Undertaking basic research to support Directorate and Chief Directorate.
- Providing coordination and administrative support to initiatives such as high level meetings, logistical transportation arrangements, invitations, etc.
- Event coordination and management.
- Reporting, file management and record keeping.
Community Liaison Officer
Niya Consulting
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Providing information, translating, or training to the community.
- Ensuring that community voices are heard and considered through all relevant bodies e.g., Ward Councillors, Municipality, etc.
- Planning and organizing community events, workshops, and meetings.
- Providing strategic support in the development and management of programs based on community needs.
- Preparing reports, correspondences and other documents to support community updates.
- Providing project management support.
Job Shadowing
Agribusiness Development Agency
07.2018 - 10.2018
- Writing back to office reports.
- Monitoring of project through site visits.
- Observing on Bid Specification Committee meetings.
- Reviewing company business plans.
Education
Matric - National Senior Certificate
Kharina High School
PietermaritzburgBachelor of Science (Honors degree) - Agricultural Economics
University of KwaZulu Natal
Pietermaritzburg05.2022
Skills
- Stakeholder management
- Creative thinking and writing
- Problem solving
- Computer literacy
- Analytical thinking
- Communication (written & verbal)
- Applied strategic thinking
- Project management
- Researching
- Administering
- Policy analysis
Personal Information
Nationality: South African
Date of Birth: 04 November 1995
Drivers license: Code B
Languages
Xhosa
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Zulu
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Elementary (A2)
References
I will gladly furnish them on request.
Timeline
Graduate Intern
Department of Economic Development and Tourism
11.2022 - 10.2024
Community Liaison Officer
Niya Consulting
01.2022 - 12.2022
Job Shadowing
Agribusiness Development Agency
07.2018 - 10.2018
Matric - National Senior Certificate
Kharina High School
Bachelor of Science (Honors degree) - Agricultural Economics
University of KwaZulu Natal
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