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Debswana Diamond CompanySenior Human Resources Manager -Organisational Effectiveness & Change
Sep. 2023Gaborone, BotswanaI drive strategic alignment and boost organizational effectiveness by regularly reviewing and optimizing our organizational model. This approach is geared towards enhancing our dynamic capabilities to excel in a VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Ambiguous) environment. I spearhead the transformation of employee competencies to keep pace with digital and technological advancements. My role includes managing the Human Capital Innovation Programme, ensuring ongoing improvement and robust strategic scenario planning. Additionally, I led initiatives to optimize business processes, enhancing overall productivity and efficiency. I also played a key role in developing a comprehensive enterprise change management model, which included creating training materials and establishing a change management center of excellence.
Key Achievements:
• Productivity & Efficiency: Significantly improving productivity and human capital efficiency by conducting a thorough review of our organizational design and operating model.
• Change Management: Successfully implemented an enterprise change management model, which greatly enhanced the organization’s adaptability and resilience.
• Capability Building: Developed training manuals and established a center of excellence, which positioned the company as a leader in change management practices.
• Strategic Planning: Optimized business strategic scenario planning, leading to more robust and forward-thinking business strategies.
• Workforce Transformation: Led a transformative initiative that upgraded employee competencies, ensuring our workforce is well-prepared for the digital and technological demands of the future.
Debswana Diamond CompanyTransformation & Innovation Programme Manager
Oct. 2021 - Aug. 2023Gaborone, South-East, BotswanaI led the integration and execution of Digital and Innovation Transformation Strategic initiatives, ensuring they were perfectly aligned with our business objectives. My role involved directing the design, implementation, and evaluation of multiple programs, driving significant value through collaboration and strategic leadership. I consistently delivered measurable impact by swiftly adapting to volatile markets and navigating geopolitical complexities.
Key Achievements:
• Exceeding Expectations: Consistently surpassed scheduled performance index (SPI) benchmarks, setting a high standard for performance.
• Business Continuity: Realized substantial business value by quickly responding to changing market conditions, ensuring continuity despite geopolitical volatility.
• Innovative Planning: Pioneered innovative approaches to strategic scenario planning, resulting in more robust and adaptive business strategies.
• Competitive Edge: Strengthened the organization’s competitive edge by effectively managing a diverse portfolio of transformation initiatives.
• Process Optimization: Drove process optimization efforts, enhancing efficiency and positioning the company as a leader in strategic agility.
Debswana Diamond CompanySenior Business Imorovement Manager
Dec. 2019 - Sep. 2021GaboroneI led key business improvement initiatives as the subject matter expert on the Anglo American Operating Model Framework. My efforts focused on ensuring effective resource management, stakeholder engagement, and sustainability planning through strategic change and capacitation. I championed the adoption of the Prosci ADKAR model, driving enterprise-wide transformation and embedding a standardized approach to change management across the organization.
Key Achievements:
• Enterprise Transformation: Spearheaded the adoption of the Prosci ADKAR model, leading to the development of an Enterprise Change Management Model (ECMM) that revolutionized our approach to managing change.
• Standardized Framework: Successfully embedded a standardized change management framework, enabling smoother transitions and ensuring project maturity and long-term sustainability.
• Change Readiness: Drove organizational change readiness by creating comprehensive training programs and building change management capabilities across the entire workforce.
• Resource Optimization: Enhanced business resilience and efficiency by optimizing resources and aligning stakeholders under the Anglo American Operating Model Framework.
• Sustainability: Enabled long-term sustainability and improved transformation outcomes through robust change management and capacitation strategies.
Anglo AmericanPrincipal Business Improvement Specialist - Anglo American Operating Model
Oct. 2018 - Nov. 2019Johannesburg, South AfricaI led the global rollout of Anglo American’s Burning Ambition initiative, focusing on operational efficiencies by managing the Work Management component of the Operating Model across multiple international sites. My role involved orchestrating the development and execution of an assurance framework to ensure alignment with corporate standards and regulatory requirements. I coordinated cross-functional teams to optimize work management practices, enhance resource allocation, and streamline processes across various business units. Through strategic oversight, I facilitated the integration of best practices, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across the group.
Key Achievements:
• Global Standardization: Elevated operational efficiency by successfully implementing standardized work management processes across global operations, including in Australia, Brazil, and Southern Africa.
• Assurance Framework: Engineered a comprehensive assurance framework that improved compliance and operational consistency across all reviewed sites.
• Cost Reduction: Achieved significant cost reductions by optimizing resource allocation and process workflows, resulting in increased productivity.
• Cross-Regional Collaboration: Championed collaboration across regions, leading to the successful adoption of best practices that enhanced performance and reduced operational variances throughout the group.
• Risk Mitigation: Played a key role in mitigating operational risks by implementing robust review processes, enhancing reliability and safety across international operations.
Anglo AmericanPrincipal Project Execution Support, Anglo Operating Model Implementation
Jan. 2017 - Sep. 2018Johannesburg, South AfricaI provided tactical support and expert guidance to the Mine Leadership Teams at Amandelbult Mine, assisting in the design and implementation of the Anglo American Operating Model (AAOM). My efforts focused on integrating advanced technologies and systems to support data-driven decision-making and enhance operational safety. I collaborated closely with leadership to align the mine’s operational practices with strategic business goals, driving a shift towards mechanization and more efficient production processes.
Key Achievements:
• Strategic Alignment: Successfully enhanced the mine’s operational framework, ensuring better alignment with strategic business objectives and shareholder expectations.
• Technology Adoption: Drove the adoption of advanced technologies, leading to improved data accuracy and more informed decision-making processes.
• Mechanization Transition: Contributed to a smoother transition towards mechanization, helping the mine evolve from conventional methods to more advanced, automated processes.
• Safety & Efficiency: Improved operational safety and efficiency by implementing best practices and integrating new systems, fostering a safer and more productive work environment.
• Data-Driven Decisions: Strengthened the mine’s capacity for data-driven decision-making, resulting in more effective resource management and overall performance improvements.
Debswana Jwaneng MineProject Geologist
Apr. 2014 - Jan. 2017Jwaneng, Southern, BotswanaI led the design, scoping, and management of geoscience programs, ensuring the timely delivery of technical outputs within the Mineral Resources Management (MRM) Horizon 1 Geoscience Projects Portfolio. My role involved overseeing the development of essential project documentation, including Resource Development Geosciences Projects (RDgP) business cases, and justification documents, all in line with the Debswana Capital Projects Process and Anglo Projects Way. Additionally, I facilitated the review of departmental operational plans and contributed to shaping the Debswana MRM Strategy for 2016-2021.
Key Achievements:
• Successfully optimized project delivery, ensuring geoscience outputs were completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with Project Management Office governance standards.
• Played a pivotal role in the creation of the Debswana MRM Strategy (2016-2021), contributing significantly to long-term resource management planning.
• Developed critical business cases and justification documents, which were instrumental in securing approval and execution for multiple geoscience projects within the Enterprise's Resource Development Plan (RDP).
• Enhanced operational efficiency by leading the review and improvement of the Jwaneng MRM Department's operational plans, aligning them with strategic goals.
• Effectively managed project closeout processes, ensuring all deliverables were met, documented, and smoothly transitioned.
African Emerging Ventures (AEV)Project & Business Development Manager
Jun. 2013 - Mar. 2014GaboroneI directed project and business development initiatives, focusing on identifying and evaluating new investment opportunities within the mining sector. I managed the development of strategic partnerships and projects, providing leadership in executing business strategies that aligned with both investment objectives and operational goals. Additionally, I led market analysis and feasibility studies to support informed decision-making and drive growth in emerging markets.
Key Achievements:
• Strategic Expansion: Successfully identified and evaluated high-potential investment opportunities, contributing to the strategic growth of the Mining Fund’s portfolio.
• Partnership Development: Established and nurtured key partnerships and collaborations, enhancing business development efforts and driving growth within the mining sector.
• Business Strategy Execution: Executed impactful business strategies that resulted in improved alignment with investment objectives and operational goals.
• Market & Feasibility Analysis: Conducted comprehensive market analysis and feasibility studies, supporting informed decision-making and uncovering new growth opportunities in emerging markets.
• Project Leadership: Spearheaded the development and launch of several strategic projects, significantly boosting the fund’s presence and impact in the mining industry.
Eccons (Pty) LtdManaging Partner - Business Development
Dec. 2012 - Jun. 2013BotswanaI oversaw business development efforts aimed at expanding the company’s market presence and driving growth. My role involved leading strategic planning and execution to identify new business opportunities and build strong client relationships. I directed the development of business proposals and negotiations, ensuring they aligned with both company goals and client needs. Additionally, I managed a team dedicated to supporting business development activities and delivering results in a competitive market environment.
Key Achievements:
• Market Expansion: Successfully expanded the company’s market presence by identifying and securing new business opportunities, leading to significant revenue growth.
• Client Relationship Management: Established and maintained strong client relationships, enhancing the company’s reputation and fostering long-term partnerships.
• Proposal Development: Directed the creation and presentation of compelling business proposals, resulting in successful contract acquisitions and project wins.
• Team Leadership: Led a team in executing strategic business development initiatives, achieving notable improvements in market share and competitive positioning.
• Process Improvement: Implemented effective business strategies and processes that streamlined operations and enhanced overall business performance.
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