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Dumisane Ndlela

@dumisanendlela

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Proactive professional with expertise in project management and governance.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that allows me to leverage my project management skills while fostering community engagement and development.

As a committed and proactive professional, I have dedicated my career to enhancing community development and governance through effective project management and strategic support. With extensive experience in local government operations, I have successfully coordinated youth development services and provided essential support to municipal leadership, ensuring that community needs are met with efficiency and integrity.

My academic background, including a Bachelor of Commerce and a Post Graduate Diploma in Management, complements my practical experience in various roles within the public sector. I have honed my skills in stakeholder engagement, conflict resolution, and legislative compliance, which have been instrumental in promoting democratic processes and fostering positive relationships between municipalities and their constituents.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

District Youth Driver Outreach Officer

KwaZulu – Natal Government Youth Directorate

May 2023 - May 2024 (11 months)

Coordinated decentralized youth development services, rendered career awareness programs, and supported applications for funding and learnerships. Communicated with government departments and reported to the Youth Directorate.

Project Management Communication Community Development Operations Management Public Speaking Database Management

Manager in the Mayor’s Office

Amajuba District Municipality

Aug 2016 - Nov 2021 (5 years 3 months)

Provided strategic support to the Mayor’s Office, advised on policy matters, maintained stakeholder relations, and conducted research on special projects. Assisted in community engagement and conflict resolution.

Policy Development Stakeholder Engagement Conflict Resolution Operations Management Public Speaking Research Community Development

Ward Committee Secretary

Newcastle Municipality

Mar 2006 - Dec 2016 (10 years 9 months)

Liaised with community members, captured meeting minutes, and supported ward council services. Engaged in monitoring community development projects.

Community Engagement Administrative Support Monitoring Communication Skills

Intern

Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs

Apr 2016 - Aug 2016 (4 months)

Supported asset management, risk management, and human resources within the district. Participated in community meetings and coordinated conflict management efforts.

Administrative Support Risk Management Human Resources Management Community Engagement Conflict Resolution

Administrative Assistant

University of South Africa (UNISA) Newcastle Regional Office

Dec 2013 - Dec 2015 (2 years)

Provided administrative support, advised students on career choices, and processed applications for funding. Managed data capturing and document processing.

Administrative Support Data Processing Career Management

Assistant Project Coordinator

Independent Electoral Commission (IEC)

May 2010 - Jun 2012 (2 years 1 month)

Coordinated voter registration and education, trained party agents, and managed electoral programs. Responsible for ballot preparations and vote counting.

Project Coordination Training Public Speaking Communication Skills

Computer Laboratory Assistant

University of South Africa (UNISA) Johannesburg Regional Off

Oct 2006 - Mar 2010 (3 years 5 months)

Managed computer center operations, provided student support, and performed administrative tasks including data capturing and troubleshooting hardware and software.

Computer Literacy Troubleshooting Administration

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

LGSETA

Certificate, Municipal Management

2021 - 2021

Completed a Certificate of competence in Municipal Performance Management Training Programme Managerial Stream.

University of the Witwatersrand

Post Graduate Diploma in Management, Public Development

2020 - 2021

Completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Management in the field of Public Development Sector Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) NQF level 8.

University of Stellenbosch Business School

Certificate, Project Management

2020 - 2020

Completed a 12 weeks certificate in Project Management Principles and Practices, gaining essential project management skills.

National School of Governance

Certificates, Public Service

2020 - 2020

Completed several notional hours certificates in Ethics in the Public Service, Introduction to Strategic Planning and Management, and Writing for Government.