Siphokazi Sympathy Ndhlovu

Work History

PROJECT MANAGER

NATIONAL TREASURY GTAC

10.2018 - Current

Expertly appraise and process grant applications from concept to business case, ensuring thorough due diligence
Present and secure approval for applications from various committees, demonstrating persuasive communication skills
Drafting , finalizing grant agreements and ensuring seamless contracting process.
Efficiently contract and kick-start approved projects, aligning with implementation strategies
Proactively manage grant projects, overseeing project plans, deliverables, and dependencies to meet objectives within prescribed timeframes and budgets amounting to over R554,000,000.00
Mitigate project risks by implementing strategic processes, and maintaining stakeholder engagement to prevent delivery setbacks.
Lead full-cycle project implementation, including induction, quality recordkeeping, operational guidance, and comprehensive analysis and reporting.
Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
Enhanced overall project success by conducting thorough post-project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future efforts.
Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
Conduct rigorous monitoring and evaluation of project finances, ensuring meticulous budgeting and cost control
Maintain active liaison with clients and stakeholders, ensuring project documentation adheres to established standards and procedures
Perform qualitative analysis and compile detailed project status reports, keeping stakeholders informed on progress and milestones
Uphold governance standards in line with National Treasury and Municipal requirements, providing expert recommendations for projects
Manage project team fostering collaboration to guarantee successful project outcomes.
Ensured regulatory compliance by closely monitoring applicable laws and regulations within industry sector throughout each project life cycle.
Implement project management best practices to ensure project compliance with time, cost, and quality benchmarks
Supervise project personnel, consultants, and partners, endorsing technical reports and overseeing on-the-ground activities
Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
Coordinate project activities in line with Project Plan, conducting regular field visits to ensure timely achievement of outputs and outcomes
Manage project budget, risks, and changes meticulously, utilizing tools for real-time dashboarding of key information for senior management
Report on project progress against plans, ensuring clarity among all parties and meeting donor reporting obligations
Adapt project plans responsively to meet evolving needs and manage grant amendments in collaboration with stakeholders
Serve as primary point of contact for projects, fostering regular engagement with internal and external stakeholders
Lead training activities supported by projects, enhancing capacity and knowledge transfer
Develop and execute comprehensive communication and marketing strategy, leveraging technology platforms for efficient information sharing
Prepare for project transition and sustainability, ensuring seamless handover and project closeout under policies
Willing to travel to project sites, work outdoors, including in rural settings, and accommodate extended hours and flexible work arrangements to meet project deadlines.

GRANTS PRACTITIONER

CHIETA

05.2014 - 10.2018

Streamlined management of Discretionary Grants, enhancing operational efficiency
Developed and implemented comprehensive guidelines and QMS documentation to optimize Discretionary Grants processes
Attended continuing education seminars and workshops to stay current with best practices.
Integrated Discretionary Grants operations with Management Information System (MIS) for improved data connectivity
Conducted thorough evaluations of grant applications to ensure compliance and readiness for successful execution
Scrutinized Discretionary Grants budget proposals for accuracy, cost-effectiveness, and market relevance
Managed contracts and award letters with precision, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions
Oversaw timely and accurate grant payment processes
Generated tracking and statistical reports to monitor grant activity and outcomes
Maintained up-to-date database of Discretionary Grants applicants, ensuring data integrity
Administered company databases and led teams of grants management professionals and 3 interns, ensuring adherence to best practices
Coordinated audits efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
Provided executive support, managing the diary of the Executive Manager, coordinating travel arrangements, and facilitating meetings with meticulous preparation and organization.

GRANTS ADMINISTRATOR

CHIETA

01.2013 - 04.2014

Streamlined ISO-compliant document management and administrative activities for grant processes
Implemented efficient filing system for both mandatory and discretionary grant documentation
Ensured secure and systematic storage of grant records, maintaining integrity and confidentiality
Coordinated archiving of completed files, enhancing document retrieval and regional office collaboration
Crafted confirmation letters for Work Skills Plan submissions, demonstrating attention to detail and accuracy
Regularly performed document control duties, ensuring consistent administrative operations
Developed and instituted robust document workflow processes, elevating efficiency in document control
Provided pivotal support in project office tasks, including information compilation and workshop logistics.

SHAREPOINT AND SERVICE DESK ADMINISTRATOR

JD GROUP

07.2011 - 10.2012

Expertly manage SharePoint permissions, ensuring appropriate access control and user privileges
Deliver prompt and effective resolution for SharePoint-related user issues, enhancing system reliability
Efficiently handle service desk inquiries, providing top-tier client support and application assistance
Streamline service desk operations by adding and managing technician accounts
Proactively monitor service desk performance, maintaining optimal server functionality
Implement service desk upgrades, ensuring the deployment of the latest features and improvements
Develop comprehensive documentation for service desk procedures, contributing to knowledge sharing
Generate insightful service desk reports, aiding in strategic decision-making and performance analysis
Provide robust service desk support, including thread dump generation and log file analysis for issue resolution
Administer the service desk's email exchange server, guaranteeing seamless communication and collaboration.

SYSTEM DOCUMENTER

ACCZONE SYSTEMS

03.2010 - 03.2011

Expertly crafted comprehensive documentation, including Business Requirements, Business Processes, and Use Cases, translating them into precise functional and non-functional specifications for a Dot Net financial software system
Developed detailed use case scenarios, deriving robust test cases to ensure quality and functionality
Maintained punctual submission of all necessary information from Developers and Business Analysts for seamless documentation workflows
Authored user-friendly manuals, enhancing client understanding and system usability
Established an internal knowledge base, the 'Help Console,' to provide accessible support articles within the system
Contributed to project management tasks, including updating the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), scheduling project finalization, coordinating meetings, and documenting minutes
Generated insightful progress reports on client support issues, utilizing a bug tracker tool to monitor and resolve software faults effectively
Managed comprehensive documentation for all software release cycles, ensuring accuracy and consistency across versions.

Summary

Overview

Work History

PROJECT MANAGER

GRANTS PRACTITIONER

GRANTS ADMINISTRATOR

SHAREPOINT AND SERVICE DESK ADMINISTRATOR

SYSTEM DOCUMENTER

Education

BBA - Business Administration

Certificate - Skills Development Facilitator

Post Graduate Diploma - Project Management

ICT Certificate - VB.Net 2010

Risk Management Certificate - Risk Management

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration

ICT Certification - JAVA Programming SCJP 1.5

ICT Certification - ICDL, Comptia A+ And Comptia N+

Matric - Mathematics, Biology, Science, 3 Languages

Skills

References

Timeline

Similar Profiles

Thabo MankgaThabo Mankga

CPA JOSPHAT SAMOEICPA JOSPHAT SAMOEI

Enock NdlovuEnock Ndlovu