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Nkosana Sifumba

Nkosana Sifumba

Information Technology Executive
Johannesburg

Summary

Strategic and results-oriented business leader with experience in strategy, planning and operations. Skilled in developing and executing business plans to maximize profitability, streamline operations and maintain compliance with industry regulations. Proven people leader motivates and optimizes staff performance and productivity. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Collaborative leader partners with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Versatile Business Execurive with proven abilities across all levels of organizational management. Talented in developing partnerships, overseeing personnel and developing tactical plans to meet strategic goals. Proven leader with significant background in Information Technology and Corporate Strategy. Analytical Chief Information Officer with more than 10 years of experience in Information Technology and Corporate Strategy. Adept at data security and technology budgets. Committed to designing effective and streamlined systems and instructing team members. Innovative Chief Information Officer with more than 10 years of experience. Committed to keeping up to date on modern IT systems and planning technology strategies to align with company goals. Extensive knowledge of Microsoft and Linux Software use.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
5
5
Certificates

Work History

Chief Information Officer

Small Enterprise Finance Agency
07.2021 - Current
  • Championed change management efforts to drive successful implementation of new technologies or processes throughout the organization.
  • Promoted organizational transparency concerning IT strategy, budget allocation, project progress updates, and performance metrics.
  • Developed high-performing teams through effective recruitment, training, and performance management strategies.
  • Bolstered network infrastructure resilience with redundant systems design, ensuring seamless uptime for mission-critical applications.
  • Fostered cross-functional collaboration by building relationships between IT professionals and stakeholders across the organization.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement within the IT department through regular performance evaluations and skill development opportunities.
  • Delivered innovative technology solutions aligned with business objectives and stakeholder needs.
  • Evaluated emerging technologies to identify potential competitive advantages for adoption within the company''s strategic roadmap.
  • Led digital transformation initiatives to modernize business processes and improve overall efficiency.

Managing Director

SifCo Advisory Services
5 2013
  • Nkosana is the Managing Director SifCo Advisory and is responsible for the overall strategic direction and management of the firm
  • At SifCo Advisory, Nkosana is also an Engagement Leader for specialised services such as; Information Systems and Security Audit; IT Security Assurance and Consulting [including Cyber Security Risk Analysis]; Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning; IT Strategy Development and Governance and IT Risk Management.

Chief Information Officer and Head of Research

TIKZN (Trade and Investment KZN)
06.2004 - 04.2013
  • Nkosana joined TIKZN (Trade and Investment KZN) in June 2004 in a dual role as a Chief Information Officer and Head of Research
  • His responsibilities entailed providing vision and leadership for developing and implementing the Information Technology Strategic Initiatives
  • Directing the planning and implementation of enterprise IT systems in support of business operations in order to improve cost effectiveness, service quality and business development.

General Manager: Trade and Investment

Easter Cape Development Corporation
06.2008 - 08.2008

Assistant Manager

TISA (Trade and Investment South Africa)
01.2002 - 05.2004
  • Nkosana held a position as assistant manager responsible for the Research, Corporate Strategy and Planning
  • His responsibilities, among others, included the monitoring and interpretation of all trends that occur in the global Trade and Investment space
  • Evaluating market size, competitor accomplishments and industry structures, making recommendations to senior management to assist in the development of the organization’s goals.

Manager: Research and Strategy

Department of Trade and Industry
01.2002 - 01.2004

Information Systems Auditor

KPMG
01.2000 - 01.2002

Education

Master of Business Leadership [Corporate Governance] -

University of South Africa

Bachelor of Commerce [Business Information Systems III, Economics III & Marketing III] - undefined

University of Natal

Skills

Sales Leadership

Certification

CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor

Currentgovernanceroles

  • Zululand Development Agency [Board Member]
  • Maloti A Phofung Municipality [Risk Management Committee Chairperson]
  • Public Protector South Africa [Audit Committee Member]
  • UMzinyathi District Municipality [Audit Committee Chairperson]
  • Eastern Cape Department of Economic Development and Environmental Affairs [Audit Committee Member]

Currentemployer

SifCo Advisory

Corecompetencyexperience

  • Corporate Strategy Development
  • Performance Management and Auditing
  • IT Strategy Management
  • IT Governance
  • IT Security
  • IT Policy reviews and development
  • Project Risk Management
  • Project Management
  • Client Relationship Management

Placeofbirth

Bloemfontein, South Africa

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 10/27/1973

References

  • Zamo Gwala, CEO at Trade and Investment KZN, 031 368 9601 / 082 465 9837
  • Neo Shabalala, Partner at KPMG, 082 719 1420
  • Mxolisi Matshamba, DDG: Trade and Industry, 082 223 3854

Affiliations

  • Association of Information Technology Professionals

Work Availability

monday
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

RemoteHybridOn-Site

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CultureCareer advancementPersonal development programsTeam Building / Company RetreatsWork from home optionStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingHealthcare benefits

Accomplishments

  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Achieved user access management by introducing IAM and PAM software for User Access Review tasks.
  • Achieved reduced errors and efficiencies by completing client onboarding with accuracy through API integrations.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Collaborated with team of 8 in the development of core business product specific applications.

Quote

The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney

Software

Cybersecurity

Business Intelligence

Data Warehousing

ERP Implementation

Project Management

AI Governance

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)

Interests

Research

Gaming

Product Development

Timeline

Chief Information Officer

Small Enterprise Finance Agency
07.2021 - Current

General Manager: Trade and Investment

Easter Cape Development Corporation
06.2008 - 08.2008

Chief Information Officer and Head of Research

TIKZN (Trade and Investment KZN)
06.2004 - 04.2013

Assistant Manager

TISA (Trade and Investment South Africa)
01.2002 - 05.2004

Manager: Research and Strategy

Department of Trade and Industry
01.2002 - 01.2004

Information Systems Auditor

KPMG
01.2000 - 01.2002

Master of Business Leadership [Corporate Governance] -

University of South Africa

Bachelor of Commerce [Business Information Systems III, Economics III & Marketing III] - undefined

University of Natal

Managing Director

SifCo Advisory Services
5 2013
Nkosana SifumbaInformation Technology Executive