ABOUT ME
As a seasoned Development
Consultant, I bring a proven track
record of success from my me at
Strategic Business Consultants.
My exper se lies in the intricacies
of opera ons, me culous
planning, and innova ve problem-
solving. I am eager to bring my
strong skill set to your team,
where I can apply my excep onal
client rela ons and project
management abili es to foster
growth and enhance collabora on.
My professional journey has been
marked by a commitment to
excellence and a passion for
driving teams towards achieving
their strategic goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Development Consultant
Strategic Business Consultants
Johannesburg , Gauteng
10.2015 - 04.2024
Consistently achieved or surpassed project milestones and quality benchmarks, establishing a proven record of successful project outcomes
Fostered enduring connec ons with major industry figures, catalyzing new opportuni es for client expansion through superior networking capabili es
Refined project budge ng and financial projec ons, ensuring op mal resource u liza on across engagements
Provided mentorship to junior consultants, enhancing their skills and fostering career advancement within the field of development consul ng
Overhauled project management procedures to boost opera onal efficiency and ensure on- me project comple on
Delivered bespoke development strategies that elevated client sa sfac on and met specific project objec ves
Partnered with clients to design, execute, and assess development ini a ves, guaranteeing congruence with their strategic goals
Instrumental in the triumphant execu on of flagship projects by orchestra ng collabora on among team members, partners, and stakeholders.
Program Officer
Oxfam International
Kwekwe, Midlands
06.2009 - 02.2013
Maintained detailed records of program ac vi es and par cipant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regula ons
Established strategic partnerships with external organiza ons, expanding program reach and impact
Organized events and workshops to engage par cipants, enhancing their learning experience within the program framework
Championed program improvement ini a ves based on stakeholder feedback, demonstra ng adaptability and a commitment to excellence
Cul vated a collabora ve work culture by encouraging open communica on channels among team members which led increased job sa sfac on rates amongst employees
Assisted in the development of grant proposals, securing funding for vital program ini a ves
Designed program implementa on and maintenance plan
Led training sessions for staff and volunteers, fostering a knowledgeable and cohesive team environment
Monitored performance metrics closely to evaluate areas requiring interven on or adjustment, making data-informed decisions that contributed posi vely towards overall results
Facilitated regular mee ngs with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solu ons for ongoing success.
Export and Development Consultant
Essar Steel
Harare, Mashonaland
08.2013 - 10.2015
This job involved the clearance and shipment of Essar
Interna onal samples to India and Singapore
This involved the processing and clearing of documents for shipment with the
Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe and various financial ins tu ons within the country
Also involved has the supervision of a community oriented programs for the people in the Mvuma and
Chivu areas of Zimbabwe affected by the ac vi es of the organiza on.
Community Services Manager
Kwekwe City Council
Kwekwe, Midlands
09.2007 - 01.2009
Prepared and distributed meals, dispensed medica ons and monitored safety of vulnerable children
Organized and led community outreach programs to enhance police-community rela onships, fostering trust and coopera on
Provided excep onal customer service to ci zens in need, addressing their concerns with empathy and professionalism
Used equitable strategies to fairly enforce city ordinances and maintain a housing list for those in need of affordable housing
Demonstrated commitment to professional growth by par cipa ng in ongoing training and development programs, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of best prac ces within the field
Prepared/distributed meals & ensured child safety
Enforced ordinances & aided in housing needs
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Development
MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY
Gweru, Zimbabwe
2002 - 2006
Skills
ORGANIZATION AND TIME MANAGEMENT ANALYTICAL AND CRITICAL THINKING
TEAMWORK AND COLLABORATION INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION PROBLEM-SOLVING
PLANNING AND COORDINATION EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION GOALS AND PERFORMANCE
Administrator // Personal Assistant //Field Training Officer at Abafazi Industrialist Corporation (EWE Group)Administrator // Personal Assistant //Field Training Officer at Abafazi Industrialist Corporation (EWE Group)