Thabisa Mandla
Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth),South Africa
Summary
Skilled Administrator highly effective at motivating teams and streamlining operations. Analytical problem solver and persuasive communicator with talent for thinking outside the box for creative solutions. Demonstrates the ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure while excelling in group settings. Proficient in social mobilization, effective communication, and advocating for the integration and inclusion of vulnerable groups. Recognized for being a good listener who respects diverse opinions and fosters collaboration to achieve shared goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Special Programmes Unit Administrator
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality
2013.04 - Current
- Policy analysis which assists in identifying gaps in policy and implementation, development of gender, youth, disability, aged and child rights policy and consultation.
- Conducting public awareness and education for the promotion of mainstreaming youth, aged, disability, gender and children’s rights issues in government programmes; with extensive campaigns associated with national days in the form of Pride and Observance dates, etc.
- Coordinate and facilitate all special sectors related programmes through regular meetings and focal points at all levels
- Develop and update profile of the special sectors and database of all structures and institutions advancing special sectors rights
- Initiate, strengthen and sustain close liaison and networking by actively attending local, provincial, national conferences
- Participating in office programmes and projects including stakeholder engagement and management sessions, assisting the office in coordinating participants, partners, institutions etc.
- Assisting special sectors (Women, children, youth, older persons and people with disabilities) in reviewing and analysing policies
- Facilitating establishment of ward based sector forum structures
- Assisting with procurement processes
- Writing monthly performance reports
- Preparing correspondence, reports and materials for meetings
- Conducting research
- Respond to requests for information from the public, other municipalities, state officials, or state offices
- Process payment of utilized services.
- Represent municipalities at community events or serve as liaisons on community committees
- Plan and direct the maintenance, filing, safekeeping, and computerization of unit documents
Executive Secretary
Business Against Crime Zululand
2007.05 - 2013.03
Personal Assistant to Executive Mayor
Nelson Mandela Municipality
2005.02 - 2006.12
Regional Administrator
African National Congress (PE Regional Office)
1998.01 - 2005.01
- Promoted a positive work culture; increased staff morale.
Education
Foundation Degree in Arts - Health Sciences & Social Sciences, Applied Psychology for Professional Contexts
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Soth Africa 2009.02 - 2014.11
Diploma - Office Administration
Damelin College
South Africa 1999.01 - 2000.01
High School - IsiXhosa, English, Afrikaans, Biology, Mathematics, Physical Science
Mpambani Mzimba High School
Alice, Eastern Cape 1985.01 - 1989.11
Skills
- Leadership and facilitation
- Presentation delivery
- Skills development coordination
- Report writing
- Team collaboration
- Social mobilization
- Active listening and respect
- Effective communication
- Advocacy for inclusion
PERSONAL INFORMATION
IsiXhosa
IsiZulu
English
Afrikaans
REFERENCES
- Pumla, Malebogo-Msikinya, Former Director: Special Programmes Unit, 0826954500, Office of the Premier
- Mabhuti, Dano, Coordinator: Special Programmes Unit, 0794900883, Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality
- Thembani, Gqiba, Director, 0817545508, DOXA Family Care (NPO)
- Mxolisi, Jack, Reverend, 0631359497, Throne of Grace Community Baptist Church, Zwide, Gqeberha
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
A leader in a community church, Involved in a few community development projects [ food garden, soup kitchen, supporting children at rehab centre, ANC Unit and branch Secretary], Volunteered in the running of a shelter for people living in the streets during the hard Lockdown due to Covid19 at Walmer Town Hall, Personally donated school clothing for a learner who lost a mother in 2019, Personally donated Christmas clothing for children with disabilities at Siyaphambili Project in Walmer (2018 & 2019), Volunteered in youth development programmes for Scripture Union in Richards Bay and surroundings. (2011- 2013), Involved in church-initiated community development programs in Richards Bay.
Timeline
Special Programmes Unit Administrator
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality
2013.04 - Current
Foundation Degree in Arts - Health Sciences & Social Sciences, Applied Psychology for Professional Contexts
University of South Africa (UNISA)
2009.02 - 2014.11
Executive Secretary
Business Against Crime Zululand
2007.05 - 2013.03
Personal Assistant to Executive Mayor
Nelson Mandela Municipality
2005.02 - 2006.12
Diploma - Office Administration
Damelin College
1999.01 - 2000.01
Regional Administrator
African National Congress (PE Regional Office)
1998.01 - 2005.01
High School - IsiXhosa, English, Afrikaans, Biology, Mathematics, Physical Science
Mpambani Mzimba High School
1985.01 - 1989.11