Audrey Sathekge
@audreysathekge
Procurement and contracts leader driving compliance and operational efficiency.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven procurement and contracts professional with over 15 years' experience in international development and grants management, including nine years overseeing portfolios exceeding $800 million.
I specialize in designing competitive contracting processes, ensuring FAR/AIDAR/ADS compliance, and managing cross-border procurement for donor-funded programs such as USAID, PEPFAR, UN, DFAT, and the World Bank.
I've led end-to-end procurement operations, streamlined workflows to reduce processing times, developed sourcing strategies that improved vendor competitiveness, and enhanced audit readiness across Southern Africa.
I mentor junior staff, implement procurement analytics and ERP solutions, and seek opportunities to apply strategic procurement practices to drive cost control, risk mitigation, and program delivery effectiveness.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
USRegional Procurement Specialist
USAID
May 2018 - Jul 2025 (7 years 2 months)
Managed end-to-end procurement for USAID and PEPFAR-funded regional activities, advising on FAR/AIDAR/ADS compliance and reducing procurement processing times through streamlined workflows. Led pre- and post-award administration and mentored junior staff to improve audit readiness across Southern Africa.
USAcquisition & Assistance Agent
USAID
Dec 2016 - Apr 2018 (1 year 4 months)
Supported contracting officers in pre- and post-award procurement for regional programs, drafting requisitions and solicitations, coordinating evaluations, and processing modifications to ensure timely award closeouts.
MHSenior Project Associate
Management Sciences for Health
Nov 2015 - Nov 2016 (1 year)
Led supplier performance evaluations, negotiated vendor contracts, and implemented procurement risk mitigation strategies to optimize delivery and support regional program closeouts in Southern Africa.
MHProject Associate
Management Sciences for Health
Apr 2014 - Nov 2015 (1 year 7 months)
Supported sourcing strategies, contract development, and compliance monitoring while partnering with vendors and project teams to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
MAMANCOSA
Post Graduate Honours Degree, Business Administration
Postgraduate Honours degree in Business Administration from MANCOSA focusing on advanced management and administrative practices.
MAMANCOSA
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from MANCOSA covering fundamental business and management disciplines.
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Location
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