About
I am a policy and research professional with over four years of experience in evidence-based policymaking and governance reform in South Africa. I hold a Master of Administration and am pursuing a Doctor of Administration. Currently, I serve as a Research Coordinator, analyzing political economy and translating research into actionable policy inputs. I have experience in public policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and research coordination, with a grounding in governance and public-private arrangements.
Skills & Expertise
Public Policy Analysis & Development
Governance & Institutional Reform
Political Economy & SADC Regional Analysis
Policy Research
Stakeholder Engagement & Social Dialogue
Research Coordination & Knowledge Management
Policy Briefs
Position Papers & Reports
Monitoring
Evaluation & Reporting
Pastel Accounting software
Research Interests
Public Policy and Governance
Thought Leadership
Public Participation
Training and development
Business Enterprise Decision Making
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Experience
Economic Policy Coordinator
- Conducted applied policy research and drafted policy briefs, position papers, and submissions on economic and governance-related issues. Coordinated BUSA sub-committees and task teams, ensuring effective documentation, follow-up, and alignment with organisational policy positions. Supported BUSA's participation in NEDLAC chambers and task teams, contributing to organised business inputs into national policy processes. Liaised with government, business, and social partners to communicate policy positions and monitor regulatory developments. Prepared periodic activity and policy impact reports for internal governance structures. Key Contribution: Supported evidence-based engagement between organised business and government by strengthening research inputs into social dialogue and policy advocacy processes.
Research Coordinator
- Lead and coordinate policy research aligned to BUSA's annual policy priorities across economic, governance, and regional integration themes. Monitor and analyse political, economic, and policy developments within the SADC region, producing analytical inputs to inform organised business positions. Synthesize qualitative and quantitative research findings into policy briefs, reports, and presentations for policy directors and executive leadership. Maintain structured research records, track deliverables, and prepare periodic and ad hoc analytical reports to support strategic decision-making. Support engagement processes by translating research outputs into clear policy positions for stakeholder consultations and internal deliberations. Key Contribution: Strengthened the consistency and quality of policy research outputs by improving coordination, reporting structures, and evidence integration across policy desks.
Assistant Manager: Operations and Finance
- Provide administrative support to operations and finance departments, including secretarial duties, document management, and HR-related tasks. Manage payroll processing and reconciliation, including leave and expenses claims monthly. Handle recruitment administration, including onboarding, employee reference checks, interview scheduling, and termination documentation. Monitor BEE compliance in supplier contracts and assist with external audits and participation in the auditing process. Oversee membership fee collection schedule and manage bank reconciliations using Pastel Accounting software. Ensure accurate invoicing, accounts receivable, and payable management while coordinating supplier payments. Key Achievements: Championing the BEE process and ensure to achieve a favourable rating score. Successfully coordinated the external audit procedure and improve efficiency. Migration from manual payroll and HR function to a more systematic function.
Assistant Project Coordinator
- Provided administrative and coordination support during national and provincial election operations. Assisted with recruitment, training coordination, and logistical deployment of electoral staff. Supported voter roll administration, registration logistics, and post-election processes. Contributed to the operational integrity of election delivery through accurate record-keeping and coordination.
Education
University of Venda
University of Venda
University of Venda
University of Venda
Conferences & Seminars (2)
Industrial Relations & Human Resources Management
Labour economics, pay and appraisal systems, retention management
Global Employers' Young Professionals' Academy
Advocacy, social dialogue, multistakeholder engagement, negotiation, crisis management
Professional Memberships (1)
SAAPAM
Country: South Africa
Publications (1)
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