Nkosinathi Kunene
Business Development Manager
Richards Bay,KZN
Summary
Dynamic Business Development Manager with expertise in stakeholder engagement, strategic partnerships, and corporate social responsibility. Proven track record in leading initiatives that enhance community development and foster collaboration.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Manager
Tendele Coal Mining
08.2017 - Current
- Drafted and implemented social and labour plans
- Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, enhancing market reach and brand presence.
- Led cross-functional teams to drive business initiatives, resulting in streamlined operations and increased efficiency.
- Collaborated with operational teams to align business goals with project deliverables, ensuring timely execution.
- Increased client base by participating in identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decision makers.
- Managed effective corporate social investment initiatives.
- Interacted with anti mining groups responsibly upholding the interests of the company.
- Representing the company in public media platforms e.g. SABC News, eNCA and others.
- Coordinated public participation meetings and IPILRA.
Stakeholder Relations Manager
Kangra Coal
10.2012 - 07.2017
- Drafted and implemented social and labour plans.
- led stakeholder engagements and liaison.
- Developed and maintained strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to enhance community engagement.
- Led initiatives to strengthen relationships with local organizations, government departments fostering collaboration and support.
- Coordinated outreach programs to promote awareness of corporate social responsibility efforts within the community.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Implemented stakeholder feedback mechanisms to improve program effectiveness and community satisfaction.
- Facilitated workshops to educate stakeholders on socio-economic development initiatives and best practices.
Social and Labor Plan Assistant Manager
Jindal Africa
05.2011 - 09.2012
- Drafted the company's SLP and ensured its authorization by the regulator.
- Led the development and implementation of social and labor plans, enhancing community engagement.
- Facilitated stakeholder consultations, ensuring alignment with socio-economic development initiatives.
- Conducted assessments of local socio-economic impacts, driving informed decision-making processes.
- Coordinated training programs for community members, fostering skill development and empowerment.
- Facilitated stakeholder engagement in liaison with local authorities and communities.
Senior Social Worker
Correctional Services Department
10.1999 - 04.2011
- Conducted and presented presentence investigations and reports for courts on community based sentences.
- Offered professional interventions in the form of social programmes like responsibility training and life skills.
- Ensured successful reintegration of offenders into the community
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans, enhancing rehabilitation outcomes for high-risk populations.
- Facilitated multidisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care strategies, improving service delivery efficiency.
- Mentored junior social workers, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance in service provision.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client needs, leading to tailored interventions and improved support.
Social Worker
Social Development Department
05.1996 - 09.1999
- Facilitated individualized support plans for clients, promoting successful integration into community resources.
- Conducted needs assessments and developed tailored interventions, enhancing client access to essential services.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care, improving client outcomes in social programs.
- Educated clients on available social services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their welfare.
- Participated in community outreach initiatives, increasing awareness of social support resources among underserved populations.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
Education
MBA - Corporate Strategy, Organizational Development
Management College of Southern Africa (MANCOSA)
04.2001 -
Honours in Theology -
Baptist Theological College (BTC)
Randburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work - Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Criminology
University of Zululand
Kwa-Dlangezwa, Empangeni 04.2001 -
Skills
Stakeholder engagement
Strategic partnerships
Community development
Social impact assessment
Corporate social responsibility
Regulatory compliance
Relationship building and rapport
Verbal and written communication
Additional Information
I am a Pastor of the Evangelical Church.
I hold the position of being Chairman in the district level of the Church.
Timeline
Business Development Manager
Tendele Coal Mining
08.2017 - Current
Stakeholder Relations Manager
Kangra Coal
10.2012 - 07.2017
Social and Labor Plan Assistant Manager
Jindal Africa
05.2011 - 09.2012
Honours in Theology -
Baptist Theological College (BTC)
04.2001 -
MBA - Corporate Strategy, Organizational Development
Management College of Southern Africa (MANCOSA)
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work - Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Criminology
University of Zululand
04.2001 -
Senior Social Worker
Correctional Services Department
10.1999 - 04.2011
Social Worker
Social Development Department
05.1996 - 09.1999