Experience

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  AfricArena

  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

  • Project Manager

    • Jan 2022 - Present
    • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

    Playing a critical role by helping define and execute the company's strategies, my primary duties can be divided into three categories: events, products and services.Events:• Creating plans to achieve event success from concept to completion, including settingtargets for milestones and adhering to deadlines.• Serving as a point of contact for teams to ensure team actions remain in synergy.• Performing quality control on the project throughout to maintain the standards expected• Ownership, accountability, and overall management of the event.• Management of vendors or suppliers.Product (AfricArena Wired App & Website Product Manager - https://www.wired.africarena.com/the-app): • Developing and maintaining the AfricArena Wired App roadmap that outlines the short-term and long-term goals for the product, prioritizing features and enhancements based on customer feedback and business objectives.• Collaborating with designers and user experience (UX) experts to continually improve the AfricArena Wired App product in order to make it more user-friendly and visually appealing. I ensure that the user's perspective is at the forefront of the product development.• Working closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, marketing, and sales, to coordinate efforts and ensure everyone is aligned with the Wired App vision and goals.Service: (AfricArise Program Mentor- https://www.africarise.biz/)• Offering strategic advice related to specific business challenges and opportunities. Helping to make informed decisions about product development, marketing, scaling, and other critical areas.• Providing key insights into market trends, competitive landscapes, and regulatory considerations.Introducing participants to resources, tools, and services that can accelerate their progress. • Providing valuable feedback on product prototypes, business models, and marketing strategies.

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  Dan Cabral Design

  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

  • Project Manager

    • Mar 2021 - Mar 2022
    • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

    In a mechanical engineering design-focused company such as Dan Cabral Design, I played a pivotal role in ensuring the successful execution of projects from inception to completion. My responsibility encompassed various aspects of project management, engineering expertise, and team coordination. My main duties were the following:• Project Planning: Developed comprehensive project plans that outline project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, budgets, and resource requirements. Ensured alignment with client expectations and company goals.• Client Communication: Served as the primary point of contact between the company and the client. Maintain clear and open lines of communication to manage client expectations, provide project updates, and address any concerns or changes in project requirements.• Resource Allocation: Assigned tasks and responsibilities to engineering teams and individuals. Ensured that the right talent is allocated to the project based on their skills and expertise.• Budget Management: Created and managed project budgets, tracking expenditures, and ensuring that the project stayed within budget constraints. • Quality Assurance: Ensured that the mechanical engineering design meets industry standards and quality benchmarks. Implemented quality control processes and performed regular inspections and reviews.• Technical Oversight: Provided technical expertise and guidance to the engineering team. Assisted in problem-solving, actively designing and reviewing 2D and 3D technical drawings, and offering solutions to complex design challenges.• Timeline Management: Monitored project timelines and milestones to ensure on-time delivery. Adjusted schedules as needed to accommodate changes or delays while maintaining the project's overall timeline.• Documentation and Reporting: Maintained accurate project documentation, including progress reports, design specifications, change orders, and meeting minutes.