Lindelwa Mokganya
Johannesburg, South Africa
Summary
Experienced and driven top-tier management consultant, with over four years of experience at global firms such as McKinsey & Company and Kearney. Brings a strong track record in driving strategic projects and a strong commitment to deliver impactful solutions. Previous work has spanned private sector and development-focused engagements. Holds a Master's in Development Finance from Stellenbosch Business School (South Africa), and recognized as the top-performing student. In addition to consulting background, involvement in the Y20 Youth Engagement Track reflects passion for shaping inclusive and evidence-based development.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Working Group Member
Y20 South Africa 2025
06.2025 - Current
- Member of the 'Meaningful Youth Engagement & Reforming Multilateralism' working group.
- Support policy discussions and formulation of recommendations.
- Conduct secondary research and participate in thematic dialogues to influence the G20 negotiations in November 2025.
Junior Associate
McKinsey & Company
05.2023 - 02.2025
- Supported the financial analysis and cost optimization workstreams for a diamond company, achieving $10 million in potential savings. Engaged 5+ senior stakeholders to identify and prioritize transformation initiatives.
- Led market entry strategy workstreams, analyzing offtaker landscape across 6 countries for an EPC in the energy sector. Interviewed key client stakeholders and industry experts to support data collection.
- Developed a comprehensive growth strategy for a marketing agency, aiming for EBIT recovery, targeting 20% CAGR revenue growth, and 3x EBIT uplift. Designed and launched a 300+ client survey to assess needs, informing strategic market entry and service improvement.
Business Analyst
Kearney
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Supported the closure of an international chemical site, assessing implications of Original Equipment Manufacturer contracts and operational obligations.
- Led daily check-ins and spring retrospectives to track project management and drive stakeholder alignment.
- Led program-wide service blueprint design for a top Southern African digital bank across customer archetypes, collaborating with 5+ senior stakeholders, analysts and architects, and resulting in the successful mapping of customer journeys.
- Facilitated daily check-ins and spring retrospectives to track project management and drive stakeholder alignment.
Business Analyst Intern
Kearney
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Supported the development of the operating model for a new digital bank.
- Analyzed regulations to identify requirements that supported a bank license application process, outlining the channel strategy and legislative requirements.
- Facilitated the project management office, coordinating progress & risk tracking, driving timely delivery across workstreams.
Education
Master of Philosophy - Development Finance
Stellenbosch University
12.2024
Business Sustainability Management Certificate - undefined
University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership
10.2022
Postgraduate Diploma - Business Administration
Gordon Institute of Business Science
12.2021
Bachelor of Commerce - Law
University of South Africa
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Strategy development
- Research & Analysis
- Project management
- Financial modelling & analysis
- Analytical
- Stakeholder engagement
- Communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Microsoft office
- Stata
Accomplishments
- Budget Restructuring Savings: Identified $10 million in potential savings during a five-year budget analysis and restructuring.
- Commercial due diligence support: Validated key assumptions ahead of planned $48 million fundraise for a manufacturing facility development.
- Strategy For Revenue Growth: Developed a growth strategy targeting 3x EBIT uplift and 20% CAGR revenue growth.
- Development Finance Top Achiever 2025: Recognized as the top-performing student in the Master's in Development Finance at Stellenbosch Business School, graduating with an aggregate above 75%.
LANGUAGES
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Zulu
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Portuguese
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Working Group Member
Y20 South Africa 2025
06.2025 - Current
Junior Associate
McKinsey & Company
05.2023 - 02.2025
Business Analyst
Kearney
01.2022 - 04.2023
Business Analyst Intern
Kearney
01.2021 - 12.2021
Business Sustainability Management Certificate - undefined
University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership
Postgraduate Diploma - Business Administration
Gordon Institute of Business Science
Bachelor of Commerce - Law
University of South Africa
Master of Philosophy - Development Finance
Stellenbosch University
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