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Thobile Thomas

Project Manager
Johannesburg

Summary

Collaborative Project Leader who provides company vision and goals to team members, unifying efforts and driving productivity. Ensures understanding of project members' responsibilities and performance standards. Oversee aspects of project activities and establish collective partnership with department heads to achieve goals and objectives.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
29
29
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Project Leader

KDBS Consulting
Johannesburg
09.2018 - Current
  • Managed team meetings and discussed project's goals and objectives.
  • Observed progress of each project, examined risks and coordinated contingency plans.
  • Adjusted project plans to account for dynamic targets, staffing changes and operational specifications.
  • Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets.
  • Defined responsibilities, duties and roles of each team member.
  • Provided ongoing cost and estimate analysis reporting and managed cost allocation.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop, identify and accomplish assigned goals and objectives.
  • Provided team with coaching and direction.
  • Recruited, hired and supervised resources to staff project team.
  • Developed and followed baseline project plan and milestones for task completion.
  • Developed and trained junior team members by leveraging industry experience to achieve optimal project strategy.
  • Produced quality standards, checklists, report templates and processes.
  • Drove team's execution of quality management throughout the division, improving process effectiveness, cost-effectiveness, resource and process efficiency.
  • Monitored project progress, examined risks and set forth contingency plans.
  • Planned, executed and controlled assigned projects, ensuring work performed complied with contractual requirements.
  • Planned out and executed a total of 300 projects over 15 year period
  • Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on project management principles and techniques for career growth opportunities
  • Achieved project success by efficiently allocating resources and managing schedules

Managing Director

KDBS Consulting
Johannesburg
09.2008 - Current
  • Spearheaded successful business development initiatives aligned with company's strategy and core competencies.
  • Led change and transformation across business areas to deliver benefits and align company resources.
  • Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
  • Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
  • Introduced new methods, practices and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help the company evolve and grow.
  • Monitored sales forecasts and projected financial planning for the organization to achieve revenue goals.
  • Leveraged marketplace trends to create solutions and refine business strategies.
  • Formed strategic partnerships and connected with potential clients to drive business development.
  • Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
  • Developed comprehensive business plans, outlining long-term goals and actionable steps toward success
  • Optimized operational efficiencies, streamlining processes through the introduction of cutting-edge technology
  • Strengthened client relationships with regular communication, timely project delivery, and high-quality services
  • Strengthened stakeholder relationships, providing regular updates and managing expectations through effective communication strategies
  • Enhanced team productivity with implementation of agile methodologies, fostering culture of continuous improvement

Manager

Electoral Institute of Southern Africa (EISA)
Johannesburg
03.2000 - 03.2008
  • A member of the Executive Management Committee responsible for strategic planning and performance management.
  • Response for growth, and strategic development of the Electoral Services Unit. This includes, business development, stakeholder relationships management .
  • Responsible for the provision of independent election management services to labour organisations, political parties, medical schemes, provident funds and other statutory bodies. Have directly and indirectly supervised over 350 projects over a period of 7 years.
  • A delegate to the Carter Centre (Atlanta, Georgia, USA) International Panel responsible for developing standards for monitoring Electronic Voting.
  • A member of the post evaluations teams during the Zimbabwe (2001) and Malawi (2003) national elections.
  • Facilitated intra-party democracy orientation for political parties in Lesotho and Tanzania.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve project goals, fostering collaboration and innovation
  • Negotiated favourable terms with suppliers, cutting operational costs while maintaining the quality of service
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing agile methodologies, leading to more efficient project completion
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics

Education Officer

Congress of South African Trade Unions
East London
03.1998 - 04.2000
  • Facilitated workers’ training and development in areas of economic literacy (macroeconomics), labour laws and related policies (LRA, BCEA, WSP, EEA, HIV/AIDS, Gender policies etc) workplace restructuring.
  • Coordinated labour’s contribution to policy development. Participated directly in the formulation of the Extension of Security of Tenure Act (ESTA), Local Government Restructuring.
  • Responsible for co-coordinating campaigns on gender, unemployment, HIV/Aids, workplace transformation .
  • A labour representative on the Boards of the East London IDZ, Coega Skills Development Sub-Committee, and Department of Labour’s Division responsible for training of the unemployed (responsible for appraisal of funding applications)

Educator

Eastern Cape Department of Education
Johannesburg
02.1996 - 02.1998
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
  • Monitored and assessed understanding of difficult concepts and adjusted lessons accordingly.
  • Organized extracurricular clubs and activities that complemented the academic curriculum and supported student interests.
  • Facilitated a positive learning environment, establishing clear expectations and a supportive classroom culture.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet evolving standards and benchmarks of the education system.
  • Enhanced student critical thinking skills through problem-based learning activities.

Education

High School Diploma -

University of Transkei
Umtata, South Africa
01.1989 - 12.2002

Bachelor of Administrative Studies - Economics And Public Administration

University of South Africa
Pretoria, South Africa
01.2001 - 12.2006

Advanced Diploma in Business Projects Management - Business Project Management

University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa
01.2016 - 12.2022

Certificate in Information Systems Management - Management Information Systems

University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa
01.2017 - 06.2017

Post Graduate Diploma in Project Management - Project Management

University of Stellenbosch
Cape Town South Africa
06.2019 - 02.2021

Skills

Scope Management

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Affiliations

  • A member of the project Management Institute (PMI) South Africa Chapter.
  • An Associate member of Project Management South Africa


Interests

Reading, travelling, music

Timeline

Post Graduate Diploma in Project Management - Project Management

University of Stellenbosch
06.2019 - 02.2021

Project Leader

KDBS Consulting
09.2018 - Current

Certificate in Information Systems Management - Management Information Systems

University of Cape Town
01.2017 - 06.2017

Advanced Diploma in Business Projects Management - Business Project Management

University of Cape Town
01.2016 - 12.2022

Managing Director

KDBS Consulting
09.2008 - Current

Bachelor of Administrative Studies - Economics And Public Administration

University of South Africa
01.2001 - 12.2006

Manager

Electoral Institute of Southern Africa (EISA)
03.2000 - 03.2008

Education Officer

Congress of South African Trade Unions
03.1998 - 04.2000

Educator

Eastern Cape Department of Education
02.1996 - 02.1998

High School Diploma -

University of Transkei
01.1989 - 12.2002

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