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IoT Connectivity Solutions:•Facilitated innovative IoT solutions for businesses across Africa, enhancing operational efficiency.Business Intelligence Software:•Implemented diverse BI software for data-driven decision-making and operational insights.IT Management:•Consulted on strategy, risk assessment, vendor management, and efficiency enhancements, ensuring prompt resolution and superior service.Facilities Management:•Provided comprehensive expertise in space planning, risk assessment, procurement, costing analysis, project management, and strategic consultation. •Delivered Effective Facilities Management training workshops, helping organizations streamline their operations and enhance efficiency.Leadership and Coaching:•Delivered coaching and mentoring to foster team growth in leadership and management, enhancing organizational performance and employee development.Strategic Planning & Operational Management:•Consulted in developing and executing facilities management plans that align with the business’s organizational goals, optimizing their office spaces and managing their leases.•Facilitated the collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure a safe, efficient, and comfortable environment for employees.•Proven ability to integrate facilities management strategies with overarching business objectives to drive efficiency and support organizational growth.Health & Safety Compliance:•Consulted with businesses to appoint safety champions within their different business units, to ensure adherence to local regulations and their company policies.Vendor Management•Assistant call centre environments to implement effective security measures to protect personnel and assets, coordinated with their security personnel to monitoring their premises effectively.Cross-functional Collaboration:•Consulted with businesses on helping them partner with HR, IT, and other departments to address facility-related needs and deliver successful projects and initiatives.

Bringing over two decades of expertise in coaching and mentoring, I am the Founder and Certified Coach at Be The Shift Coaching. My commitment to transformative coaching is supported by a certification from Results Coaching Systems since 2008. Additionally, I possess a solid foundation in Human Resources, complemented by a Bachelor of Commerce degree, enabling me to offer comprehensive coaching services.Key Highlights:Management Experience:Applied years of hands-on management experience to gain insights into the unique challenges faced by professionals in leadership roles.Worked collaboratively with different levels of management, including executive managers.One-on-One Coaching:Specialized in goal setting and leadership and management coaching, delivering personalized one-on-one sessions for clients.Utilized proven coaching methodologies to guide individuals toward self-discovery, improved performance, and goal attainment.Workshops:Designed and facilitated dynamic workshops aimed at enhancing leadership and management skills.Engaged participants through interactive sessions, fostering a collaborative learning environment.Coaching and Mentoring Services:Developed and implemented tailored coaching and mentoring programs to address specific client needs.Fostered supportive and empowering coaching relationships, facilitating personal and professional growth.Continuous Learning:Stayed abreast of the latest coaching methodologies and industry trends.Integrated new insights into coaching strategies through ongoing professional development to enhance coaching skills and maintain certification standards.

Facility Planning & Management:Managed budgets and collaborated with EXCO for allocations.Led vendor management and strategic facility planning to meet organizational goals.Spearheaded master planning for optimal space utilization.Health & Safety Compliance:Ensured regulatory compliance through safety inspections, contract oversight, and risk management.Maintenance & Repairs:Developed sourcing strategies and preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.Space Optimization:Aligned facility strategies with business objectives, optimizing office spaces for productivity.Budget Management:Crafted budgets, negotiated contracts, and reported on supplier performance to EXCO.Environmental Sustainability:Promoted eco-friendly practices through BBBEEE-aligned sourcing strategies.Security Management:Managed vendor relationships to maintain robust security measures.Cross-functional Collaboration:Worked with HR, IT, and MANCO to deliver successful projects and initiatives.Continuous Improvement:Analyzed KPIs and contributed to succession planning for improved facility operations.

Network & IT Management:• Managed daily maintenance of the Technical department, overseeing software and network engineers.• Designed and executed national WAN, LAN, and call centre networks, ensuring IT system uptime and establishing performance dashboards.Project Leadership:• Led projects to meet stakeholder expectations, ensuring timely completion within budget.• Conducted vendor and change management processes to support strategic initiatives.Property and Facilities Management:• Managed the Property and Facilities department in the Senior Property and Facilities Manager’s absence, handling staff and urgent matters.• Aligned team goals with company objectives, driving KPI achievement and creating career plans to enhance productivity.User Support & Development:• Controlled IT applications and managed user development requests in line with strategic plans.

Various roles: Invoicing clerk, Train Technician, Network Administrator