Siboniso Phillip Mkhaliphi
Thatchfield Glen,South Africa
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in corporate governance and executive management in the public sector. Proven skills in strategic leadership, financial management, and program and project management. Experienced in water resources management, regulatory compliance, policy formulation and stakeholder engagement, with a strong focus on change management. Skilled in conducting feasibility studies, environmental impact assessments, lecturing, farm management and coordination.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Chief Executive Officer (Interim)
Limpopo-Olifants Catchment Management Agency
Polokwane, SouthAfrica
2026.04 - Current
- Oversee development and implementation of 5-year strategic plan,
- Oversee development and implementation of Annual Performance Plan,
- Oversee submission and reporting of Annual Reports and Quarterly Report,
- Prepare and present reports to Accounting Authority (Governing Board) and Executive Authority (Ministry), Parliamentary Committees,
- Coordinate development of comprehensive Corporate Plan,
- Oversee performance and service delivery,
- Oversee coordination of Governing Board and Board Committees,
- Approval of agendas, minutes, and reports of committees before distribution,
- Recommendation of internal and external policies and procedures documentation to Governing Board and committees for approval,
- Oversee effective coordination of stakeholder participation and empowerment strategies,
- Signing and approval of Memoranda of Agreement and Memoranda of Understanding related to external parties,
- Oversee championing of transformation of water resource management,
- Appointment of bid committees, approval of bid specifications, review recommendations from bid adjudication committees and approve for appointment of successful bidders,
- Oversee effective implementation and maintenance of all administrative, financial, and technical support systems for delivery of water resource management services,
- Establish and maintain sound project management systems,
- Ensure that finance and procurement processes are managed in line with PFMA, PPPFA, National Treasury and other relevant regulations, and
- Oversee proper management of assets and physical resources,
Director: Compliance Monitoring
DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION
Pretoria, South Africa
2014.01 - 2026.03
- Reviewed and implemented compliance monitoring and enforcement strategy.
- Provided linkage between operations and corporate strategies of department.
- Led overall compliance monitoring function nationally.
- Developed Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement for effective regulation of water resources.
- Oversaw water management institutions including irrigation boards and water users associations.
- Aligned water sector programmes with other sectors through integrated development plans and working groups.
- Facilitated innovation research four projects via Water Research Commission (WRC).
- Participated as member of departmental bid adjudication committee (DBAC).
Acting Chief Director: Water Use, Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement
DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION
Pretoria, South Africa
2019.01 - 2022.01
- Supported management of wastewater service regulation, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
- Assisted in implementation of drinking water regulations, monitoring compliance of water service institutions.
- Contributed to water resource regulation by developing standards and processes.
- Facilitated compliance monitoring through training and capacity building for various water users.
- Enforced regulatory compliance, offering strategic support to water service regulation and compliance monitoring.
- Participated in top management activities, linking operations with strategic leadership.
Deputy Director (Water Allocation Equity)
DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION
Pretoria, South Africa
2010.01 - 2014.01
- Assisted in developing tools and processes for water allocation reform strategy implementation.
- Coordinated national programme implementation for water allocation reform.
- Contributed to policy and strategy development.
- Provided input into municipal water sector plans.
- Supported other departments on water allocation reform issues.
- Engaged with stakeholders and advocated for water allocation reform programme.
- Monitored and evaluated water allocation reform programme.
- Assessed potential for establishing viable water-using enterprises.
- Reviewed and developed Water Policy, 2013
- Managed sub-directorate functions including human resources, budget, project management, performance management, reporting, business planning, and performance evaluations.
Assistant Director (Resource Planning and Utilization)
GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT
Johannesburg, South Africa
2006.01 - 2009.01
- Assisted in conducting numerous agricultural feasibility studies for social and economic development projects.
- Supported oversight of farm structures design.
- Helped in planning and managing agricultural and natural resources.
- Contributed to development and protection of agricultural hubs.
- Provided training for extension officers and farmers.
- Aided in managing and processing environmental impact assessment (EIA) and basic assessment reports (BAR) applications.
- Facilitated processing of subdivision of farm applications according to Act 70 of 1970.
- Assisted in policy formulation and review.
- Participated in chairing coordinating committee on agricultural water (CCAW).
- Supported management of budget for sub-directorate and project management.
- Monitored CASP projects.
Lecturer
MANGOSUTHU UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Durban, South Africa
2003.01 - 2006.01
- Supported students by delivering lectures in agricultural science.
- Assisted in community outreach projects to enhance local engagement.
- Conducted research and development activities to support project initiatives.
- Drafted proposals for funding and training of community projects.
- Coordinated open days to promote awareness and participation in programmes.
Environmental Officer
KZN DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS
Empangeni, South Africa
2003.04 - 2003.07
- Assisted in reviewing and evaluating EIA reports.
- Provided technical environmental comments on development applications and IDP documents.
- Participated in working for water projects focused on controlling alien invader plants.
- Liaised with local stakeholders for implementing environmental legislation and related policies.
- Contributed to development of environmental policies for schools.
Agricultural Specialist and Farm Manager
ZAKHE TRAINING INSTITUTE
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
1999.01 - 2002.01
- Conducted agricultural feasibility assessments at both farm and regional levels.
- Assisted in development of agricultural sector plans.
- Compiled and presented project proposals and reports.
- Managed animal production section, including dairy, beef, and poultry operations.
- Taught agricultural science at Zakhe Agricultural College.
- Facilitated training in short courses on animal and plant production.
- Organised farmers' days to promote agricultural practices.
- Updated training material to meet NQF requirements.
- Drafted agri-business plans for farmer clients.
- Managed projects and carried out training needs assessments.
Education
PhD - Development Studies
University of KwaZulu Natal
Durban, South Africa 2025.01 -
Master of Business Administration - Water Resources Management
Business School Netherlands
Netherlands 2022.10 - 2024.10
Master of Management - Public and Development Management
UNIVERSITY OF WITWATERSRAND
Johannesburg, South Africa 2009.01 - 2013.11
Post-graduate Professional Certificate - Public Management
UNIVERSITY OF WITWATERSRAND
Johannesburg, South Africa 2008.01 - 2008.11
B.Sc. - Agric
UNIVERSITY OF ZULULAND
Empangeni, South Africa 1995.01 - 1998.12
Matriculation Exemption Certificate - Natural Sciences
NOMATHIYA HIGH SCHOOL
Mtubatuba, South Africa 1994.01 - 1994.12
Skills
- Corporate governance
- Executive management
- Strategic leadership
- Financial management
- Program and Project management
- Presentation and communication skills
- Policy formulation and evaluation
- Stakeholder engagement
Certification
- International Water Law
- Environmental Law
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Project Management
- Microsoft Project (MSP)
- 7 Habits for Highly Effective People-Franklin Covey
- Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)
- Mission Directed Work Teams
- Supervisory Course
- Biotechnology for Non-Biotechnologist
- Irrigation Designer
- Report Writing
- Ethics
REFERENCES
- Sylvester, Mpandeli, Prof, sylvesterm@wrc.org.za, +27 12 761 9300, +27 678269115, WATER RESEARCH COMMISSION, EXECUTIVE MANAGER: WATER UTILISATION IN AGRICULTURE
- Motlatjo, Makaepea, Mr., Motlatjo.Makaepea@gauteng.gov.za, +27112402565, +27824321493, GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT, CHIEF DIRECTOR
INTERESTS
Church ministry leadership, Politics, Member of several task teams, Gym, Soccer
Languages
English
Fluent
Isizulu
Native
IsiXhosa
Fluent
Sesotho
Upper intermediate
IsiSwati
Upper intermediate
Afrikaans
Elementary
Affiliations
- Gardening
- Soccer
Accomplishments
- Country leader for the Working Group on Sustainable On-Farm Irrigation System Development (WG-SON-FARM) of the International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage (ICID).
- Resuscitation of the Blue and Green Drop programs in 2020/21
- Co-authored a book - "Exploring South African Irrigation History", 2024
- Developed and published “water metering” regulations for the irrigation sector.
- Developed guidelines for water metering.
- Led the development of the National Compliance Information Management System,
- Developed a Framework for Monitoring Water Allocation Reform
- Reviewed the Policy on Protection of High Potential Agricultural Land in Gauteng
- Deputy Chairperson of the Agricultural Society at the University of Zululand(1997-1998)
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer (Interim)
Limpopo-Olifants Catchment Management Agency
2026.04 - Current
PhD - Development Studies
University of KwaZulu Natal
2025.01 -
Master of Business Administration - Water Resources Management
Business School Netherlands
2022.10 - 2024.10
Acting Chief Director: Water Use, Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement
DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION
2019.01 - 2022.01
Director: Compliance Monitoring
DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION
2014.01 - 2026.03
Deputy Director (Water Allocation Equity)
DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION
2010.01 - 2014.01
Master of Management - Public and Development Management
UNIVERSITY OF WITWATERSRAND
2009.01 - 2013.11
Post-graduate Professional Certificate - Public Management
UNIVERSITY OF WITWATERSRAND
2008.01 - 2008.11
Assistant Director (Resource Planning and Utilization)
GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT
2006.01 - 2009.01
Environmental Officer
KZN DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS
2003.04 - 2003.07
Lecturer
MANGOSUTHU UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
2003.01 - 2006.01
Agricultural Specialist and Farm Manager
ZAKHE TRAINING INSTITUTE
1999.01 - 2002.01
B.Sc. - Agric
UNIVERSITY OF ZULULAND
1995.01 - 1998.12
Matriculation Exemption Certificate - Natural Sciences
NOMATHIYA HIGH SCHOOL
1994.01 - 1994.12