Katekani Bright Mbowane
Assitant Director - Cooperative Governance And Traditional Affairs
Nelspruit
Summary
Dynamic Senior Administration Officer with a proven track record at Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, excelling in organizational leadership and team building. Enhanced interdepartmental communication and streamlined processes, resulting in significant operational cost reductions. Skilled in training and mentoring, fostering a collaborative environment that drives efficiency and quality improvements.
Diligent [Assistant director in Administration] known for streamlining administrative processes and supporting senior management effectively. Successfully managed complex schedules and coordinated large-scale events. Demonstrated organizational and leadership skills to enhance team efficiency and productivity.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Administration Officer
Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
10.2020 - Current
- Improved communication between departments through the establishment of cross-functional teams and regular meetings.
- Enhanced team efficiency by developing and maintaining comprehensive training materials for new hires.
- Streamlined administrative processes by implementing new software and organizational systems.
- Reduced operational costs with thorough budget analysis and strategic resource allocation.
- Collaborated with key stakeholders to identify and deliver quality enhancements.
- Partnered with HR to implement and monitor policies and procedures and recommend changes.
Assistant Director Municipal Outreach and Comm
Bushbuckridge Local Municipality
06.2021 - 01.2023
- Assisted the Director in developing innovative programs to improve students'' academic performance and retention rate.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to enhance educational opportunities for students.
- Coordinated field trips or off-campus activities that promote experiential learning opportunities outside the classroom setting.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies for resolving issues among faculty members or between students.
- Managed department budget to ensure adequate resources for staff development and instructional materials.
Parliamentary Liaison and Protocol
Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
05.2015 - 09.2020
- Acted as the liaison between upper management and staff members, promoting positive working relationships built on trust.
- Served as the primary point of contact, fostering strong relationships between internal teams and external partners.
- Supported organizational growth through active participation in networking events, conferences, and professional associations.
- Maintained a high degree of professionalism at all times, representing the organization with integrity in both internal and external interactions.
- Established effective communication channels between departments by organizing and facilitating cross-functional meetings.
- Improved interdepartmental collaboration with regular team building activities and open forums for discussion.
Junior Regional Analyst
Political Economy of Southren African Countries
03.2017 - 03.2020
- Enhanced team collaboration by providing clear communication of complex findings through visualizations and reports.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
- Improved internal knowledge sharing by developing comprehensive documentation outlining standard operating procedures for various tasks.
- Increased efficiency by streamlining data analysis processes and implementing automation tools.
- Draft and publish weekly and monthly News editorials on the PESA Website.
Regional Project Coordinator
The Electoral Commission
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Streamlined project coordination by implementing efficient communication channels and documentation practices.
- Improved stakeholder satisfaction with consistent progress updates and prompt resolution of concerns.
- Enhanced team collaboration by organizing regular meetings, fostering open communication, and promoting knowledge sharing among team members.
- Mitigated risks by identifying potential issues early on and implementing contingency plans as needed.
- Served as a key liaison between internal teams, stakeholders, vendors, and clients to facilitate smooth project execution.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall project management processes within the organization.
Education
No Degree - Introduction To Policy Formulation And Implementa
National School of Governance
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
Associate of Arts - Human Resources Management
Valencia College- Orlando Florida
Florida, United States 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Political Studies And Public Policy
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Organizational leadership
Timeline
Assistant Director Municipal Outreach and Comm
Bushbuckridge Local Municipality
06.2021 - 01.2023
Senior Administration Officer
Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
10.2020 - Current
Junior Regional Analyst
Political Economy of Southren African Countries
03.2017 - 03.2020
Parliamentary Liaison and Protocol
Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
05.2015 - 09.2020
Regional Project Coordinator
The Electoral Commission
01.2014 - 01.2016
No Degree - Introduction To Policy Formulation And Implementa
National School of Governance
04.2001 -
Associate of Arts - Human Resources Management
Valencia College- Orlando Florida
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Political Studies And Public Policy
University of Cape Town
04.2001 -