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Ashburn, Va, Us

Ashburn, Va, Us

Pretoria, Gauteng, Za

I direct globally distributed teams of SMEs-Subject Matter Experts to orchestrate and deliver complex Data Center, Cloud, and IoT-Internet of Things programs across multiple time zones and geographies empowering my customers to excel in their core business.• Achieved 80% higher growth of global Data Center, Cloud, and IoT portfolio than predecessor in just 2 years.• Through my strong technical engagement collaborate with cross-functional internal, vendor, and customer teams to execute complex IoT solutions scaling edge computing, and establish 12 million end-points YoY.• Established Azure DevOps, AI - Artificial Intelligence, ML-Machine Learning, smart predictive analytics, and powerful agile project management tools increased MVP (Minimum Viable Product) delivery by 40% in 6 months.• Build long-term team, customer, and stakeholder relationships on respect, integrity, accountability, trust, and transparency boosted customer experience by 90% and maintain 95% satisfaction index YoY.

Midrand, Gauteng, Za

Spearheaded Data Center, Cloud, and IoT-Internet of Things projects and programs through the challenging and highly competitive COVID-19 pandemic directing globally distributed teams of SMEs-Subject Matter Experts to deliver optimal customer experience.• Commissioned 2 build-to-suit Data Centers in under 6 months within the remaining budget, prioritized and delivered all critical tasks satisfied OPR (Owners Project Requirements) MVP (Minimum Viable Product).• Spearheaded 2-week agile sprints, Azure DevOps, GitHub, and AI-Artificial Intelligence (ML-Machine Learning, Deep Learning, NPL, AGI, automation, etc.) reduced SDLC-Software Development Life Cycle by 50% within 1 year.• Established open-source ML-Machine Learning tools such as Skikit-learn; TensorFlow; PyTorch, smart analytics, and automation increased SCM-Supply Chain Management efficiency by 70%.

Centurion, Gauteng, Za

Orchestrated complex Data Center, Cloud, and Digital Transformation Programs across all Digital platforms directing globally distributed cross-functional teams of SMEs (Subject Matter Experts) through multiple time zones to produce optimal customer experience met all KPIs YoY.• Directed 2 greenfield Data Centers and 4 Mission Critical Infrastructure Facility builds achieved product roadmap in 2/5 years.• Completed 4 major Digital Transformation programs building 5 Digital Channels from the ground up contributing directly to $25 billion Group revenue in 2021.• Established agile 2-week sprints, Cloud, DevOps, and GitHub supported by other powerful AI-artificial intelligence, smart analytics, and automation tools increased software development MVP (Minimum Viable Product) delivery by 50% in 6 months.

Midrand, Gauteng, Za

Management of numerous ICT programs aligned with Vodacom's strategic objectives. Part of various converged voice, data and IT initiatives in both the private and public sector. Extensively involved in mentorship and coaching programs to assist subordinates to grow their business responsibilities and careers. Researched, developed and implemented project policies, procedures and governance methods.Manage and deliver ICT solutions, using agile and scrum, collaborating with various sales, business and technical teams, enabling Vodacom’s vision to become a leading digital company.• Increased sales opportunities 85% via facilitating and driving collaborative sessions with cross-functional partners using product development, trend analysis and proof of concepts (POCs). • Lead, develop and present material to clients as part of sales and tender processes securing early opportunities and deliver presented solutions, meeting and exceeding client expectations.• Build agile teams to deliver solutions enabling the acceleration of client service delivery.• Establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders using competent communication skills.• Via agile, inspire, support and empower teams to deliver innovative and scalable solutions.• Using strong written and verbal skills, compile and present project reports to executives and other stakeholders forming key inputs to critical decisions.• Reduced project slippage 100% using Microsoft Projects to track and monitor milestones and risks.

Nation Diploma Engineering: Computer Systems, Computer Engineering

Bachelor Of Technology - Btech, Information Technology

Master'S Degree, Information Technology