Takalani Rejoyce Silidi
Public Participation and Stakeholder Engagement
Sunningdale
Summary
Detail-oriented team contributor with exceptional organizational skills and a proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy. Adept at prioritizing tasks effectively to meet tight deadlines and ensuring that all objectives are achieved without compromising quality. Committed to fostering collaboration and driving results within a dynamic team environment. Passionate about leveraging strong problem-solving abilities to contribute to organizational success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Public Participation and Social Facilitator (Stakeholder Engagement)
Mbofoho Consulting and Project Managers
01.2008 - Current
- Public Participation and Stakeholder Engagement
- Social Impact Assessment
- Social Facilitation
- Negotiations
- Community Mobilisation and Liaison
- Formation of Project Steering Committees
- Capacity building for Project Steering committee members and Community Liaison Officers
- Involved in Stakeholder Engagement and Public Participation for the following projects:
- Involved in the stakeholder engagement for the Resettlement Action Plan for Swazi Rail link Project, Transnet SOC Ltd (Mpumalanga)
- Involved in the stakeholder engagement and monitoring Resettlement Action Plan for Neptune-Poseidon 400 kV Power line for Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd (East London – Eastern Cape)
- Conducted Public Participation Process for the proposed construction 2x16km 132kv power line running parallel from Borothu MTS to the existing Pprust North substation within the jurisdiction of Mogalakwena local Municipality, Waterberg district, Limpopo Province
- Public Participation for amendment of Environmental Authorisation and Environmental Management Programme for the provision of landside structures and infrastructure to the Bulk Liquid Storage and handling facility at the Port of Ngqura for Transnet SOC Ltd
- Public Participation for Vondo Refurbishment and Transfer RWS-Mukumbani, Radali, Tshivhungululu, Tshilafene, Gondeni/Lunungwi and Ngwenani/Mavhola, Vhembe District
- Social Facilitation as the lead Facilitator for the Roads Agency Limpopo:
- Social Facilitation for the flood damage of road P20/2: Replacement of bridge 346 over Crocodile river in the Waterberg District of Limpopo province
- Social Facilitation for the Maintenances of road P169/2, from Steelpoort (from Road P169/1 and D212) to Road P33/2, in the Sekhukhune District of Limpopo
- Social Facilitation for Regravelling of road D4230 through Leolo Mountain (through Soupina) within Makhuduthamaga Municipality
- Conducted Social Facilitation for the Rehabilitation of road D3812 from Hluphekani to Homu 14b/ Homu 14a to Mapayeni, in the Mopani District of Limpopo
- Social Facilitation for Maintenance of Road P62/2 from Monsterlus to Mathulastands to Keerom to Zaaiplaats in the Sekhukhune District of Limpopo Province
- Social Facilitation for Maintenance of the Road D3612 from Lebowakgomo to Groothoek/Zebediela within Lepelle-Nkumpi Local Municipality
- Social Facilitation for the Upgrading (From Gravel To Tar) of the Road D3512 between Mabuladihlari and Ga-Mosidi In The Waterberg District Municipality
- Social Facilitation for Repair, Reseal and Fogspray of Road D1356 from Matoks to Soekmekaar in the Capricorn District of Limpopo Province
- Social Facilitation for Maintanance of Road P116/1 from Hoedspruit to Blyde River and Road D1185 from Hoedspruit to Kampersrus in the Mopani District of Limpopo Province
- Social Facilitation for Maintenance of Road D192 from P19/1 to Kgopeung to Makekeng, in the Waterberg District of Limpopo
- Social Facilitation for Upgrading of Makonde Access Road in Thulamela Municipality within Vhembe District Municipality of Limpopo Province
- Social Facilitation projects as a lead facilitator for the Department of Roads and Transport:
- Social and Institutional Development Service (SID) for the maintenance of Road P85/2 from N11 Marblehall to Kromdraai to Settlers in Mookgophong and Bela-Bela Municipalities
- Social and Institutional Development Services (SID) for Prevention Maintenance of Roads Mashatamothane (R37) to Bothashoek to Praktisser in Greater Tubatse Municipality
- Conducted Social Facilitation for the Upgrading of 5.10km gravel access road D3892 to Gon’on’o village (phase 2) in the Mopani District of Limpopo Province
- Social Facilitation for the Upgrading of 1,5km access road from road D1200 to Mohodi Clinic within Capricorn District of Limpopo Province
- Social Facilitation for the Upgrading of 2km access road from Ipopeng Taxi rank to Setumong village within Capricorn District of Limpopo Province
- Social Facilitation projects as a lead facilitator for Municipalities Projects:
- Social and Institutional Development Service (SID) for the upgrading of Bela-Bela streets Paving Phase 3B and Sports Ground for Bela-Bela Municipality
- Built rapport with diverse groups of stakeholders by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural competence during facilitated sessions.
- Promoted continuous learning within the organization by sharing best practices and lessons learned from various facilitation experiences.
- Fostered collaborative environment, encouraging open dialogue and shared experiences among participants.
Facilitator/ Senior Researcher
Wa Hadzhi Project Managers
Polokwane
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Project Management and Research
- Projects Facilitation and Monitoring
- Training Material Development
- Presentation and Report Writing
- Customer Care
- Conducting Research and verification for Batlokwa ba Mogodumo: Research and verification Project for the Department of Land Affairs Capricorn District in Limpopo
- Involved in the Public Participation Process and stakeholder engagement for Luvuvhu-Letaba WMA Public Participation Process Department of water and Sanitation
- Project Steering Committee and CLO training for the upgrading from gravel to tar from Shakadza to Muswodi in the Vhembe District in Limpopo Province
- Enhanced team productivity by leading engaging training sessions focused on effective communication strategies.
- Delivered high-quality training sessions (CLO & PSC), ensuring participants developed a thorough understanding of the subject matter.
Site Co-ordinator
National Prosecuting Authority
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Ensuring effective and efficient service delivery
- Coordinating the provision of services at the centre
- Identify resources needed and challenges faced at site and make recommendations
- Keep and manage a database of cases
- Analysis of monthly statistics
- Identify needs and Collaborate in planning and execution of public awareness campaigns
- Provide support to survivors
- Coordinate implementation meetings
- Liaise with partners to deal with challenges at the hospital site
- Coordinate visits by external stakeholders
- Monitoring the adherence to the blueprint by role-players
- Supervised crew of over 7 employees.
- Enhanced team coordination by organizing weekly meetings to discuss project progress and address any challenges.
- Maintained a safe and productive work environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and the center's blue print.
Education
Masters - Social Impact Assessment and Advanced Social Research
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg01.2011
Psychometrics Supervised Practice - Psychology
University of Venda
Thohoyandou01.2005
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Psychology
University of Venda
Thohoyandou01.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Witwatersrand
Johannesburg01.2002
Skills
Facilitation techniques
Strategic planning
Project management
Staff management
References
- Khathutshelo, Tshipala, Project Manager, 011 308 4524, 082 805 7410, Transnet SOC Ltd
- Mavis, Mashashane, SID Manager, 015 291 4236, 082 446 4974, Roads Agency Limpopo
- Tshifhiwa, Matamela, Project Manager, 015 230 1489, 079 745 4296, Eskom Limpopo Operating Unit
Occupation
Public Participation and Stakeholder Engagement
Timeline
Public Participation and Social Facilitator (Stakeholder Engagement)
Mbofoho Consulting and Project Managers
01.2008 - Current
Facilitator/ Senior Researcher
Wa Hadzhi Project Managers
01.2006 - 01.2008
Site Co-ordinator
National Prosecuting Authority
01.2005 - 01.2006
Masters - Social Impact Assessment and Advanced Social Research
University of Johannesburg
Psychometrics Supervised Practice - Psychology
University of Venda
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Psychology
University of Venda
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Witwatersrand
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