I am a dedicated and skilled Project Manager with 9 years of impactful leadership in driving social change and fostering collaboration. Specializing in youth development, conflict mediation, and negotiation, I have led projects focusing on youth identity, gender justice, and anti-racism in post-apartheid South Africa. My expertise lies in stakeholder engagement, policy analysis, and community relationship building. Known for developing and implementing community engagement strategies, I have a proven track record of delivering positive change.Currently, I serve as a Project Manager at the Institute for Justice and Reconciliation, where I lead the conceptualization of theme-specific projects, conduct research on social justice and reconciliation issues, and develop methodologies and training toolkits to support community development workers. My role involves managing project budgets, coordinating activities, and fostering relationships with community leaders, organizations, and government agencies. I also supervise and train activists and leaders in dialogue facilitation techniques and peace negotiation strategies.Previously, I worked as a Research Assistant at the Catholic Parliamentary Liaison Office, where I developed and executed comprehensive marketing strategies and campaigns, led a high-performing marketing team, and oversaw market research to identify emerging trends and customer needs.I hold an Honours Degree in Political Studies from the University of the Western Cape and have completed additional training in transmedia storytelling, the creative economy, and various facilitation methodologies. My skills include adaptability, analytical thinking, budgeting and financial management, communication, conflict resolution, customer service, critical thinking, decision making, effective time management, Microsoft Office, leadership, risk management, strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, reporting, data analysis, political theory, project scheduling, and procurement and contract management.I am committed to delivering projects that make a difference and promote positive change. I look forward to connecting with like-minded professionals who share this vision. I am committed to delivering projects that make a real difference and promote positive change, and I look forward to connecting with like-minded professionals who share this vision. I am dedicated to delivering projects that make a difference and promote positive change. Let's connect and explore opportunities to drive impact together!
Listed skills include Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Management, and 8 others.
