Olebogeng Sentsho
Pretoria
Summary
Accomplished Director at Statistics South Africa Head Office, adept in strategic planning and people management. Demonstrated expertise in analytical skills and statistical reporting, leading to a 20% increase in efficiency. Skilled in project and budget management, emphasizing decision-making and research skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Statistics South Africa Head Office
12.2021 - Current
- Assessment of the quality of economic and social statistical products (releases/publications, data and metadata) produced by entities within the National Statistics System as per the South African Statistical Quality Assessment Framework (SASQAF) requirements/standards.
- Recommendations of quality improvements to be implemented on the statistical products across different phases of the Statistical Value Chain/Generic Statistical Business Process Model.
- Presentation of the outcome of the quality assessment process to the senior managers, data producers, internal and external stakeholders.
- Compilation of the reports (Quality Assessment reports, Quality Improvement Plans and Quality Statements) during and after concluding the quality assessment process.
- Interaction with internal and external stakeholders.
- Assist with the coordination of the reporting of the Sustainable Development Goals for the Economic theme (Goals 8, 9, 10, 12 and 17).
Principal Economist
Statistics South Africa Head Office
05.2013 - 11.2021
- Compilation of various components of Gross Domestic Product (Expenditure approach) estimates. These components are: Household and Government Final Consumption Expenditures, Gross Fixed Capital Formation and Foreign Trade statistics.
- Application of seasonal adjustment, index numbers, deflation techniques, rebasing and benchmarking of the GDP series.
- Presented GDP estimates to senior managers as well as compiled GDP statistical releases, fact sheets and press release statements for dissemination to the public.
- Documented the sources and methods used in compiling the GDP estimates.
- Interacted with internal and external stakeholders.
Survey Statistician
Statistics South Africa Head Office
08.2007 - 04.2013
- Participated in the execution of activities across various phases of the Statistical Value Chain/Generic Statistical Business Process Model such as sample analysis (new and old), data analysis, compilation of statistical releases/publication, publications, compilation of clearance documents for the monthly motor trade statistics, etc.
- Conduct on-going research on best international practices for the improvement or introduction of economic indicators or business cycle indicators (current and new surveys). Compile reports on the findings and recommendations of the research conducted and represent Statistics South Africa in various international forums.
Asssistant Statistical Officer
Statistics South Africa Head Office
04.2006 - 08.2007
- Collect, check, edit and process agricultural and quarterly employment data within specified timeframes and according to specific guidelines.
- Make telephonic follow-ups to obtain information not received and also investigate the reasons for the huge discrepancies in the quarterly data as provided by respondents.
- Visit respondents to assist with completion of questionnaires.
Education
Master of Commerce - Development Economics
University of Johannesburg
10.2014
Honours Degree - Economics
University of South Africa
06.2009
Bachelor of Commerce - Economics
University of Pretoria
06.2006
Commercial Subjects
Tlhabane Technical And Commercial High School
12.2001
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Verbal and written communication
- People Management
- Analytical Skills
- Research Skills
- Statistical Reporting
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of [18] in the development of [Gross Domestic Product - Expenditure approach] in Statistics South Africa.
Languages
Setswana
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Intermediate (B1)
Isizulu
Intermediate (B1)
REFERENCES
1. Name of person: Mr Michael Manamela
Relationship: Former Chief Director / next level supervisor
Contact no: 082 888 2205
Email address: Michael.Manamela@resbank.co.za
2. Name of person: Mr Litshani Ligudu
Relationship: Former Director / direct supervisor
Contact no: 082 884 4279
Email address: LitshaniL@statssa.gov.za
3. Name of person: Mrs Keshnee Naidoo
Relationship: Former Director / direct supervisor
Contact no: 083 689 5341
Email address: KeshneeN@statssa.gov.za
Work Availability
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Timeline
Director
Statistics South Africa Head Office
12.2021 - Current
Principal Economist
Statistics South Africa Head Office
05.2013 - 11.2021
Survey Statistician
Statistics South Africa Head Office
08.2007 - 04.2013
Asssistant Statistical Officer
Statistics South Africa Head Office
04.2006 - 08.2007
Master of Commerce - Development Economics
University of Johannesburg
Honours Degree - Economics
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Commerce - Economics
University of Pretoria
Commercial Subjects
Tlhabane Technical And Commercial High School
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