TAWANDA KASEKE
Gauteng
Summary
Project Manager versed in all aspects of project and personnel management. Results-oriented and high-energy professional with talent for leading by example and inspiring peak performance. Dedicated to fostering strong effective team relationships.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager (Stakeholder Relations & Campaigns)
CORRUPTION WATCH
03.2020 - Current
- Spearheaded the development of project planning tools and communication plans, ensuring all cross-functional teams were aligned with project requirements and deadlines, resulting in a 15% improvement in on-time delivery.
- Orchestrated the implementation of digital whistleblowing platforms, coordinating with the reports team to translate whistleblower data into key research outputs and published op-eds.
- Managed donor satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle by facilitating change requests and preparing detailed status reports, ensuring budget and schedule adherence.
- Led post-project evaluations to identify successful factors and areas for improvement, successfully integrating lessons learned into future project frameworks.
- Oversaw ERP system projects and published organizational reports, including articles for Daily Maverick and Engineering News, enhancing public engagement.
- Coordinated the development of user manuals and training materials for new whistleblowing systems, ensuring seamless turnover to internal teams and external clients.
- Facilitated high-level meetings with government and civil society stakeholders, drafting minutes and summary notes to drive follow-up actions and maintain project momentum.
- Successfully launched a national whistleblower platform that increased public reports by 40% within the first year.
- Authored and published 5+ research reports and op-eds that influenced policy discussions on corporate transparency in South Africa.
Business Project Manager
FBM SYSTEMS
Johannesburg
07.2018 - 12.2019
- Directed the review and quality assurance of software applications, providing strategic recommendations for improvement that enhanced product functionality.
- Managed end-to-end business projects, coordinating sales, purchasing, and distribution to optimize operational costs and achieve customer acquisition targets.
- Championed client support and training initiatives, ensuring adherence to the South African Consumer Protection Act and maintaining high customer service standards.
- Coached and developed staff, identifying training needs and motivating teams to exceed performance targets while enforcing company policies and procedures.
- Generated and tracked leads, providing regular performance reports to senior management to refine sales strategies and improve conversion rates.
- Maintained in-depth knowledge of market trends and competitor activities, feeding insights back into product development and marketing strategies.
- Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Increased client retention by 25% through the implementation of a structured post-implementation support and training program.
- Streamlined cross-departmental coordination (sales, purchasing, warehousing), reducing operational costs by 10% annually.
Finance and Procurement Officer
Regional Psychosocial Support Institute (REPSSI)
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Ensured strict adherence to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) while preparing payments, reconciling invoices, and managing creditor/debtor accounts.
- Developed comprehensive procurement plans for new projects and managed the preferred supplier database, streamlining the bidding process across multiple countries.
- Supported the Regional Finance Manager with VAT/PAYE processing and produced detailed financial reports, including qualitative and quantitative evaluations.
- Maintained the fixed asset register and assisted in the preparation of financial statements, contributing to a clean annual audit.
- Managed and recorded petty cash transactions, ensuring accurate reconciliation and adherence to organizational financial policies.
- Supported the preparation of financial statements and donor reports, ensuring compliance with both regulatory requirements and donor funding agreements.
- Successfully coordinated the annual procurement plan across 5 countries, consolidating supplier databases and achieving a 15% cost saving on regional contracts.
- Played a key role in preparing financial documentation that contributed to a 100% audit success rate during tenure.
Donor/Client Relations Officer
AFRIKA TIKKUN
Johannesburg
06.2015 - 01.2017
- Managed portfolio of high-value donor profiles, conducting screenings and reviews to uphold ethical standards.
- Increased donor engagement by 30% through targeted communication strategies and personalized stewardship.
- Supervised client data capture on Salesforce CRM, ensuring integrity for effective monitoring and evaluation.
- Supported grant-making process from application submission to contracting, ensuring compliance and timely reporting.
- Successfully managed submission of over 10 grant applications, securing funding for key youth development programs.
- Produced ad-hoc reports and joint press releases monthly, quarterly, and annually to enhance transparency.
Education
Bachelor of Public Administration and Management -
University of Free State
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management -
Regent Business School
Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management -
Management School of South Africa
Skills
- Project Management
- Planning & Scheduling
- Risk Management
- Quality Management
- ERP Project Oversight
- Monitoring & Evaluation
- Post-Project Evaluation
- Data Analysis
- Impact Assessment
- Performance Reporting
- Financial & Donor Management
- Budget Control
- Cross-functional Team Leadership
- Stakeholder & Donor CommunicatioN
- Strategic & Analytical
- Research
- Risk Analysis
Certification
- Certified Project Manager, Project Management South Africa, 06/01/17
- Golden Key International Honour Society, 04/01/19
- Moshal Scholarship Recipient, 04/01/25
Additional Information
Certified Project Manager - Project Management South Africa, Golden Key International Honour Society, Moshal Scholarship Recipient
References
- Kavisha Pillay, Head of Stakeholders Relations & Campaigns, 0784905540, kavisha@code-sa.org, CorruptionWatch
- Andrew Mbewe, Founder & Director, 0822216520, andrew@fbmsys.com, FBM Systems
- Jacquline Majawala, Regional Finance Manager, 0731703588, jmajawala@gmail.com, Regional Psychosocial Institute
- Lezyl Buckley, Marketing & Campaigns Manager, Afrika Tikkun, 0834263632, Lezlb@afrikatikkun.org / lezl@lbcreativestudios.co.za
Visa Reference
JHZ 34827/2025/TRV
Timeline
Project Manager (Stakeholder Relations & Campaigns)
CORRUPTION WATCH
03.2020 - Current
Business Project Manager
FBM SYSTEMS
07.2018 - 12.2019
Finance and Procurement Officer
Regional Psychosocial Support Institute (REPSSI)
01.2017 - 06.2018
Donor/Client Relations Officer
AFRIKA TIKKUN
06.2015 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Public Administration and Management -
University of Free State
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management -
Regent Business School
Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management -
Management School of South Africa