Thembani Mutele

(Placed at Matoto Technologies)

• Led development of the "Swipe Machine OS," a POS operating system for township economies, using React (TypeScript) and scalable backend services.
• Architected integration of 6+ core service modules (payments, Wi-Fi, surveys, etc.) into a unified device interface.
• Translated Business Requirements Specifications into technical architecture, establishing frontend/backend codebase standards.
• Provided IT support and infrastructure troubleshooting, ensuring reliable device deployment and field operations.

(Placed at Ketelopele Solutions)

• Enhanced database performance by optimizing SQL queries and indexing strategies.
• Optimized database performance through refined SQL queries, stored procedures, and Power BI dashboards.
• Provided 100% spectrum system support, from testing and bug resolution to user training and documentation.
• Key Achievement: Developed and deployed the company's operational website.

• Audited and verified the work of 2 teams: the Matching Team and the Matching Supervisors, ensuring strict adherence to data quality protocols for national census data.
• Conducted systematic quality checks on data matching processes and field operations to ensure national census data integrity.
• Generated and presented quality assurance reports to district management, identifying trends and recommending process improvements.

• Led a team of 2 responsible for critical data-to-people matching operations, ensuring accurate linkage of census records.
• Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
• Evaluated team performance, provided constructive feedback, and managed daily work schedules to meet strict project deadlines.
• Served as the escalation point for complex data matching discrepancies, resolving issues before final submission.

• Led a team of 7 Fieldworkers, achieving 100% household coverage across the assigned enumeration area (approx. 1000 households) ahead of the national deadline.
• Handled conflict resolution among team members to foster a harmonious and productive work environment.
• Coordinated field logistics, resolved operational challenges in real-time, and ensured the complete and timely enumeration of assigned areas.
• Acted as the key liaison between field staff and district coordinators, reporting progress and critical issues.