MARCEL KUTUMELA
ADMINISTRATION/OPERATIONS MANAGER
GAUTENG
Summary
Driven and dedicated professional with a passion for guiding individuals towards personal growth and empowerment. I have a proven track record in football administration, marketing, and education. Possesses in-depth knowledge and expertise in organizing sports events, fostering team unity, and developing athletic talent. Demonstrates a strong commitment to creating a positive and productive environment for all participants, while leveraging exceptional organizational and leadership skills. Dependable Coordinator provides excellent office management and administrative support. Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. Creative problem solver with strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator, School Governing Body Member, Sports Co-ordinator
Halfway House Primary School
04.2022 - Current
- Design and execute an engaging life skills curriculum for learners, emphasizing goal setting, decision-making, and conflict resolution
- Teach Life Orientation, Physical Education and Life Skills
- Coordinate physical education programs and sports events, promoting fitness and teamwork within the school community
- Facilitate interactive workshops and group discussions to promote self-awareness and personal growth among learners
- Collaborate with school counselors and administrators to address learners' social and emotional needs, providing support and resources as needed
- Utilize a variety of teaching strategies, including role-playing activities and case studies, to help learners apply life skills concepts to real-life situations
- Delivered high-quality instruction in Life Orientation, achieving top scholar recognition among learners for excellence
- In 2024, I was elected as a member of the School Governing Body (SGB) and serving as the secretary
- In this role, I contribute to various administrative functions and play a key role in school governance
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Commitment to learner's success.
Educator
Northriding College Curro (IEB Curriculum)
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Teach Life Orientation, Physical Education, and Social Science (History) to students in grades 8 and 9
- Develop and implement lesson plans that align with CAPS requirements
- Use a variety of teaching methods to engage students and promote learning
- Assess student learning and provide feedback
- Communicate with parents and guardians about student progress
- Participate in school-wide activities and initiatives
- Stay up to date on current educational trends and best practices
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and E-Learning platforms (Moodle, Teams).
Football Club Administrator (Marketing & Events and Supporters Club)
Bidvest Wits Football CLUB (PSL)
01.2016 - 08.2020
- Financial management: Led the development and execution of a holistic marketing plan that drove increased fan club engagement and revenue growth in football jersey and merchandise sales
- Project Management: Effectively managed a budget of approximately R1 million, overseeing all financial aspects of organizing football events and ticket sales for the club
- This included preparing and submitting event approval documentation to the University and City of Johannesburg structures in accordance with SaREA guidelines
- Administration management: Efficiently managed all administrative functions of the office, including scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings, and handling client and vendor correspondence with professionalism and accuracy
- Social Media Management: Successfully implemented social media campaigns that enhanced brand recognition of the club and directed increased traffic to the club's website
- This resulted in a notable growth in online followers and website visitors
- Events & Brand management: Conducted market research and analysis to identify new business opportunities and target demographics
- This resulted in the successful launch of the pop-up store at official PSL matches hosted at the Wits stadium and Wits Shop, as well as expansion into untapped markets
- Spearheaded the promotion of the Bidvest Wits Football Club brand within the university community by organizing networking events that facilitated interactions between students and prominent players
- Sponsorship management: The club enjoyed a fruitful and enduring partnership with Kappa as technical sponsor, spanning over a decade, characterized by a mutually beneficial and dynamic relationship
- Absa Premier soccer league champions in 2017 under the leadership of CEO Jose Ferriera and Coach Gavin Hunt.
Women's Football Team Manager
University of Wits Watersrand: Wits Sports
12.2013 - 12.2018
- Strategic management: Successfully led a team of female athletes through intensive training sessions and developed strategic game plans, resulting in an exceptional season in 2017
- The team achieved remarkable success, securing a spot in the Sasol league playoffs and subsequently earning promotion from the Absa league to the prestigious Sasol league status in 2018
- Fostered a collaborative team environment by encouraging transparent communication and instilling a culture of mutual respect between players and coaching staff
- Successfully established collaborative partnerships with local organizations, securing essential funding for equipment, travel, and team development initiatives
- Conducted in-depth performance analysis and delivered personalized feedback to athletes, optimizing their abilities and maximizing their on-field contributions
- Successfully managed the team's logistics and event execution for the coaching staff and student athletes at the USSA tournament hosted by Tswane University of Technology in 2013 and Nelson Mandela University (PE) in 2018
- The women's team achieved a commendable 10th place finish
- Over the years the women's football team went on to achieve higher milestones, currently qualifying in the varsity football tournament
- Served as a Varsity Cup chaperone between 2013 to 2016, facilitating student-athlete experiences and enhancing team representation.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration (PDBA) -
Wits Business School
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) - undefined
University of Witwatersrand
Bachelor of Social Work - undefined
University of Witwatersrand
National Senior Certificate - undefined
Northview High School
Skills
Empathetic listener
Organized planner
Creative problem-solver
Student-focused approach
Team collaboration/Team building
Adaptability
Problem-Solving
Effective Communication
Reliability
Peer Mentoring
Program Development
Professionalism
Personal Information
License: Code C1 Driver's License
Attributescompetences
- Education and Curriculum Development
- Event Planning and Management
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities
- Technology Integration
- Counselling and guidance
- Conflict resolution
- Career development
Awards
- Honorary Commendation coffered by Wits University Sports: Recognition for my significant contributions to the university sports department and football fraternity over a decade as a student-athlete and subsequent professional involvement.
- Awarded Full Blue colours: Wits University (Football)- 2010 to 2012.
- Student-athlete representative at University Sport South Africa football squad in 2010 and 2012.
References
- Jose Ferriera (Former CEO Bidvest Wits Football Club)
- Mrs Sharriff Senior Educator and mentor
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
SE
Timeline
Educator, School Governing Body Member, Sports Co-ordinator
Halfway House Primary School
04.2022 - Current
Educator
Northriding College Curro (IEB Curriculum)
06.2021 - 08.2021
Football Club Administrator (Marketing & Events and Supporters Club)
Bidvest Wits Football CLUB (PSL)
01.2016 - 08.2020
Women's Football Team Manager
University of Wits Watersrand: Wits Sports
12.2013 - 12.2018
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration (PDBA) -
Wits Business School
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) - undefined
University of Witwatersrand
Bachelor of Social Work - undefined
University of Witwatersrand
National Senior Certificate - undefined
Northview High School
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