Yanga Fesi
@yangafesi
Project Administrator and Business Analysis professional improving delivery through governance and coordination.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am an enthusiastic and dedicated professional with an Honours degree in Public Management and Governance, specializing in Public Administration, with over 11 years in administration and coordination, customer service-related roles, and research experience.
Over the years, I have developed strengths in analytical thinking, planning and organizing, problem-solving, record and time management, and communication—supported by knowledge of Batho Pele principles, the Constitution of South Africa, and Public Service Acts and Regulations.
In my current role as Msikaba Bridge Project Administrator (SMEC, January 2020 – Present), I coordinate project activities and produce status reports, manage stakeholder contact directories, support project governance, and facilitate community mobilization throughout the project lifecycle.
I also contribute to portfolio administration by maintaining the central document repository for reviews and audits, monitoring monthly PLC claims, managing authorisations schedules and invoices, and supporting Quality Assurance by preparing for audits—while my Business Analysis certificate expands my work in business process management, solution scoping, and strategy analysis.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Student Support Administrator
National Student Financial Aid Scheme
Jul 2017 - May 2018 (10 months)
Coordinated student support and administration by taking minutes, transcribing documents, scanning/printing files, and capturing attendance and leave records. Provided customer service support by assisting students with online applications, maintaining databases, and delivering accurate statistics aligned with NSFAS policies and procedures.
Administration Assistant
Gauteng Department of Education
Feb 2016 - Jan 2017 (11 months)
Supported district and head office coordinators with administrative tasks including electronic and manual data capture, writing project status reports, and consolidating district/region statistics. Managed diary and meeting scheduling, liaised with district offices for school project support, and maintained worker attendance, paysheets, contracts, and requisitions for office audits.
Student Advisor
Education First
Jun 2014 - Feb 2015 (8 months)
Advised and supported international students with their English curriculum by tracking progress, updating the student database, and capturing performance information. Conducted research to improve student engagement and ensured learners were up to date with learning schedules and submission timelines.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Johannesburg
Bachelor of Arts, Politics
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Politics at the University of Johannesburg.
University of Johannesburg
Bachelor of Arts, Public Management and Governance
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Public Management and Governance at the University of Johannesburg.
University of Johannesburg
Honours Degree in Public Management and Governance, Public Administration
Earned an Honours degree in Public Management and Governance, specializing in Public Administration.
Tshwane University of Technology
NDip, Public Finance and Accounting
Completed an NDip in Public Finance and Accounting at Tshwane University of Technology.
George Randell High School
Grade 12, Secondary Education
Completed Grade 12 at George Randell High School.
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
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Skills
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