Sikhanyiso Angel Maziya
Potters Bar,Hertfordshire
Summary
Passionate Agricultural Economist with a demonstrated history of working in the international and development industry. Skilled in Project Management, Strategic Management, Agribusiness and Microsoft Office. Clear, logical mind with a practical approach to problem solving and a drive to see things through to completion. . Experienced working in team environments. Reputation for hard work, punctuality and willingness to learn new things. Leads projects, company operations and business growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Agricultural Value Chain Expert
Has Pesquisa Consultoria Servicos
Maputo, Mozambique
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Implemented research findings and client feedback to improve programme material and delivery.
- Conduct training needs assessment for extension officers, smallholder farmers and agricultural officers from non-government organisations.
- Collect, analyse and interpret data and conduct interviews for focus groups.
- Developed soft skills by providing training in time-management, problem-solving, and effective communication.
- Collaborated with Subject Matter Experts (SME)s to refine and update training resources.
- Facilitated high-quality workshops, meetings and demonstrations online and offline.
- Engaged professionals in industry-specific knowledge, techniques and methodologies.
Portfolio Management Consultant
African Development Bank
Maputo, Mozambique
12.2019 - 12.2022
- Upheld quality excellence by monitoring and correcting work, delivering projects on time and to meticulous standards.
- Designed project presentations and reports for executive teams.
- Built company reputation by managing and successfully delivering projects.
- Submitted performance feedback to stakeholders, keeping project teams on track.
- Reduced costs by allocating site resources and subcontractors for strict budget controls.
- Generated project cost estimations with outstanding accuracy, guiding effective decision-making.
- Determined project schedules and kept projects on track using proactive adjustments to workflow.
- Produced Key Program Indicator (KPIs) to successfully measure performance.
- Assessed performance against operational strategy to maintain progress towards targets.
- Led and motivated talented project teams, achieving targets within stipulated deadlines.
- Built strong relationships with stakeholders for project cohesiveness.
- Implemented program and project governance standards for project deliverables.
- Improved operations by generating project status reports and identifying issues for corrective action.
- Tracked and communicated project status, timelines and action items from project inception to delivery.
Retail Operations Trainee
Swaziland Building Society
Mbabane, Eswatini
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Boosted product sales by offering selection guidance to customers.
- Built rapport with new and existing customers to boost client retention.
- Requested and checked customer IDs at checkout for age-restricted products.
- Carried out active selling from initial customer greeting.
- Demonstrated product usage and features to customers.
- Developed plans and strategies to promote continuous improvement.
- Promoted continuous improvement by problem-solving and sharing suggestions to optimise team operations.
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Handled high volume calls to address customer inquiries and concerns.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Filed physical and digital documents, prioritising accessibility and data accuracy.
Assistant Project Officer
African Development Bank
Pretoria, South Africa
10.2018 - 02.2019
- Conducted technical and customer meetings, increasing communication and strengthening stakeholder relationships.
- Assist task manager in the execution of the work plans for the alignment with the business strategy.
- Analyse supervision data, monitor disbursements and arrange follow up reporting actions.
- Improved operations by generating project status reports and identifying issues for corrective action.
- Tracked and communicated project status, timelines and action items from project inception to delivery.
- Prepare and monitor division budget, work programs and mission schedules
Research Assistant
University of Pretoria
Pretoria , South Africa
02.2018 - 08.2018
- Directed high level research by collaborating with post graduate students and colleagues.
- Helped students explore concepts through challenging assignments and stimulating class discussions.
- Coordinated laboratory experiments for students to test in-class theories.
- Developed and improved courses to better serve students' needs and meet standards.
- Planned, coordinated and executed research projects to gain insight into agricultural economics filed.
- Mentored group students annually, providing academic and pastoral support as appropriate.
Agricultural Economist Intern
African Development Bank
Pretoria , South Africa
08.2017 - 02.2018
- Evaluated economic data to evaluate impact of existing monetary and fiscal policies.
- Understood various sampling techniques and designed methods and procedures to collect data.
- Led formal environmental impact assessment (EIA) processes to recognise project impacts.
- Provided expert advice on product feasibility, emerging markets and consumer trends.
- Provide inputs in the preparation of various project conception note, appraisal reports and project completion reports.
- Carried out background research and literature reviews responding to questions, diagnosing needs and providing assurance.
- Performed in-depth research and analysis of economic-related issues and recommended appropriate actions.
- Advised on economic strategy and policy at local, regional and national level.
- Established economic standards and provided points of view used in forecasting trends and formulating economic policy.
- Conducted feasibility studies to assess potential outcome of proposed investment and business strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Agricultural Economics
University of Pretoria
South Africa 02/2016 - 02/2019
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics
University of Swaziland
Eswatini 08/2011 - 06/2015
Skills
- Coordination
- Excel proficiency
- Budget analysis
- Leadership
- Portfolio Management
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Programme development
- Technology integration
- Proposal creation
- Compliance understanding
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Affiliations
- Volleyball
- Art and drawing
Languages
English
Fluent
Portuguese
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Agricultural Value Chain Expert
Has Pesquisa Consultoria Servicos
01.2023 - 02.2024
Portfolio Management Consultant
African Development Bank
12.2019 - 12.2022
Retail Operations Trainee
Swaziland Building Society
05.2019 - 11.2019
Assistant Project Officer
African Development Bank
10.2018 - 02.2019
Research Assistant
University of Pretoria
02.2018 - 08.2018
Agricultural Economist Intern
African Development Bank
08.2017 - 02.2018
Master of Science - Agricultural Economics
University of Pretoria
02/2016 - 02/2019
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics
University of Swaziland
08/2011 - 06/2015
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