Ugen Govender
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CFO ★ Financial Director ★ General Manager Operations ★ COO ★ Commercial Manager ★ MBA Henley at Sun International
Location: City Of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 21 work roles 6 schools
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CFO ★ Financial Director ★ General Manager Operations ★ COO ★ Commercial Manager ★ MBA Henley
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City Of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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Ugen Govender is listed as CFO ★ Financial Director ★ General Manager Operations ★ COO ★ Commercial Manager ★ MBA Henley at Sun International, a company with 4274 employees, based in City Of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for Ugen Govender.

Ugen Govender previously worked as Commercial Manager - Hospitality at Sun International and Resort Financial Manager at Sun International. Ugen Govender holds Leadership Development For Senior Managers from University Of Pretoria/Universiteit Van Pretoria.

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EXECUTIVE INTRODUCTION ☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲I am a seasoned Commercial Executive with over thirty years’ experience in the gaming, resort and hospitality sectors locally and internationally. I completed my MBA at Henley Business School (UK) in 2014 and have served as an Executive on seven different boards, six of which are companies within the Sun International Group. I have been in C-Suite roles for the last ten years and have played a pivotal role in the growth of the Sun International business in South Africa. My commercial skills far exceed that of most General Managers, in both responsibility and diversity in Rand terms as I am currently overseeing a Billion Rand plus operation. I have enjoyed being part of the start-up of business units within the Sun International Group. I have excellent people skills with an ability to motivate and transform large teams into focused teams who deliver exceptional results. I am a true Commercial Executive with a history of success. Professional Skills and Expertise ☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲►COMMERCIAL ACUMEN My overall experience as Commercial Manager has been proven across many different business units within the Sun International Group. I have been extensively involved in negotiating contracts, tenant agreements and managing various contracts that are out on tender. I am called upon to evaluate proposals and business performance across the business and has been involved in various turnaround strategies successfully. As an Executive Director my critical input is imperative in the management strategy, evaluating business performance and recommendations including insourcing and outsourcing. Effectively increasing the productivity of the various businesses within the group. ►EMPLOYEE RELATION SKILLS►BUSINESS RE-ENGINEERING►DELIVERY OF SHAREHOLDER VALUE My Contact details:+(27) 83 6496363ugeng@telkomsa.net

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Sun International
Sun International
CFO ★ Financial Director ★ General Manager Operations ★ COO ★ Commercial Manager ★ MBA Henley
johannesburg, gauteng, south africa
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4274
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21 roles

Ugen Govender work experience

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Commercial Manager - Hospitality

Current

City Of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

The Central Hospitality segment leads the Hospitality Strategy and business objectives for the organization, providing thought leadership and advice on measuring product performance, revenue growth, operational governance, the control environment and service standards, as well as building strategic relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders; and.

Sep 2022 - Present

Resort Financial Manager

Sun City, North-West, South Africa

Overall responsibility for the production of monthly and annual management and statutory financial reports. The ongoing identification of sources of risk and the implementation and monitoring of performance measures and controls in the areas of the greatest risk. Application of unit and group policies. To ensure compliance with the North West Gambling.

Oct 2017 - Aug 2022

Group General Manager - Commercial

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

  • Report to: Operations Director and Chief Financial Officer☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲Responsible for:
  • Overseeing 13 casinos and two hotels.
  • Financial management of business units, casino cashiering managers and casino accounts.
  • Combined revenue of R10 billion per annum.
  • Management and involvement of the following departments: Finance departments Casino – operational Tenders and service level agreements, Group tenders Commercial terms Dealing with… Show more Report to: Operations.
  • Management and involvement of the following departments: Finance departments Casino – operational Tenders and service level agreements, Group tenders Commercial terms Dealing with unions Feasibility of new businesses.
Jun 2016 - Aug 2017

Commercial Manager

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲■ Responsibilities:➟ Providing commercial input into the division’s strategic plan through evaluation of opportunities and financial advice.➟ Prepare feasibilities for casino and hotel development for board approval and funding requirement➟ Responsible for the groups Cashiering function➟ Responsible for the.

Aug 2013 - Jun 2016

Commercial Manager

  • Role Overview:
  • Overseeing eight casinos
  • Reported to the Divisional Director Responsibilities:
  • I provided commercial input into the division’s strategic plan through evaluation of opportunities and financial advice.
  • I managed the division’s financial reporting.
  • I ensured that financial controls are compliant with the International Accounting Standards (IAS).
Aug 2011 - Mar 2012

Chief Financial Officer

☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲■ Responsibilities:➟ Ensuring that the reporting of financial information is accurate, complete and valid and complies with generally accepted accounting and auditing principles and IFRS.➟ Prepare and implement a comprehensive Internal Audit program that covers all spheres of the organisation.➟ Ensure reduction.

Dec 2007 - Jun 2009

Financial Manager - Resorts

  • Responsibilities:
  • I prepared annual budgets and drew up forecasting & strategic plans.
  • I prepared monthly financial reports.
  • Capital & operating expenditure control.
  • I set and maintained policies & procedures for both financial and operational purposes.
Nov 2006 - Nov 2007

Financial Manager

Sun International - Zimbali Lodge & Country Club
Dec 2001 - Feb 2003

Hotel Accountant - Palace / Cascades

Sun International - Sun City
Mar 2000 - Nov 2001

Assistant Financial Controller

Tsogo Suns
Jun 1999 - Feb 2000

Front Office Manager

Tsogo Suns
Sep 1998 - Jun 1999

Debtors Manager

Tsogo Suns
Nov 1997 - Aug 1998

Internal Auditor

Tsogo Suns
Jan 1997 - Oct 1997

Food Beverage Controller

Tsogo Suns
Aug 1995 - Dec 1996

Assistant F&B Controller

Tsogo Suns
Nov 1992 - Jul 1995

Night Manager

Tsogo Suns
Apr 1990 - Nov 1992

Front Office Administrator

Tsogo Suns
Sep 1989 - Mar 1990

Chief Night Auditor

Tsogo Suns
Aug 1988 - Aug 1989

Reception & Cashiering

Tsogo Suns
Jan 1988 - Aug 1988

Switchboard Operator

Tsogo Suns
Apr 1987 - Jan 1988
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6 education records

Ugen Govender education

Certificate In Hotel Management

Technikon Witwatersrand

Matric Certificate

Reservoir Hills Secondary
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Ugen Govender works for Sun International.

What is Ugen Govender's role at Sun International?

Ugen Govender is listed as CFO ★ Financial Director ★ General Manager Operations ★ COO ★ Commercial Manager ★ MBA Henley at Sun International.

Where is Ugen Govender based?

Ugen Govender is based in City Of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa while working with Sun International.

What companies has Ugen Govender worked for?

Ugen Govender has worked for Sun International, Sun International - Zimbali Lodge & Country Club, Sun International - Sun City, and Tsogo Suns.

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Ugen Govender's colleagues at Sun International include Kyle Lewis-Williams, Pricila Bartes, Chef Madayi Linda, Jolene Jacobus, and Maena Godfrey Shokane.

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Ugen Govender holds Leadership Development For Senior Managers from University Of Pretoria/Universiteit Van Pretoria.

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