Nomfundo Sibeko

Highly disciplined and results-driven professional with over 3 years' experience leading multi-stakeholder programmes focused on youth and/or aspiring teacher development, educator support, professional learning, and community impact. Proven track record in project coordination, stakeholder engagement, programme implementation, facilitation, and team leadership within education and nonprofit environments. Experienced in managing interns, facilitating partnerships with schools and other stakeholders, coordinating training and development initiatives, and ensuring programme accountability through reporting.

Skilled in driving collaborative initiatives that strengthen learning outcomes, professional growth, and community participation. Brings strong operational planning, relationship management, facilitation, and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate complex programmes in dynamic environments. Passionate about creating safe, inclusive, and development-focused spaces that empower young people, educators, and communities while aligning programme delivery with organisational strategy and measurable impact.

Workplace & Education Facilitator at Freelance (2024-01 – Present)

• Designing and facilitating customised leadership development, professional learning, and team-building workshops for schools and organisations.
• Leading interactive training sessions focused on collaboration, communication, trust-building, and professional growth.
• Partnering with clients to identify organisational needs and align workshop outcomes with strategic objectives.
• Facilitating reflective and solutions-focused discussions that strengthen participant engagement and programme effectiveness.
• Compiling facilitation reports and recommendations to support continuous improvement and long-term impact.
• Adapting facilitation approaches for diverse audiences across education, nonprofit development sectors

Lesson Observations (Part-Time) at GLOBAL TEACHERS INSTITUTE (GTI) | SERVICE PROVIDER (2024-09 – 2024-12)

• Conducted structured lesson observations for intern teachers and provided developmental feedback to strengthen instructional practice and learner engagement.
• Maintained accurate programme documentation, reports, and observation records aligned with organisational standards.
• Ensured timely reporting and communication with programme stakeholders regarding intern development and progress.
• Supported quality assurance processes by monitoring programme implementation against agreed standards and expectations.
• Demonstrated professionalism, accountability, and confidentiality in all stakeholder interactions.

Project Manager / Mentor at KHANYISA INANDA SEMINARY COMMUNITY PROJECTS (KICP) (2022-01 – 2023-12)

• Led and managed internship support programmes involving 18 teacher interns in 2022 and 25 teacher interns in 2023 across multiple schools and online learning platforms.
• Coordinated programme implementation, scheduling, communication, and ongoing support to ensure successful delivery across different educational contexts.
• Designed and facilitated professional development workshops focused on instructional practice, digital learning, mentorship, and educator growth.
• Conducted lesson observations and provided coaching and developmental feedback to improve programme quality and participant performance.
• Compiled programme reports, progress updates, and stakeholder communication for funders, leadership teams, and programme partners.
• Built and maintained strong working relationships with school leaders, mentors, programme staff, and external stakeholders.
• Organised educational summits, workshops, and learning events that promoted collaboration and professional engagement.
• Supported digital learning initiatives by training participants on educational technology platforms and online engagement tools.
• Contributed to continuous programme improvement through reflection, feedback collection, and collaborative problem-solving.

Regional Schools Coordinator at GLOBAL TEACHERS INSTITUTE (GTI) (2020-05 – 2021-12)

• Supervised and mentored a team of 15–18 teacher interns, supporting performance management, professional growth, and programme participation.
• Planned and facilitated weekly professional development sessions focused on teaching practice, collaboration, communication, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinated relationships with schools, mentors, educators, and external partners to strengthen programme implementation and stakeholder engagement.
• Conducted classroom observations and delivered constructive feedback to improve teaching effectiveness and programme outcomes.
• Collaborated with regional coordinators and partner organisations to share best practices and strengthen operational effectiveness.
• Assisted with programme administration, reporting, scheduling, and communication to ensure smooth programme delivery.

Bachelor of Education in Senior & FET Phase – University of South Africa (UNISA) (2020)

National Senior Certificate in Grade 12 – Sivananda Technical High School (2009)