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Gugu Ntombela

@guguntombela

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I build trusted client relationships and turn stakeholder needs into coordinated B2B solutions.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking a B2B sales, business development or client acquisition role with structured sales training and development, where I can use a consultative approach to understand client needs, build trust and contribute to sustainable business growth.

I've spent over 15 years building relationships with clients, stakeholders, teams and community organisations across operations, project delivery, education and service delivery.

At HLE Foundation, I supported senior stakeholders and clients through professional communication, coordination, confidential information management and timely follow-through. I kept accurate records and organised competing priorities to support effective decisions and responsive service.

Across African Enterprise and Potter's House, I managed stakeholder relationships, identified needs, coordinated practical responses and communicated progress clearly. My project work required consistent follow-up, resource coordination and the ability to maintain engagement across multiple deadlines.

I'm now bringing this consultative, relationship-led approach into B2B sales, business development and client acquisition, focused on understanding needs, building trust and supporting sustainable growth.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Operations & Executive Support

HLE Foundation

Jan 2022 - Jan 2026 (4 years)

Provided professional communication, coordination, and administrative support to senior stakeholders and clients. Managed confidential information and coordinated communication between parties to ensure follow-through.

Coordination Administrative Support Confidentiality Time Management Record keeping Stakeholder Management

ESL Teacher

International English Teaching Programme

Jan 2020 - Jan 2022 (2 years)

Built strong relationships with students from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds. Adapted communication and presentation styles to individual needs and levels of understanding.

And Presentations Active Listening Relationship Building

Project Coordinator

African Enterprise

Jan 2014 - Jan 2018 (4 years)

Built and maintained positive working relationships with stakeholders, partners, and community members. Communicated programme information clearly and coordinated responses to stakeholder needs.

Stakeholder Engagement Follow up Coordination Reporting Relationship Management

Project Manager

Potter's House

Jan 2010 - Jan 2014 (4 years)

Managed relationships with internal and external stakeholders throughout project activities. Established rapport, identified requirements, and coordinated resources to ensure successful outcomes.

Stakeholder Management Resource Coordination Problem Solving Follow up