To keep abreast of the ongoing changes and trends in the Information and Communication Technology field and to add value in my line of operation
Nontlantla Mabena
Project Manager
16 Shiraz Street
Summary
I believe that the nature of courses I have done have prepared me extensively for this position. They involved a great deal of Information Technology aspects such as IT Infrastructure, Information systems, inclusive to that I studied Project management courses that added an advantage to me and supplied me with more and broader picture on business levels, also giving me the great ability to manage Projects in Information Technology sector, I have a vast understanding of the technical and business.
With that I can manage projects small to large within budget and time, and I am able to analyse, administer, manage resources and execute the Projects end-to-end. Communicate to Project stakeholder on the progress of the Projects. I can handle a project from beginning to end, using both Waterfall and Agile method, depending on the type of project at hand at that time. I have worked on both software/Application and IT infrastructure Projects.
I have high self-awareness and a fast learner, always willing to try new things, with a keen eye for detail and this opportunity will provide me with the ability to grow and progress more in project management. I am dedicated hard working individual with good communication skills. Works well under pressure and adapts easily. Has the ability to work independently as well as within a team, very assertive, self-motivated and always keen to learn get along easy with people of all cultures.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Dell Technologies
06.2019 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes while maintaining costeffectiveness.
- Ensured projects aligned with strategic objectives, working closely with senior management to refine project goals.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, conducting post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and best practices.
Junior Project Manager
Nedbank
07.2016 - 05.2019
- Improved team collaboration through clear communication and timely feedback on performance.
- Served as a liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders, facilitating effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Supported senior project managers in various aspects of project planning, execution, and closure activities.
- Interacted with customers to identify preferences and specifications, fostering timeline and budget adherence.
- Developed comprehensive documentation to provide clear guidance for project activities and deliverables.
- Facilitated effective team meetings for sharing updates, discussing challenges, and brainstorming solutions.
- Contributed to risk management efforts, identifying potential obstacles and developing mitigation strategies.
- Assisted in the development of project scopes, objectives, and timelines to ensure successful outcomes.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve issues promptly and maintain project momentum.
- Implemented continuous improvement measures based on lessons learned from previous projects to enhance future success rates.
- Coordinated project meetings and confirmed relevant stakeholder awareness of tasks, goals and project timelines.
- Enhanced project efficiency by implementing agile methodologies and streamlining processes.
- Reduced project completion time by effectively managing resources and prioritizing tasks.
- Applied knowledge of industry best practices to improve project management processes.
- Increased stakeholder satisfaction by providing regular status updates and addressing concerns proactively.
- Delivered projects on time and within budget by consistently monitoring progress and adjusting plans as needed.
- Liaised with internal organization, clients and suppliers and maintained open communication lines on project phases.
- Monitored and tracked project metrics and collected data to share with project members.
- Led team meetings to assess project progress and plan appropriately to meet delivery targets.
Systems Engineer
Nedbank
05.2013 - 06.2016
- Provide first and second level support in terms of server implementation and troubleshooting around implementation problems, upgrades and maintenance.
- Server Support and application deployment on the corporate banking front end environment and capital server environment.
- Perform Infrastructure design reviews, provide feedback and approval.
- Providing Technical operating system support, diagnose and resolve issues.
- IIS service Support
- Server Clustering configuration and support
- Windows load balancing configuration and support
- Active Directory.
- Installation of Microsoft security patches monthly.
- Provide technical advice and support to customers and technicians on new and established systems.
- Grant access and permissions to groups and users on shared folders on servers
- Contributed towards continuous improvement initiatives aimed at streamlining internal processes and enhancing overall service delivery quality.
- Designed high availability strategies to minimize downtime during critical systems outages or disasters recovery scenarios.
- Developed custom software solutions for various business needs, resulting in improved productivity.
- Conducted end-user reviews for modified and new systems.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
Programme For Management Development
Gordon Institute Of Business Science 04.2001 -
GED -
Disciplined Agile Scrum Master Certification (
PM Ideas 04.2001 -
GED -
ITIL FOUNDATION V4
People Cert 04.2001 -
GED -
Applied Project Management in IT
University Of South Africa 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Tshwane University of Technology
Tshwane 04.2001 -
Skills
Project Management
Project Planning
Project planning and development
Project tracking
Strategic Planning
Risk Management
Schedule Management
Project Scheduling
Document Management
Scope Management
Root Cause Analysis
Presentations
Resource Allocation
Compliance Monitoring
Stakeholder Communications
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Coaching and Mentoring
Budget Control
Conflict Management
Advanced problem solving
Forecasting
Interests
Timeline
Project Manager
Dell Technologies
06.2019 - Current
Junior Project Manager
Nedbank
07.2016 - 05.2019
Systems Engineer
Nedbank
05.2013 - 06.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
Programme For Management Development
04.2001 -
GED -
Disciplined Agile Scrum Master Certification (
04.2001 -
GED -
ITIL FOUNDATION V4
04.2001 -
GED -
Applied Project Management in IT
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Tshwane University of Technology
04.2001 -
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