Sonwabile Dwaba
Public Accounts, Accounting, Leadership, Procurement, Policy, Oversight, Financial Planning
Summary
I have a strong background in municipal research and oversight and during my tenure at the Fezile Dabi District Municipality's Municipal Public Accounts Committee I have gained much expertise in developing accountability measures and ensuring transparency in financial processes. I have a B.Com Accounting, B.Com (Hons) Management Accounting and a Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning all from the University of the Free State. This strong background in academics has provided me with a solid background in accounting principles and financial planning, and has allowed me to strengthen my abilities in bookkeeping, accounting systems, etc.
My professional experience includes three years as a researcher at the Free State Provincial Legislature and two years as a Senate member at the University of the Free State. During this time, I successfully led a team in shaping policy positions for the sector. I have strong communication and project management skills, and I have a great deal of research and sector background, so I am a good addition to any team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Languages
Work History
Municipal Public Accounts Committee Researcher
Fezile Dabi District Municipality
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Expertise in Statutory and Regulatory Interpretation and Compliance Coordination
- Strategic Committee Support and Advisory
- Proficient in Report Writing and Coordination
- Skilled in Performance Monitoring and Evaluation
- Specialized in Policy Coordination and Implementation
- Investigative acumen in Unauthorized, Irregular, Fruitless, and Wasteful Expenditure
- Comprehensive Provision of Administrative and Secretarial Support
- Efficient in Drawing Up Annual Plans and Tracking Implementation Progress
- Oversight over bookkeeping and accounting and payroll systems and operations
Researcher
Free State Provincial Legislature
Bloemfontein
07.2019 - 09.2022
- Supported municipal governance and financial oversight functions
- Enhanced financial oversight in provincial entities and departments
- Supported budgeting, reporting, and compliance functions
- Conducted research and provided inputs into policy review and development
- Provided insights on socio-economic policies at the legislature.
Member of Council
University Of The Free State
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Institutional Governance: Policy Development and Monitoring
- Provision of Governance Oversight on Strategic Development and Implementation
- Oversight of Finance and Human Resource Matters
- Fostering and Maintaining a Positive Academic Atmosphere
- Addressing Disciplinary Matters for Staff and Students
- Shaping Admission and Language Policies for the University
- Approval and Adoption of Draft Policies, Management Reports, Budgets, and Financial Statements.
Member of Senate
University Of The Free State
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Executed comprehensive curriculum review and analysis
- Oversaw and regulated all university teaching, learning, and academic functions
- Implemented legislated functions delegated by the Council
- Modernized university rules to align with contemporary student needs.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning - Financial Planning Law
University Of The Free State
Bloemfontein 02.2020 - 11.2021
B.Com Honours in Management Accounting - Management Accounting
University Of The Free State
Bloemfontein 02.2018 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting - Accounting
University Of The Free State
Bloemfontein 02.2014 - 11.2017
Skills
- Report Writing and Presentation Soft Skills
- Statutory Interpretation and Analysis
- Policy Analysis and Formulation
- Bookkeeping and Accounting
- Effective Team leader and conflict resolution mechanisms
- Strong Analytical and Problem-solving skills with the ability to make well-thought-out decisions
- Budgeting and Financial analysis
- MS Office and Computer literate
- Attention to Detail and Administrative Skills
- Procurement and Payroll
- Adaptable and Fast learner
References
- MR TLALI MOTSHOIKHA, +27 83 455 6560, motsoikhatlali65@gmail.com, FEZILE DABI DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY
- PROF PRAKASH NAIDOO, +27 72 621 7135, naidoop@ufs.ac.za, UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE
- MR FRANK MAKHABANE, +27 81 321 1132, info@ubuntuprosolutions.com, UBUNTU PRO SOLUTIONS
Timeline
Municipal Public Accounts Committee Researcher
Fezile Dabi District Municipality
10.2022 - 12.2023
Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning - Financial Planning Law
University Of The Free State
02.2020 - 11.2021
Researcher
Free State Provincial Legislature
07.2019 - 09.2022
Member of Council
University Of The Free State
08.2018 - 08.2019
B.Com Honours in Management Accounting - Management Accounting
University Of The Free State
02.2018 - 11.2018
Member of Senate
University Of The Free State
08.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting - Accounting
University Of The Free State
02.2014 - 11.2017
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