Maniki Goodstaff Rapuleng
GOVERNANCE & DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST | ATTORNEY | COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT LEADER | AI & RULE OF LAW ADVOCATE
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About
I am a governance and development specialist and attorney focused on strengthening institutional accountability and improving service delivery in South Africa. I lead community-driven programmes that connect law, public policy, and socio-economic transformation, with a strong emphasis on youth development, digital economy initiatives, and ethical AI aligned to human rights and the rule of law. I coordinate multi-stakeholder partnerships, manage programme delivery, and support organisational performance through structured planning, monitoring and evaluation, and risk-aware implementation.
I have delivered projects ahead of schedule by up to two weeks and increased programme reach and funding support by 30% through improved stakeholder coordination.
Experience
Coordinator at Khathdrada foundation (2023-01 – 2024-12)
Coordinated community development programmes and organisational initiatives, ensuring effective planning, stakeholder engagement, and delivery aligned to the foundation’s mission. Managed programme implementation with a focus on governance, compliance, and measurable outcomes, while strengthening partnerships across community structures and civil society organisations.
- Increased programme reach and funding support by 30% through improved stakeholder coordination and engagement
- Led and supervised a multidisciplinary team of 8 members to deliver key community projects and governance-related activities
- Delivered projects ahead of schedule by up to 2 weeks through improved planning, task allocation, and execution controls
- Strengthened partnerships with community stakeholders and civil society organisations to improve continuity and community ownership
- Improved operational workflows, resulting in faster decision-making and more consistent service delivery
Education
Diploma in Business management – E leaning college (2023-01)
Diploma in Human resources – E leaning college (2023-01)
Diploma in Leadership and management – E leaning college (2023-01)
Degree in AI and the rule of law 5: safeguarding human rights in the age of AI – Leaning hub (2024-10)
