Simtembile Mpako
@simtembilempako
I coordinate municipal administration, budgets, projects, and stakeholder communications for strategic delivery.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
At Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality, I support the Head of Directorate with executive administration, programme coordination, and client-ready correspondence.
I manage departmental capital and operational budgets, reconcile accounts on the Solar financial system, and prepare expenditure, fund-availability, forecasting, and budget-variance reports in line with MFMA requirements.
I coordinate meetings, travel, records, events, venues, suppliers, and communications across internal teams and external partners. I also track project milestones and KPIs to help senior management monitor delivery.
Previously, as a Public Relations Intern at Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality, I maintained branding materials and knowledge libraries, updated website content, and supported large-scale events, festivals, webinars, and virtual events.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Administrative Officer
Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality
Oct 2021 - Present (4 years 11 months)
Provide high-level administrative support to the Head of Directorate, manage departmental budgets in compliance with MFMA, and coordinate meetings, travel, and stakeholder communications.
Public Relations Intern
Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality
Sep 2019 - Jul 2021 (1 year 10 months)
Developed internal branding and communication materials, managed knowledge libraries, and supported event coordination and vendor logistics.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Walter Sisulu University
Bachelor of Technology, Public Relations Management
Bachelor of Technology in Public Relations Management, majoring in Public Relations and Communication Science.
University of Zululand
Diploma, Public Relations Management
Grade: Distinction
Diploma in Public Relations Management, majoring in Public Relations and Communication Science, with distinction.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
Skills
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