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 nine years managing procurement portfolios exceeding USD 800 million across complex, multi-country environments.
I specialise in commercial sourcing, contract structuring and regulatory compliance, delivering value-for-money outcomes across donor-funded and private-sector–aligned programmes. My experience includes USAID, PEPFAR, UN, DFAT and World Bank portfolios, with strong capability in FAR/AIDAR/ADS compliance, cross-border procurement and contract risk management.
I have led end-to-end procurement and contract lifecycles, designing competitive tender processes that increased supplier competition by up to 30% and reduced procurement lead times by 25–35%. Through process optimisation, analytics and ERP-enabled controls, I have strengthened audit readiness, improved spend visibility and supported clean audits with zero material procurement findings across Southern Africa.
I bring a strategic, commercially minded approach to procurement—mentoring teams, strengthening supplier performance and applying data-driven insights to drive cost control, risk mitigation and effective programme or business deliver
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
ACAmilak Training Centre
CIPS Level 4, Procurement & Supply Chain
2025 -
Activities and societies: Procurement & Supply Chain qualification that is offered by the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply
The CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply is a vocationally-oriented, professional qualification awarded by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS). It’s recognised globally and regulated in many countries (including UK, Africa, Middle East, etc.), and is considered the first major professional milestone on the pathway toward full Chartered Membership (MCIPS).
MAMANCOSA
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from MANCOSA covering fundamental business and management disciplines.
MAMANCOSA
Post Graduate Honours Degree, Business Administration
Postgraduate Honours degree in Business Administration from MANCOSA focusing on advanced management and administrative practices.
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