Sibongile Joanah Sibanyoni
Bloemfontein
Summary
Strategic and results-driven Programme and Community Development professional with more than nine years of experience leading youth development, sport development, stakeholder engagement, project coordination and community empowerment initiatives within the public sector.
Demonstrated success in developing and implementing high-impact programmes, managing partnerships, coordinating multi-stakeholder projects, securing sponsorships from international organisations including UNICEF, American Corner and Queer Code, also delivering measurable community outcomes. Experienced in project planning, operational administration, digital engagement, marketing, governance, monitoring and evaluation, and event management.
Passionate about creating inclusive environments that enhance student and community experiences through innovation, collaboration and strategic leadership.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Sport and Recreation Officer
DSACR
Bloemfontein
10.2015 - Current
Sport Recreation Officer
Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation October 2015 – Present
Provide strategic leadership in planning, coordinating and implementing district sport and community development programmes aligned with government priorities.
Key achievements
Planned and coordinated district-wide sport development programmes and community initiatives.
Led multi-stakeholder partnerships involving municipalities, schools, federations, NGOs and community organisations.
Successfully secured sponsorship from UNICEF and Queer Code for the annual Women in Sport Programme for two consecutive years.
Increased Women in Sport participation from 250 participants in 2024 to 300 participants in 2025.
Managed logistics, operations and stakeholder coordination for district sporting events and community programmes.
Introduced esports as a community development initiative by securing 30 refurbished computers to improve digital inclusion in rural communities.
Created and currently manage the Xhariep District Sport Confederation Facebook page, growing the platform to over 600 members since February 2025.
Invited by the Mangaung American Corner STEM Career Exhibition to showcase the integration of sport and technology through esports.
Coordinate athlete support services, administration and stakeholder communication.
Prepare reports, monitor programme performance and evaluate project outcomes.
Facilitate partnerships with government departments, educational institutions, NGOs and private sector organisations.
Support governance, compliance and operational planning within district sport structures.
Logistics Team Member
CHAN Local Organising Committee 2013–2014
Coordinated logistics and operational support during the African Nations Championship.
Protocol Assistant
Free State Stadium 2013
Coordinated protocol arrangements for VIP guests and government officials.
Sport Development Intern
Department of Sport and Recreation 2013
Assisted with community sport development programmes and administrative coordination.
Event Support Staff
FIFA World Cup INNERSTAFF 2010
Assisted with event operations and logistics during the FIFA World Cup.
Varsity Shield Rugby Committee
Central University of Technology
2011–2014
Assisted with event coordination, communication and operational planning.
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Vice Chairperson
Sports Management Committee
Central University of Technology
Education
Adavance Diploma - Applied Management
Central University of Technology
12-2014
Higher National Diploma - Monitoring and Evaluation Approaches
National School of Gorvemence
South Africa01-2025
National Diploma - Sport Management
Central University of Technology
12-2013
N4 & N5 -
Motheo College
12-2010
High School -
Winburg Hoërskool
12-2007
Skills
Strategic Leadership
Project & Programme Management
Student & Community Development
Monitoring & Evaluation
Stakeholder Engagement
Corporate & NGO Partnerships
Marketing & Communications
Public Relations
Digital Engagement
Event & Logistics Management
Governance & Administration
Operational Planning
Risk Management
Budget Coordination
Athlete Support Services
Team Leadership
Policy Implementation
Conflict Resolution
Negotiation
Community Mobilisation
Report Writing
Reference
- Thuso Mpuang, 078 351 0554 Free State Sport Confederation
- Mrs Tshegofatso moses 066 479 0462 DSACR (Community Sport)
- Mr Struben Mathubu, 0514073500 DSACR (School Sport)
- Dr. W. Fourie, 0515073312
Personal Information
Ethnicity: Black
Gender: Female
Timeline
Sport and Recreation Officer
DSACR
10.2015 - Current
Adavance Diploma - Applied Management
Central University of Technology
Higher National Diploma - Monitoring and Evaluation Approaches
National School of Gorvemence
National Diploma - Sport Management
Central University of Technology
N4 & N5 -
Motheo College
High School -
Winburg Hoërskool