Namhla Theresa Moyeni
Institutional Advancement
Cape Town
Summary
Stakeholder Management/ Institutional Advancement / Project Management / Intergovernmental Relations / Partnership, Sponsorship & Fundraising Management
With over 14 years of experience spanning both public and private sectors, holding a Bachelor of Social Science degree and specialize in Institutional Advancement and Stakeholder Management. Demonstrating a robust track record in project coordination and business relationship management, consistently achieving business deliverables. With expertise in cultivating strong client relationships, guiding high-performance teams, and creatively contributing to project visions and objectives. Proficient in risk management and adept at managing challenges and dependencies, always prioritizing meeting client expectations. Dedicated to enhancing operational productivity, performance quality, and cost-efficiency through strategic stakeholder engagement and collaborative leadership, a skilled industry professional committed to meeting organizational goals with consistent and organized practices. Excels under pressure, adapts to new situations and challenges, and possess adept team leadership, planning, and organizational skills honed throughout a successful career.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
4
4
Languages
Work History
Manager Institutional Advancement and Stakeholder Management
ZEITZ MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ARTS AFRICA
Cape Town
2023.04 - Current
- Manage all facets of fundraising campaigns, notably esteemed Zeitz MOCAA Gala. Duties involve identifying and nurturing new prospects, as well as crafting funding proposals. This effort has yielded notable 50% boost in gala sponsors, introducing esteemed brands such as Moet Hennessy, Radisson Red, Silo Hotel, and Ocular Lounge. Prioritizing attentive care of existing corporate relationships remains central focus.
- Directing, planning, execution, and assessment of all corporate fundraising events. I establish and execute annual schedule of member, sponsor, patron, philanthropist, and donor events in accordance with museum's marketing strategy. Networking and fostering relationships play pivotal roles bolstering overarching funding strategy and lead development of our corporate membership program, defining objectives and benchmarks. These efforts have led to remarkable 200% surge in Corporate Membership contributions and substantial 100% increase in active members to date.
- Supervise execution of member events, monitoring annual program budgets, and partnering with communications team to devise marketing and communication strategies for membership programs are pivotal duties. This effort has resulted in significant 40% increase in museum event attendance. Ensuring uniform communication delivery across all channels, collaborating seamlessly across institutions to deepen engagement among existing members and enhance awareness of membership offerings and potential donor prospects, both internally and externally.
- Quantifiable achievements include contributing to 50% growth in memberships, growing corporate member contributions by 100%, and adding new corporate member, Old Mutual Wealth, for substantial one-year commitment of R1 million. Additionally, leading 6 exhibition openings with successful member social events resulted in 20% increase in member sign-ups. Cultivating new business through museum private events has led to securing partnerships with significant entities such as Old Mutual Wealth, SAMSUNG, and The Macallan.
Manager Intergovernmental Relations
KSD Local Municipality
2020.10 - 2023.03
- Manage the development and Annual Review of the Five-Year Integrated Development Plan of the Municipality
- Assist various departments in the municipality in ensuring that they play their roles in developing the IDP
- Develop and manage compliance with the IDP Process Plan
- Ensure that there is alignment between the IDP of the Municipality and those of the Local Municipalities that fall within the area
- Ensure that all sector departmental plans are aligned and integrated in the IDP of the Municipality
- Ensure that the communities of OR Tambo participate in the process of developing the IDP
- Ensures that all stakeholders who participate in the IDP process are registered
- Ensure that the Inter-Governmental Relations functions are performed
- Strengthen IGR Structures for proper coordination
- Improve relations and engagement among all spheres of government
- Ensure that there is a clear municipal support programme in the district
- Plan, implement and manage the budget of the unit
- Manage the personnel and assets in the unit.
Intergovernmental Relations: International Relations and Municipal Support Officer
O.R Tambo District Municipality, Mthatha
2016.08 - 2020.09
- Knowledge of strategic planning, municipal performance management, risk management, budgeting controls as well as project management
- Understanding of the National International Monitoring and Evaluation Framework as well as the Government Wide Monitoring and Evaluation systems
- Manage the development and Annual Review of the Five-Year Integrated Development Plan of the Municipality
- Assist various departments in the municipality in ensuring that they play their roles in developing the IDP
- Conduct institutional stakeholder analysis and advice on gaps and Recommendations to be affected
- Compile monthly and quarterly compliance and operational performance reports
- Develop and maintain effective information database on projects
- Providing resource and necessary support for programme inputs and outputs
- Lead statutory planning and reporting sessions of the municipality
- Develop and Manage compliance with the IDP Process Plan
- Ensure that there is alignment between the IDP of the District Municipality and those of the Local Municipalities that fall within the O, R
- Tambo District Municipality
- Ensure that all Sector departmental plans are aligned and integrated in the IDP of the District Municipality
- Ensure that the communities of O
- R
- Tambo participate in the process of developing the IDP
- Ensures that all stakeholders who participate in the IDP process are registered
- Ensure that the Inter-Governmental Relations functions are performed
- Strengthen IGR Structures for proper coordination
- Improve relations among all spheres of government, improve engagement among spheres of government
- Ensure that there is a clear municipal support programme in the district
- Plan, implement and manage the budget of the unit
- Manager the personnel and assets in the unit
- Ensures proper coordination of International Relations across the district.
Personal Assistant to Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC)
O.R Tambo District Municipality, Mthatha
2011.06 - 2016.07
- Efficiently managing the MMC's calendar, scheduling appointments, meetings, and events, and ensuring all commitments are met in a timely manner
- This may involve coordinating with various stakeholders and managing conflicting priorities
- Screening and managing telephone calls, emails, and other correspondence on behalf of the MMC
- Drafting responses, prioritising messages, and ensuring that important communications receive prompt attention
- Organising travel logistics for the MMC, including booking flights, accommodations, transportation, and preparing detailed itineraries
- Ensuring that travel plans are well-coordinated, and any necessary arrangements are made in advance
- Maintaining an organized system for managing documents, files, and records
- This may involve drafting, editing, and proofreading documents such as reports, memos, and correspondence
- Ensuring confidentiality and accuracy in all documentation
- Providing logistical support for meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and coordinating with relevant parties
- Following up on action items and ensuring that meeting outcomes are communicated effectively
- Overseeing the smooth operation of the office, including ordering supplies, managing budgets, and coordinating maintenance and repairs as needed
- Ensuring that office policies and procedures are adhered to and recommending improvements where necessary
- Handling sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism
- Maintaining strict confidentiality regarding the affairs of the MMC and exercising sound judgment in all communications and interactions
- Conducting research on various issues and topics as directed by the MMC, and providing summaries, briefings, and analysis as needed
- Assisting with the preparation of reports and presentations
- Building and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including government officials, media representatives, and members of the public
- Always Representing the MMC's office in a professional and courteous manner
- Assisting with special projects and initiatives as assigned by the MMC, which may involve conducting research, coordinating events, or performing other tasks to support the mission and objectives of the office.
Tutor / Student Assistant
Walter Sisulu University
2009.02 - 2009.12
- Departmental research and administration
- Assisting 1st year students with academic material
- Overseeing and grading 1st year presentations and writing departmental weekly reports.
Education
Municipal Finance
University of The Witswatersrand
JOHANNESBURG 2015.08 - 2016.09
Bachelor of Arts -
Walter Sisulu University
MTHATHA 2010.01 - 2010.12
J.D. -
Walter Sisulu University
MTHATHA 2007.01 - 2009.12
High School Diploma -
Good Hope Seminary High School
Cape Town 2001.01 - 2005.12
Skills
Project Managementundefined
Availability
One Month
Professional Development
Researcher Training, Human Science Research Council - 2010
Pc Systems
MS Office
Key Strengths Soft Skills
- Strategic project leadership: manages project risks and issues, engaging in dialogue around management strategies yet still demonstrating a level of skill beyond simply 'managing the process'.
- Self-motivated and proactive: seeks out opportunities to improve processes and operates with a high degree of autonomy where there is ambiguity and change in a project.
- Empowering staff member: inspires cohesive teamwork and motivates staff within a matrix system, demonstrating ability to lead by example and encourage team members to seek solutions.
- Interpersonal intelligence and resilience: balances conflicting ideas, priorities and personalities, mediating for consensus and buy-in to ensure delivery whilst managing conflict.
- Savvy relations builder: networks with a broad range of key stakeholders, cultivating valuable work relationships and partnerships based on regular engagement, trust and reliability.
- Excellent communication skills: articulates technical and non-technical information effectively both in writing and verbally, and respectfully listens and addresses queries, ideas and complaints.
Language
English and Xhosa
Equity
African Female
Driver License
Code C1 (own car)
Personal Information
- ID Number: 880626034084
- Nationality: South African
Certificates
Presented upon request.
References
- Phendule Mbewu, Manager Intergovernmental Relations, International Relations & Municipal Support Services, O.R. Tambo District Municipality, 082 430 4017, phendulem@gmail.com
- Mamela Mangcotywa, Chief of Staff: Mhlontlo Local Municipality, 076 538 0479, mamelamangcotywa@yahoo.com
- Esther Henderson, Manager: Communications, Zeitz MOCAA, 061 982 1437, Esther.henderson@zeitzmocaa.museum
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of Zeitz MOCAA Gala.
- Achieved impressive fundraising by completing fundraising task of raising R2 000 000 for the ZM Gala with accuracy and efficiency.
- Documented and resolved Developed a concept on corporate membership and partnership which led to Bloomberg , Allan Gray , Hazendal Wines and Old MutualWealth signing annualpl memberships with the museum.
- Achieved 300,% increase in corporate membership income through effectively negotiating with corp8es.
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
Certification
Firm Foundation Capitec
Timeline
Manager Institutional Advancement and Stakeholder Management
ZEITZ MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ARTS AFRICA
2023.04 - Current
Manager Intergovernmental Relations
KSD Local Municipality
2020.10 - 2023.03
Intergovernmental Relations: International Relations and Municipal Support Officer
O.R Tambo District Municipality, Mthatha
2016.08 - 2020.09
Municipal Finance
University of The Witswatersrand
2015.08 - 2016.09
Firm Foundation Capitec
2012-05
Personal Assistant to Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC)
O.R Tambo District Municipality, Mthatha
2011.06 - 2016.07
Bachelor of Arts -
Walter Sisulu University
2010.01 - 2010.12
Tutor / Student Assistant
Walter Sisulu University
2009.02 - 2009.12
J.D. -
Walter Sisulu University
2007.01 - 2009.12
High School Diploma -
Good Hope Seminary High School
2001.01 - 2005.12
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