NOKUBONGA S.C MBATHA
Pietermaritzburg
Summary
Community Development and Governance Professional with a Master's degree in Public Policy, Bachelor of Social Science Honours (Public Policy), and a Bachelor of Social Science (Criminology and Legal Studies), and practical experience in strategic management, monitoring and evaluation, human resource development, and local government administration, gained through work in the Department of Education, the Office of the Speaker at Msunduzi Municipality, and currently as Executive Secretary in the Office of the Municipal Manager at uMshwathi Local Municipality, working closely with ward committees, Amakhosi, councillors, and municipal officials to support public participation, community engagement, and service delivery programmes.
Results-driven administrative professional prepared to excel in high-pressure environments. Known for managing executive schedules, coordinating travel arrangements, and streamlining office operations to enhance efficiency. Emphasizes team collaboration and adaptability to meet evolving organizational needs, with skills in time management and problem-solving.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Executive Secretary
uMshwathi Local Municipality
07.2024 - Current
- Coordinate administrative and community development support programmes.
- Support implementation, monitoring and evaluation of service delivery initiatives.
- Liaise with community structures, ward committees and stakeholders.
- Coordinate meetings, reports, agendas and minutes.
Project Coordinator
Izinga Media
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Coordinated community-based projects and development initiatives.
- Monitored project progress and evaluated outcomes.
- Facilitated stakeholder and community engagement.
- Prepared project documentation and reports.
Intern (Speaker’s Office)
uMsunduzi Municipality
04.2021 - 03.2023
- Assisted with SDBIP reporting and monitoring.
- Supported public participation and ward committee processes.
- Performed administrative and community liaison duties.
In-Service Trainee – Strategic Management, Monitoring & Evaluation
KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education
03.2018 - 02.2021
- Assisted with APP development, monitoring and reporting.
- Supported education, training and bursary programmes.
- Coordinated workshops and stakeholder engagements.
Education
Master of Social Science - Public Policy
University of KwaZulu-Natal
01.2020
Bachelor of Social Science Honours - Public Policy
University of KwaZulu-Natal
01.2017
Bachelor of Social Science - Legal Studies & Criminology
University of KwaZulu-Natal
01.2016
Matric / Grade 12 - undefined
Nsikayethu Comprehensive School
01.2009
Skills
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Microsoft 365
Microsoft Teams & Zoom
Email & Internet Applications
References
- Zama, Zulu, Former Projects Manager, +27 78 607 7661, Izinga Media
- Nontobeko, Mtshali, IDP Coordinator, +27 82 969 0001, uMshwathi Local Municipality
- Lindani, Duma, Former Line Manager, +27 68 501 4134, Office of the Speaker, Msunduzi Municipality
- B.R.S, Nene, Deputy Director, +27 82 855 5303, Department of Education, Direct Supervisor
Certification
Ethics for Internal Auditors – National School of Government (2025-03-07)
Timeline
Executive Secretary
uMshwathi Local Municipality
07.2024 - Current
Project Coordinator
Izinga Media
06.2023 - 05.2024
Intern (Speaker’s Office)
uMsunduzi Municipality
04.2021 - 03.2023
In-Service Trainee – Strategic Management, Monitoring & Evaluation
KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education
03.2018 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Social Science Honours - Public Policy
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Bachelor of Social Science - Legal Studies & Criminology
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Matric / Grade 12 - undefined
Nsikayethu Comprehensive School
Master of Social Science - Public Policy
University of KwaZulu-Natal