RHULANI INNOCENT SIBANDA
MUSINA
Summary
Results-driven Senior Record Officer specialising in archival processing and compliance. Designs and implements record management systems that enhance data preservation and accessibility. Leads cross-functional teams to optimise workflows and improve cataloguing efficiency. Experienced in stakeholder engagement and conflict resolution, with a strong background in information management and event planning.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Record Officer
Health and Social Development
Musina, South Africa
01.2013 - 04.2023
- Prepared record keeping systems and procedures for archival research and for retention or destruction of records.
- Compiled and maintained records of archive inventory, ensuring accurate tracking of items and facilitating audits.
- Designed and executed guidelines and protocols for acquisition, processing and preservation of archival materials to enforce compliance.
- Analysed and selected specialised archival software, optimising workflows and improving cataloguing efficiency.
- Catalogued historical documents and artefacts, facilitating easy access and preservation for future generations.
- Copied multiple records and documents to digital format to preserve data and history.
Community Development Worker
Premier's Office
Musina
04.2008 - 03.2012
- Mobilised community members for collective action on environmental sustainability projects, leading to significant improvements in local green spaces.
- Organised community workshops and forums to address local needs and encourage dialogue among residents.
- Engaged in conflict resolution within the community, mediating disputes and promoting peaceful coexistence.
- Facilitated communication between government agencies, locals and organisations.
- Built and maintained relationships with local authorities to understand impact of policies.
- Consulted with stakeholders and programme administrators to identify policy needs.
- Evaluated impact of programmes and initiatives, identifying areas in need of improvement.
- Proposed innovative solutions to combat issues with existing legislation, aiding development of improvement strategies.
- Compiled data for future policy updates by working closely local communities.
- Provided project coordination support to key work programmes.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Matric
Musina High
Musina,South Africa01-1996
Certificate - Community Development
UNISA
JHB, South AfricaSkills
- Records management
- Record management
- Record-keeping standards
- Records auditing
- Data digitization
- Archival processing
- Team Leadership
- Strategic planning
- Stakeholder engagement
- Team collaboration
- Communication facilitation
- Conflict resolution
- Community mobilization
- Negotiation expertise
- Computer literacy
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Tsonga
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Senior Record Officer
Health and Social Development
01.2013 - 04.2023
Community Development Worker
Premier's Office
04.2008 - 03.2012
Certificate of Higher Education - Matric
Musina High
Certificate - Community Development
UNISA