Moleko Mda

Senior Project Manager with 20+ years of experience in project delivery, strategy, reporting, and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in project management across strategy, budgeting, implementation, and monitoring. Skilled in stakeholder engagement and relationship building, strategic planning, and reporting. Led socio-economic development and sustainability initiatives across consulting, banking, and food sectors, managing budgets and compiling annual reports.

Consultant - Cliqers Consultancy - Pretoria

(2024-01)

• Developed and implemented a Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) strategy that aligned with business needs and targets, enhancing organizational impact.
• Facilitated Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) initiatives, fostering strong relationships with external partners to drive successful outcomes.
• Conducted comprehensive monitoring and evaluation of the Employment Equity Implementation Plan (EEIP), utilizing analytical skills to ensure effective program delivery and sustainability.

Senior Project Manager - EgoVentures - Johannesburg

(2021-09 - 2023-12)

• Led full-cycle project management initiatives, ensuring strategic planning, monitoring, and implementation aligned with organizational objectives.
• Managed project budgets effectively, tracking expenditures and optimizing resource allocation for high-impact outcomes.
• Compiled comprehensive annual reports, utilizing advanced Microsoft Office skills to present complex data clearly to stakeholders.
• Engaged with stakeholders to foster strong relationships, facilitating communication and collaboration across diverse teams.

Social Sustainability Coordinator - Land and Agricultural Bank - Pretoria

(2013-01 - 2016-05)

• Developed and implemented strategic policies that aligned with broader organizational objectives, enhancing social sustainability initiatives.
• Monitored and reported on program outcomes, utilizing data to inform decision-making and improve project effectiveness.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure accountability and quality focus in project management, fostering stakeholder engagement throughout the process.

Specialist in Policy Research - Land and Agricultural Bank - Pretoria

(2009-10 - 2012-12)

• Coordinated development research projects, applying strong analytical skills to ensure data-driven outcomes and effective project management.
• Managed the research department's budget, demonstrating operational awareness and aligning financial resources with strategic objectives.
• Engaged with diverse stakeholders, fostering relationships and enhancing communication to influence policy outcomes.

Assistant Specialist: Agricultural Information Management - Land and Agricultural Bank - Pretoria

(2003-06 - 2009-12)

• Conducted research analysis to gather and interpret data, enhancing decision-making processes within the organization.
• Produced clear and concise reports and presentations, effectively communicating complex information to diverse audiences.

Graduate Intern - Land and Agricultural Bank - Pretoria

(2002-02 - 2003-05)

• Executed data capturing tasks to support research initiatives, enhancing the accuracy of information for analysis.
• Edited reports to ensure clarity and coherence, effectively communicating complex ideas to diverse audiences.

Certificate - Financial Management - Milpark Education (2015-03 - 2016-11) Johannesburg

Certificate - Project Management - University of South Africa (2007-02 - 2007-12) Pretoria

Bachelor of Arts Honours - Development Studies - University of Johannesburg (2000-07 - 2001-12) Johannesburg

Bachelor of Arts - Education - Walter Sisulu University (1992-02 - 1996-12) Mthatha