Hazel Sibanda Email & Phone Number

United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates

Startup Genome is the world-leading innovation ecosystem development organization, having worked with more than 160 economic and innovation ministries and public/private agencies in over 55 countries. We work to catalyze startup success and ecosystem growth and ensure that all cities and countries capture their fair share of the new economy.Our evidence-based ecosystem research, advisory, and scaleup programs are rooted in global experience with the world's largest Al-curated startup dataset and proprietary instruments developed from over a decade of primary research.🚀 Startup Genome’s Hypergrowth is a global initiative aimed at accelerating next-gen scaleups from emerging markets, helping them scale internationally and accelerate towards multi-billion-dollar IPOs and exits!

United Arab Emirates

🏆 Winner - “Technology & Innovation Enabler of the Year" Entrepreneur Middle East, Tech Innovation Awards #2022. (Nov 2022)🏆Awarded the AcceleratorsX Award 2022 - CSR Initiative in Technology at #GITEX2022 (Oct 2022)🎯 -Developed & implemented the full SAIA 2022 & SAIA 2023 Acceleration & Ecosystem Building Program at no cost to the company.🎯 - Strategised & executed an international startup call-out that attracted a record +1650 (SAIA ‘22) & +4200 (SAIA ‘23) quality applications, in just 2 months, exceeding many established international accelerators and more than tripling our targets.🎯- Attracted Tech & Innovative Startups from +75 countries (drew the attention of the Brazilian President H.E. #JairBolsonaro, who tweeted about SAIA2022 encouraging Brazilian startups to apply, committing 20 startups to SAIA '22)🎯- Secured partnerships with 3 of the Big 5 Tech companies in the world as some of our strategic partners #Google #IntelCorporation #AmazonAWS🎯- Set & conducted a rigorous filtering, evaluation, selection process & jury team, which I was part of - jury made up of industry experts, investors & successful entrepreneurs.🎯- Secured partnerships with government ministries: Min. of Climate Change & Environment & Min. of Industry & Advanced Technology.🎯- Secured Mentors & Advisors - for this cohort from #Shell #Intel #MohammedBinRashidSpaceCenter #SharjahFDIOffice #GeneralMotors #Sheraa #Ruwad #VentureCapitalists #Inventors #AdvancedIndustryExperts & more.🎯Planned & executed successful Investor Days & Demo Days with +200 attendees, comprised of select VCs, Angel investors, Family Offices, representatives from the Ruler’s Office, CVCs, Banking sector, & industry experts; showcasing the finalists' pitches & exhibitions.🎯Lead the organization of high-level events for the park- content curation, securing local & international speakers, as well as moderating & speaking at webinars, business breakfasts, investor events, and demo days.

United Arab Emirates

🎯 -Maintained effective control of business operations & partnerships for a rewards app for start-ups, entrepreneurs & businesses in the UAE.🎯 -In my first 2 months I managed to facilitate two major partnership deals with a government resource hub and an international customer rewards company. 🎯 -Worked closely with internal and external partners to increase awareness of company products and deliver incremental revenue🎯 -Planned, executed and lead communication with partners on behalf of the company🎯 -Developed long-term partnerships with the assigned accounts for the benefit of both companies🎯 -Formulated and implemented an account penetration, management and growth plan that maximised sales and profits🎯 -Developed performance targets for key stakeholders.🎯 -Developed and maintained partner dashboard, tracking revenue, key initiatives and growth opportunities.

South Africa

🎯 -Spearheaded the UNWomen - He4She South Africa Campaign (driving men and boys’ engagement in gender equality).🎯-Led Executive Leadership Training & Coaching Project migration to digital platforms and online Learning Management System. 🎯 -Produced Weekly Africa Market Analysis & Reporting for @Bill&MelindaGatesFoundation & #TalbotMining.🎯- Fundraised ZAR600K for a Gender-Based Violence Awareness south African short film from #OldMutual & #DepartmentOfJusticeSA🎯- Outlined work plans, determining resources, generated initial budget as part of project scope for the projects.🎯- Produced financial and narrative reports, updating all stakeholders and leaders on progress and roadblocks.🎯- Advised upper management on technology tools, marketing, and design.🎯- Analysed and then effectively strategized in regard to business goals, deadlines, schedules, budgets, needed resources, and team member coordination.🎯- Compiled clear, engaging, and artful presentations, reports, and proposals for internal upper management, partners, and stakeholders/customers.🎯-Communicated with, coached, and coordinated project employees.

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

🎯 -A supplier and distribution company of an extensive range of high quality #greencleaning solutions which offer superior value for money, backed by international certifications.🎯 -A journey of finding new ways to do things better.Follow us on:LinkedIn/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram: @hazechems

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

🎯- Led on delivering on projects and events to varied clients. e.g. EY, Johnson & Johnson, Proctor & Gamble, SAMPNode & International Monetary Fund (IFC), LeaderEx etc.🎯- Developed a database management program, leading the team in meeting all project deadlines.🎯- Identified and communicated problems timeously to management, leading to a marked increase in client satisfaction as measured by feedback and project surveys.🎯- Contract negotiations with consultants and vendors.🎯- Budgeted effectively, saving +US$10,000 in overall project costs for a time sensitive project.🎯- Compilation of up to date, Africa analysis features, with emphasis on Mozambique & Southern Africa for the client (some of the weekly features attached, full features available on request).🎯- Compilation of narrative and financial reports, presentations and proposals🎯- Contributed to a Business Case by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) in collaboration with WEConnect International in South Africa.🎯- Managed execution with follow through on all events🎯- Management of digital marketing projects as well as content management solution tools.

South Africa

🏆 Finalist #CartierWomensInitiative Awards 2010🎯- Devised, deployed and monitered processes to boost long-term business success.🎯- Oversaw day to day business operations by fostering deep professional relationships with partners clients and funders.🎯- Developed and cultivated lucrative relationships with both new and existing clients through effective communication and exaplary interpersonal skills.🎯- Provided high level operations, projects, grants, administration & general office management.🎯- Updated employee handbooks training manuals and policy documents.🎯- Implemented social media marketing strategies to increase business🎯- Supported with financial & projects management through ATLAS, ASANA & Trello improving processes and teamwork 🎯- Organised and followed through schedules, calendars, travel arrangements, meetings, workshops, document coordination, electronic requisitions and payment requests for the CEO, processing travel and daily subsistence allowances, particularly of the executives.🎯- Handled extensive travel arrangements, meeting schedules, rsvp’s, visa processing, flights,accommodation, transport arrangements, making sure they run smoothly🎯- Lead on purchasing, logistics, inventory, communication and co-ordination.🎯- On-boarded new staff, processing contracts, leave and overseeing all interns.🎯- Planned and executed regional & international meetings; scheduling, coordinating, minute writing and reporting (*some of the reports Icontributed on attached below, full reports available on request)

Pretoria Area, South Africa

🎯- Drew out work plans, determined resources, and generated the centre budget and scope for the project.🎯- Prepared and presented periodic reports to Foundation management and attended bi-weekly Foundation meetings, updating all stakeholders and executives on progress and roadblocks.🎯- Advised the Foundation management on technology tools, marketing and design.🎯- Analysed and then effectively strategised in regard to business goals, deadlines, schedules, budgets, needed resources and team member coordination.🎯- Ensured cordial relations between Regional Learning Centre and W.K. Kellogg Africa Program across operations and programming.🎯- Prepared and managed all correspondence and documents, and acted as key resource in the compilation, organisation, utilisation and communication of information and knowledge.

Pretoria Area, South Africa

🎯- Provided support for programming and administrative work by supporting Program Managers, Program Directors and the Regional Director.🎯- Provided high-level administrative support, including preparing detailed periodic reports, handling all day to day correspondence, attending to all enquiries and scheduling meetings.🎯- Supervised the Program Director’s calendar and travel planning & arranging.🎯- Ensured clear communication from the executive to project teams.🎯- Coordinated executive off-sites and other events for up to +800 staff, grantees, partners, from the 7 (seven) countries the Foundation supported in Africa.🎯- Grants management and maintenance; Reviewed and assessed narrative and financial reports from grantees, and gave detailed feedback to the team.🎯- Followed up on deliverables from consultants and processing payment🎯- Pursued and participated in on-going training and development opportunities.

South Africa

🎯 -Led as Project Liaison for the External Program & Management Review (EPMR) for FARA🎯- Working with Mr. Jacob N QUAYE, Consultant Administrator,Biosciences Eastern and Central Africa (BecA) & International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI); Prof Mandivamba Rukuni, W. Kellogg Foundation Africa Programs Regional Director; Prof Nuhu Hatibu, Regional Coordinator ICRISAT-Nairobi; Dr. George Otim NAPE; Dr Michel P. Sedogo, INERA/CNRST; Ms. Oona Mwanyama, Principal Development Consultant, iSineke Development & FARA Head Office, NEPAD & Agricultural Research Council (ARC)🎯 -Handled all:- Event & Logistics management; - Editing and layout of the final report; - Project finance management

South Africa

🎯- Kept up to date employee records, post job openings, and set up interviews for applicants.🎯- Assisted the benefits department with monthly reports for eligible employees🎯- Processed appointments, terminations, leave, medical aid, etc. for employees on SAP HR; SAPPurchasing for HR Team🎯- Assisted in maintaining optimal staffing levels by tracking vacancies and informed HR Consultants to start the recruitment and interview processes to identify qualified candidates.🎯- Assisted in verifying and investigating employment claims.🎯- Set up meetings for the General Manager, Human Resources Manager and HR Consultants.🎯- Kept and updated the team diaries🎯- Set up material for interview assessments and disciplinary hearings;🎯- Assisted and stood in for the HR Coordinators, Consultants and Personnel Office in their absence in both Head Office and Rosslyn Plant.🎯- Set up internal Training workshops for all staff.🎯- Compiled and advertised internal vacant positions and notices on the BMW Intranet.🎯- Procured all office supplies and machinery and arranging maintenance when required.

Bachelor Of Business Administration (Bba), Business Administration

Diploma, City & Gulids Top Flight Secretarial