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Siyabonga Madondo

Mining Engineer | MBA | CFA Level 1
Midrand

Summary

I am an experienced and driven Mining Engineer with an impressive Management Consulting and Corporate Finance background. I have worked on various engagements across multiple commodities, such as heavy mineral sands, iron ore, copper, coal, chrome, manganese, and gold. I have a solid ability to work collaboratively in a team and to create an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Business Manager

Arnot OpCo
Johannesburg
09.2020 - Current
  • Developed financial models and valuations to assess potential investments and identify potential risks.
  • Evaluate feasibility of investment opportunities/project transactions to ensure they are commercially sound.
  • Compose accurate and well-written communications materials consistent with executives’ writing style.
  • Handle highly confidential, proprietary, and time-sensitive materials professionally and discreetly.
  • Assisted in preparing presentations, data analysis, and other documents for investor meetings.
  • Developed financial projections and forecasts to guide investment decisions.

Engagement Manager

Resolute Advisory
Sandton
02.2016 - 03.2020
  • Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
  • Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
  • Tracked project and team member performance closely to intervene in mistakes or delays quickly.

Investment Associate Consultant

AfriSam
Johannesburg
03.2015 - 12.2015
  • Organized technical sites visits for company executives and senior government officials in some African countries
  • Manage the end-to-end acquisition process of Ready Mix companies.
  • Developed and presented a detailed analysis of investment opportunities
  • Researched macroeconomic, industry, and company-specific data to inform investment decisions.
  • Conducted due diligence on potential investments and presented findings to investors.

Senior Associate

Singular
Sandton
07.2014 - 02.2015
  • Conducted diagnostic analysis and gave professional presentations highlighting findings and recommended improvement initiatives.
  • Produced detailed and relevant reports for use in making business decisions.
  • Gathered, documented, and modeled data to assess business trends.

Associate

McKinsey & Co
Sandton
02.2011 - 05.2014
  • Conduct situational and data analysis to identify and understand a client’s problems or challenges.
  • Collaborate with clients to solve complex problems that will improve business performance.
  • Present and explain findings to client management and implement recommendations
  • Compiled research data and gave professional presentations highlighting findings and recommendations.
  • Spearheaded comprehensive presentations for management and clients.

Mining Engineer

Rio Tinto
Richards Bay
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Prepared plans and schematics for mining areas, haulage roads, and rehabilitation areas.
  • Planned operations, developed schedules and communicated status to aptly manage complex mining projects.
  • Implemented modernized safety practices as recommended and required by MPRDA act.
  • Spearheaded feasibility studies and determined profitability of projects by estimating mineral reserves.
  • Performed thorough risk assessments on long-term and short-term mine plans and designs.

Education

CFA Level 2 - Finance & Investments

CFA Institution
Online
01.2022 - Current

MBA - Corporate Finance

University of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg
06.2018 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Science - Eng, MINING

University of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg
02.2005 - 11.2008

Skills

Presentation skills

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Timeline

CFA Level 2 - Finance & Investments

CFA Institution
01.2022 - Current

Business Manager

Arnot OpCo
09.2020 - Current

MBA - Corporate Finance

University of The Witwatersrand
06.2018 - 12.2020

Engagement Manager

Resolute Advisory
02.2016 - 03.2020

Investment Associate Consultant

AfriSam
03.2015 - 12.2015

Senior Associate

Singular
07.2014 - 02.2015

Associate

McKinsey & Co
02.2011 - 05.2014

Mining Engineer

Rio Tinto
01.2009 - 01.2011

Bachelor of Science - Eng, MINING

University of The Witwatersrand
02.2005 - 11.2008
Siyabonga MadondoMining Engineer | MBA | CFA Level 1