Nomthandazo Khanyisa MABECE
Founder Or Owner
Port Alfred,EC
Summary
Dynamic CEO with a proven track record at SimSin Travel and Experiences, driving substantial growth through strategic visioning and innovative product launches. Renowned for talent development and crisis management, I foster high-performance teams and cultivate strong partnerships, enhancing profitability and employee satisfaction.
Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with strategic vision and extensive background in driving organizational growth and operational efficiency. Led transformative initiatives that streamlined processes and fostered innovation across diverse industries. Demonstrated leadership and strategic planning skills, consistently leveraging analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities to achieve corporate goals.
Experienced with strategic leadership, harnessing deep understanding of market dynamics to drive organizational success. Utilizes analytical thinking and vision to develop and implement growth strategies. Track record of fostering innovation and leading high-impact teams to achieve business objectives.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO
SimSin Travel and Experiences
02.2019 - Current
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Drove profitability with thorough financial analysis and strategic decisionmaking.
- Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities and launching innovative products or services.
- Created a positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
- Developed a high-performance executive team for improved productivity and efficiency.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
Business Analyst
Dimension Data
01.2007 - 12.2012
- Actively participated in team meetings to share knowledge, exchange ideas, address challenges, and collaborate on potential solutions.
- Developed high-quality documentation to support training efforts, helping employees fully understand new systems and procedures.
- Streamlined project management with effective communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams.
- Performed gap analysis between existing systems or processes and desired state, identifying areas for improvement or enhancement.
- Improved business processes by analyzing current practices and recommending optimization strategies.
- Supported software development projects by defining clear requirements and effectively communicating them to technical teams.
- Collaborated closely with stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvements and drive continuous innovation in the organization.
Senior Administration Officer
Khula Enterprise Development Agency
01.2004 - 09.2006
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with small enterprise owners
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Worked with small enterprise in skills development ,business plans and mentorship programmes
- Resolved problems, improved operations, and provided exceptional service.
Administration Manager
Department of Agriculture and Land Affairs
03.2000 - 02.2004
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for office supplies and services, reducing overall operational expenses while maintaining quality standards.
- Streamlined office processes by implementing efficient administrative systems, resulting in increased productivity and reduced operational costs.
- Enhanced staff performance through comprehensive training programs and regular performance evaluations, leading to a more skilled and motivated team.
- Promoted a positive workplace culture by addressing employee concerns promptly and implementing initiatives aimed at boosting morale and job satisfaction.
- Managed budgets and financial reporting, enabling effective allocation of resources and timely identification of potential cost savings.
- Optimized resource utilization by efficiently allocating personnel, equipment, and facilities to meet organizational needs.
- Spearheaded the transition to digital record-keeping, ensuring accurate and easily accessible information for improved decisionmaking.
- Coordinated complex schedules for senior management, optimizing time usage for maximum efficiency and productivity.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices in administration management through continuous learning opportunities, ensuring a competitive edge in service provision.
- Developed effective filing systems that streamlined document retrieval, increasing efficiency within the workplace.
Administration Officer
University Of Fort Hare
04.1997 - 03.1999
- Streamlined office processes by implementing efficient administrative systems and procedures.
- Managed vendor relationships to negotiate contracts, secure competitive pricing options, and ensure reliable service delivery.
- Increased employee satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and maintaining a supportive work environment.
- Oversaw facility maintenance activities, coordinating repairs and upgrades to create a safe and comfortable workspace.
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows, reducing redundancies and increasing operational efficiency.
- Enhanced communication between students and lecturers by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to address complex issues, leading to more efficient problem-solving processes.
- Delivered high-quality training programs, enhancing employee skill sets and contributing to professional development efforts.
- Implemented feedback system from students, using insights to guide policing strategies and improve student relations.
- Coordinated with multiple agencies to streamline operations, enhancing overall response times during emergencies.
- Organized students forums to address students concerns, improving transparency and accountability.
- Established protocols for handling sensitive information, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal standards.
- Negotiated with local businesses for partnerships in bursaries or scholarships initiatives, securing resources and support for student programs.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data and student data.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - B. Comm in Human Resources
Regent Business School
Durban, South Africa 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - B.com in Hospitality Management
Stenden University
Port Alfred, South Africa 04.2001 -
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa 04.2001 -
Associate of Science - Advanced Diploma in Business Management
South African Institute of Management
Johannesburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
Associate of Science - Specialist Diploma in Human Resources
South African Institute of Management
Johannesburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
Associate of Science - Diploma in Business Management
Damelin Business School
East London, South Africa 04.2001 -
No Degree - Bookkeeping
Damelin Business School
East London, South Africa 04.2001 -
No Degree - Matric
Queenstown Girls High School
Queenstown, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Talent development
Crisis management
Succession planning
Mergers and acquisitions
Strategic visioning
Customer focus
Innovation management
Problem-solving abilities
Analytical and critical thinker
Executive presence
Inspirational leadership
Management team leadership
Leadership and people development
Negotiation
Timeline
CEO
SimSin Travel and Experiences
02.2019 - Current
Business Analyst
Dimension Data
01.2007 - 12.2012
Senior Administration Officer
Khula Enterprise Development Agency
01.2004 - 09.2006
Bachelor of Science - B. Comm in Human Resources
Regent Business School
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - B.com in Hospitality Management
Stenden University
04.2001 -
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
University of Cape Town
04.2001 -
Associate of Science - Advanced Diploma in Business Management
South African Institute of Management
04.2001 -
Associate of Science - Specialist Diploma in Human Resources
South African Institute of Management
04.2001 -
Associate of Science - Diploma in Business Management
Damelin Business School
04.2001 -
No Degree - Bookkeeping
Damelin Business School
04.2001 -
No Degree - Matric
Queenstown Girls High School
04.2001 -
Administration Manager
Department of Agriculture and Land Affairs
03.2000 - 02.2004
Administration Officer
University Of Fort Hare
04.1997 - 03.1999