Masajene Mochaba
Mahetla Holdings
Leribe
14
years of professional experience
Experienced Project Coordinator and Business Management Consultant with more than 10 years of professional experience in project management, implementation, data management, monitoring, and reporting. Proven ability to lead and manage teams of up to 30 personnel while delivering projects efficiently in challenging and fast-paced environments. Highly proficient in data management tools including Microsoft Excel, Gantt Charts, and Microsoft Project, with strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Recognized for consistently delivering high-quality results, maintaining operational efficiency, and demonstrating strong leadership and stakeholder coordination capabilities.
Work History
Enterprise Development Manager
3 Years 1 Month- Assisted the contractor with continuous development of five socio-economic plans, including: Labour & Industrial Relations Plan, Corporate Social Investment Plan, Preferential Procurement Plan, Enterprise Development Plan and Skills Development Plan.
- Developed implementation programmes to support functional departments.
- Monitored, tracked, and reported monthly socio-economic and preferential targets.
- Prepared Preference Monitoring Reports, Works Set Aside Reports, and Audited Bi-Annual Preference Reports.
- Conducted risk analysis and calculated penalties to prevent non-compliance.
- Engaged consulting engineers and stakeholders on socio-economic matters.
- Mentored and supported local enterprises and subcontractors.
- Coordinated technical and business development training initiatives.
- Managed stakeholder engagement on corporate and social matters.
- Coordinated Enterprise Development Consultants across procurement, contracts, and HR functions.
- Reported directly to the Contracts Manager.
- C4020-Polihali Dam Construction & Appurtenant Works Project
Assistant Economic Planner
5 Months- Collected, analysed, and updated economic and social data.
- Supported planning and implementation of development programmes.
- Contributed to ministry budget preparation and aid programme discussions.
- Assisted in preparing medium- and long-term strategic plans.
- Participated in project monitoring, evaluation, and reporting.
WORTH Project Coordinator
2 Years 10 Months- Coordinated implementation of the WORTH Programme.
- Managed support provided to empowerment workers.
- Ensured effective distribution and tracking of programme materials.
- Facilitated Training of Trainers workshops and management committee training.
- Prepared accurate programme progress reports.
- Planned and coordinated monitoring and evaluation activities.
- Collected baseline and impact information and success stories.
- Supported empowerment workers and stakeholders.
- Represented the programme in stakeholder engagements.
- Stepping up universal access: A multi-Sectoral partnership to HIV/TB prevention at the community level Project
Foreign Exchange Consultant
2 Years 10 Months- Provided world-class customer service while upholding and promoting the company brand and professional standards.
- Processed money order and remittance transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Ensured all transactions complied with regulatory requirements to mitigate operational and financial risks.
- Maintained the safe custody and proper management of till cash floats.
- Assisted clients with the buying and selling of foreign currencies.
- Recorded and reconciled all transactions using the ICFX Point of Sale system against actual cash balances.
- Verified client identities and authenticated cash transactions to detect and prevent money laundering activities.
- Conducted daily stock counts and prepared monthly remittance reports.
Enterprise Development Facilitator
7 Months- Collects baseline information on enterprises in the communities and undertake a Training Needs Analysis (TNA).
- Assisting councillors to identify potential beneficiaries for enterprise development support.
- Interacts with enterprises through trainings and advises on development opportunities.
- Collects monitoring and evaluation information on enterprise development initiatives in the communities.
- Facilitate market and financial linkages for the enterprises under the programme.
- Liaise with other stakeholders and advocate for the HIH Programme at council and district level.
- To intervene and assist in conflict resolutions among beneficiaries.
Business Development & Training Consultant
11 Months- Proactively seeking out new opportunities and marketing of the training programs to increase the organisation client base in the communities.
- Working within a team to manage the budget and achieve targets and incentives.
- Mobilise SMMEs for training and other business support services.
- Assist in developing programmes to address needs of entrepreneurs.
- Assist in facilitating and implementation of training of entrepreneurs and potential entrepreneurs.
- Prepare the activity report for each and every training program and follow-up activity and ensures invoices are issued out to clients for payments.
- Developing and utilizing initiative to identify new partners.
- Organising and attending meetings with prospective clients or businesses.
- Liaise clients with relevant service providers (caterers and transport operators).
- Preparing financial statements for our company and other clients.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Project Management
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Economics, Minor in Business Management
Skills
Project Coordination & Management
Training Facilitation
Monitoring & Evaluation
Stakeholder Engagement
Team Leadership & People Management
Report Writing
Problem Solving
Data Management (Microsoft Excel)
Microsoft Project
Gantt Chart Development (Ms Project)
Business Development
Enterprise Development
SHORT COURSES & PROFFESIONAL TRAINING
- Worth Training of Trainers (10 June-12 June 2019)
- ILO Training of Trainers Workshop on 18-30 March 2012(Certified ILO-SIYB Trainer in Generate Your Business Idea, Start Your Business (Business Plan Development) and Improve Your Business trainings such as Marketing, Record Keeping, Costing, Stock control, Buying, People & Productivity and HIV Awareness in Business)
- Today’s Entrepreneurship Skills Training on 20-24 JUNE 2011
- Credit Management Course on 18-22 JULY 2011
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Strong entrepreneurial drive and enthusiasm
- Positive “can-do” attitude
- Adaptable and highly organised
- Results-oriented and proactive
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Timeline
Enterprise Development Manager
Mahetla Holdings
2023.05 - CurrentRead More
Assistant Economic Planner
Ministry of Education and Training
2022.12 - 2023.05Read More
WORTH Project Coordinator
Sentebale Foundation
2018.10 - 2021.08Read More
Foreign Exchange Consultant
Inter Africa Bureau de Change
2015.11 - 2018.09Read More
Enterprise Development Facilitator
Hand In Hand Southern Africa
2013.05 - 2013.12Read More
Business Development & Training Consultant
The Training Hub (PTY) LTD
2012.05 - 2013.04Read More
National University of Lesotho (NUL)
Bachelor of Arts Degree from Economics, Minor in Business Management
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IDM
Postgraduate Diploma from Project Management
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