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Freelance, self-employedFractional PMO/Strategic PM
Feb. 2025South Africa, Cape TownAs a Fractional Project & Program Manager, I help organizations optimize operations, drive digital transformation, and ensure regulatory compliance through strategic leadership and structured execution. With a proven track record in fintech, financial services, and technology-driven industries, I specialize in delivering high-impact projects, implementing various systems, and enhancing governance frameworks to mitigate risk and improve efficiency.
Experience:
✔Delivered multiple concurrent fintech and regulatory programmes for UK-based clients
✔Led distributed teams across 3+ time zones, improving delivery throughput by 28%
✔Implemented lean governance structures and Agile SDLC frameworks
🔹 What I Do:
✔ Lead complex projects & programs to align with business goals and maximize ROI
✔ Implement ERP/CRM solutions for streamlined operations and better decision-making
✔ Develop and enforce governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) frameworks
✔ Integrate cybersecurity best practices to protect sensitive financial data
✔ Optimize business processes through Lean and Agile methodologies
🌍 Global Reach | Remote & On-Site Support Available
I collaborate with companies worldwide to provide flexible, high-level expertise without the cost of a full-time executive.
Available for fractional consulting engagements in governance and digital transformation.
Evergreen Finance London Ltd.Head: Project Management (PMO) - Remote
Feb. 2022 - Feb. 2025United Kingdom, LondonEvergreen Finance London Limited has been developing speciality financial vehicles in the UK since 2014. As a data and AI-driven company, we utilise the most advanced and innovative technology to facilitate the highest practices of consumer lending. Our Award-winning brand, moneyboat.co.uk offers short-term, practices industry-leading transparency, flexibility and responsible lending. As lead of the Project Management team, I am responsible for the implementation, assignment and coordination of new initiatives and resources internationally to facilitate Change Management, Departmental Services and Project Coordination across various Programmes and systems through the use of implementation strategies and approaches to adoption and project management. Duties:
- Programme Planning, Initiation and Implementation (CMMI)
- Project Management (PMBOK Waterfall, AGILE Hybrid, Scrum, Kanban, Crystal, SDLC, Lean Six Sigma)
- Strategic Planning of Implementation Strategies (Advisory)
- Enablement of Departmental Services Management: IT Helpdesk, UAM, Asset Management & Coordination
- Areas of Project Management: Governance, Regulatory, Financial, Information Technology, Infrastructure and Operations Development, Marketing Initiatives, Strategic Implementation and coordination
- Administration of Systems and User Access Control, Asset Management
- Assist in the formulation and Implementation of Policies and Procedural Initiatives as outlined by Executive Management
- Risk Management and Support
- IT Security Monitoring and Support As an employee of Evergreen Finance London Limited, I hope to inspire, motivate and support our Executive team and to realise the objectives and vision of our CEO/Founder in an advisory capacity based on the foundations and principles of Project Management and Implementation Strategies.
Oberon Strategic Solutions (Pty) LtdFreelance Business Consultant
Apr. 2020 - Feb. 2022Pretoria, Gauteng, South AfricaAs the founder of Oberon Strategic Solutions, the business specialized in the provision of professional services relating to Strategic Business Management and consulting services including but not limited to Project Management, Change Management, Business Analysis, Training and Development. Our aim is to assist business owners and entrepreneurs by providing guidance, advice and training in the field of Business Management and its associated principles to formulate a strategy where value creation and participation in our local economy can be achieved through the use of building sustainable businesses for the future. In addition to our core focus aimed at strategic business planning and management consulting, we provided graphic design services such as web design, brand management strategies and advice, supported by social media marketing to help businesses grow and enhance their visibility in the market.
FINBOND MUTUAL BANKProject Manager
Jul. 2018 - Mar. 2020Pretoria, Gauteng, South AfricaNational Project Manager at Finbond Mutual Bank, specializing in Regulatory, Industry, Major business enhancements, Operations and Finance projects within the banking industry and payments space. In addition to these categories, I also implement IT and systems projects with a strong focus on the optimization of policies and procedures. I also managed the relationship as Issuer between Finbond Mutual Bank and MasterCard as Vendor Manager. Project methodologies: AGILE, Waterfall, CMMI.
atWORK Internet Software SolutionsTechnical FNA Support Specialist
Dec. 2014 - Jun. 2018Pretoria, Gauteng, South AfricaProviding technical support and training on atWORK Financial Needs Analysis Software and Solutions to Financial Advisers, Para-planners and their Assistants with respect to calculations and legislative compliance in accordance with FAIS. WORK EXPERIENCE
Financial Needs Analysis for Risk, Investment, Pre-Retirement and Post Retirement planning.
Additional functions: Training facilitation; Business Analysis, UAT testing; Project Management; ASTUTE FSE Representative. Achievements:
• Nominated ASTUTE FSE Representative for the organisation
• Employee of the Year nominee 2017
Accredinet Financial Solutions (Pty) LtdFinancial Advisor (RFP3)
Jan. 2013 - Jun. 2018Gauteng, South AfricaProviding advice and intermediary services portfolio management.
Research of Economic and Market conditions to advise clients on suitable products and services available. Compliance to regulations in regards to FAIS and FICA. Specialisation: Long term insurance, Short Term Insurance, Investment structures, strategic planning for commercial and personal portfolio management.
Capsicum Culinary StudioSales and Marketing Coordinator
Jan. 2012 - Mar. 2013Pretoria, Gauteng, South AfricaSales and Marketing coordinator for tertiary institution specialising in Culinary training. Duties included Marketing at events, Sales and enrollment of new students and providing career advice to students attending the college.
Parabis Group Limited (Cogent Law SA)Pre-Litigation Claims Handler
Aug. 2011 - Mar. 2012Pretoria, Gauteng, South AfricaPreparation and processing of pre-litigation cases in respects of personal injury claims in the UK.
AMG Financial ServicesFinancial Advisor
Aug. 2010 - Jul. 2011Pretoria, Gauteng, South AfricaSupervision period for becoming a Financial Advisor.
Providing advice and intermediary services portfolio management. Research of Economic and Market conditions to advise clients on suitable products and services available. Compliance to regulations in regards to FAIS and FICA. Specialisation: Long term insurance, Short Term Insurance, Investment structures, strategic planning for commercial and personal portfolio management.
Discovery LimitedBroker Consultant
Jun. 2009 - Nov. 2011Gauteng, South AfricaPortfolio and Relationship Management, Marketing of Discovery Life, Health and Invest products to Financial Advisors for the First National Bank Advisors. Issuing, monitoring and negotiation of underwriting and new policies submitted. Reporting and Analysis of sales and production for the managed portfolio assigned to me. Achievements:
• Certificate of Achievement in Trust Structures in 2009
• Awarded Performance Bonus and Shares in December 2009
• Rated 16th in the country for Investment Production
FNB South AfricaBank Official
Feb. 2006 - Jun. 2009Pretoria, Gauteng, South AfricaBeginning of professional career in Financial Services and Banking. Started from Teller progressed to Collections and Forex Official and then Internal Sales Consultant. Specialising in sales, advice and managing Business and Commercial Banking relationships. Achievements:
• Was awarded Certificate of Excellence in 2008
• Nominated Ninaledzi Star for Innovation in 2008
• Chair of the Social Committee
• Nominated Umhlangano Elder "Wellness representative"
LIS Hotel SchoolTraining Assessor
Jan. 2005 - Dec. 2005Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa- Contract Management and Administration
- Personal Assistant to Director
- Training and Facilitation of THETA Course Assessments
- Assessment of THETA/SETA course outlines
- Moderator
Ridgeway Hotel and Conference CentreDuty Manager (Food and Beverage)
Jan. 2003 - Dec. 2004Johannesburg Metropolitan AreaDuty Manager responsible for management of food and beverage services, hospitality and front of house. Departmental manager in charge of Restaurant, Kitchen and Bar area with oversight of Hospitality operations.
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