LEBOGANG MARTHA
STRATEGIC SUPPORT MANAGER
EVANS PARK
Summary
Dynamic, results-driven professional known for delivering innovative solutions and driving operational excellence. Expertise in leveraging analytical skills to identify improvement opportunities and implement strategic initiatives that enhance productivity and efficiency. Collaborative team player with exceptional communication abilities, adept at fostering relationships across diverse teams to achieve common goals. Committed to continuous learning and staying informed about industry trends, ensuring the application of best practices in all endeavors.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Strategic Support Manager
Constitution Hill
06.2012 - Current
- Deliver strategic oversight to Organisation.
- Coordinated strategic fundraising initiatives to enhance resource mobilization. Managed international relations projects to strengthen global partnerships. Oversaw marketing campaigns to increase brand visibility and engagement.
- Formulating, assessing, and monitoring implementation of Strategic and Business Plan
- Oversee strategic and operational risks documented in company risk register.
- Formulated comprehensive fundraising strategy while overseeing grants for special projects.
- Enforce compliance with PFMA and additional government regulations.
- Oversee reporting processes for Board members
- Executed audit submissions and coordinated with Internal Audit and Auditor General. Managed interactions with auditors to ensure compliance and accuracy in submissions.
- Organization: Constitution Hill (Johannesburg)
Acting CEO
Constitution Hill
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Developing and executing strategic plan that directs business or organization activities.
- Advocating for organization during civic and professional association responsibilities and activities within local community, state, and national level
- Enhanced CEO's leadership through active involvement in industry associations and events. Supported tourism sector's recovery planning amid COVID-19 for improved resilience. Led strategic initiatives for provincial relief targeting SMMEs affected by recent disruptions.
- Executed organization's vision and mission, resulting in improved community engagement efforts. Facilitated communication across various channels to strengthen connections with stakeholders.
- Directing creation and implementation of comprehensive organizational strategy - outlining 5-year strategic and operational plans for Board endorsement
Co–Director
Women’s Net
01.2006 - 07.2011
- Developed innovative program concepts and strategic initiatives
- Executed programs tailored to support diverse communities effectively. Organized storytelling sessions that encouraged open sharing in safe spaces. Interacted with community members to gather valuable insights for targeted interventions. Facilitated collaborative design processes, promoting deeper community engagement.
- Oversaw daily operations of organisation, supervising staff members and formulating strategic vision.
- Executed responsibilities in alignment with all relevant standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines.
- Promoted organization’s interests within local and international communities.
- Ensure oversight of organizational budgets and governance
- Strategic partnerships and stakeholder relations with donors; government; civil society.
- Manage communication strategy, integrating creation of monthly newsletters and digital campaigns.
Communications Manager
Economic Development Institute
09.2006 - 12.2008
- Developed internal communications for NALEDI /COSATU, managing collaborative inputs for Policy Bulletin from various sources.
- Supervised communication departments with a focus on budget oversight.
- Managed public relations and communications team comprising 3 individuals.
- Formulated communications strategies to enhance distribution and engagement on research findings.
- Organized advocacy relations meetings and curated essential materials ahead of time.
- Establish workshops and devise strategies for researchers to facilitate effective internal and external communications.
- Developed and enhanced industry partnerships to boost research product placements, increase coverage, and improve effectiveness of marketing strategies.
Content Manager
School Net Africa
04.2006 - 09.2008
- Analyzed market data to guide strategic decision-making in Africa Region. Advocated for integration of ICTs in education to enhance learning outcomes.
- Reviewed program outcomes to ascertain return on investment.
- Generated internal communications focused on ICT strategies for development projects.
- Cultivated strong relationships with key business journalists in national and trade publications.
- Cultivated and enhanced industry partnerships to optimize product placements, broaden coverage, and elevate marketing strategy effectiveness.
- Established robust corporate image and identity through strategic branding
- Administering multilingual African Education Knowledge Repository
Knowledge and Information Manager
CIVICUS, World Civil Society Alliance
02.2003 - 02.2006
- Oversee content development for digital platforms and print publications.
- Partnered with global and regional member organizations to strengthen human rights advocacy content, results, and grassroots community information demands
- Compiled and evaluated program data and usage statistics utilizing Excel.
- Categorized and encoded various materials according to library policies and organizational standards, ensuring online accessibility for global network
- Designed information toolkits to stimulate curiosity and engage NGOs in various community issues. Advanced water accessibility initiatives for Indian communities, addressing critical needs. Contributed to Environmental Justice efforts within frameworks established by the World Summit on Sustainable Development (WSSD).
- Devised and launched innovative systems for worldwide membership oversight and tracking.
Education
Honours Degree - Development Studies
UNISA
Johannesburg, South Africa05-2025
Executive Leadership Programme - Organizational Leadership
Oxford University
Oxford01.2022
Advanced Risk Management - Risk Management
The Institute of Risk Management South Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa01.2020
BA degree - Communication Science
University of South Africa
Johannesburg South Africa01.2017
Skills
- Effective strategic planning
- Risk assessment techniques
- Impact measurement
- Effective audience outreach
- Stakeholder relationship management
- Global diplomacy
Programme Management
Timeline
Acting CEO
Constitution Hill
01.2021 - 07.2021
Strategic Support Manager
Constitution Hill
06.2012 - Current
Communications Manager
Economic Development Institute
09.2006 - 12.2008
Content Manager
School Net Africa
04.2006 - 09.2008
Co–Director
Women’s Net
01.2006 - 07.2011
Knowledge and Information Manager
CIVICUS, World Civil Society Alliance
02.2003 - 02.2006
Honours Degree - Development Studies
UNISA
Executive Leadership Programme - Organizational Leadership
Oxford University
Advanced Risk Management - Risk Management
The Institute of Risk Management South Africa
BA degree - Communication Science
University of South Africa
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