Senior Project Manager

• Aug 2023 - Present

Senior Associate

• Jun 2023 - Present

Group L&D Manager

• Sep 2020 - Apr 2023

Manage 13 Casino’s, LPM’s and On-line Betting Learning and Development. • Manages, leads and develops the team of training specialists and training administrators. • Designs and implements the training strategy. • Sets and tracks the training KPIs. • Positively influences the top management as they set the development of employees as the key priority of the organization. • Sets the training budget, allocates stretches and reports spending. • Identifies gaps in skills and competencies, identifies main training needs and prepares the training plan for the entire organization. • Approves the main principles for the training offer in the organization and makes regular updates of the offer for employees and managers. • Negotiates and approves the basic framework for the company wide training programs. • Builds strong internal networks as the internal trainers are identified and developed. • Builds strong external networks as the training best practice is implemented in the organization. • Participates in the HR Marketing team and builds the feeling of “Employer of Choice”. • Builds the coaching and mentoring networks in the organization. • Leads the organization wide development projects. • Acts as the contributing team member in the change management projects. • Acts as the member of the HR Management team. Show less

Group Learning and Development Manager

• Apr 2020 - Sep 2020

Lead Development as a function, with contributions to changes in architecture, frameworks and products for the Tsogo Sun Group and the Industry.Key Performance areas:• Align talent systems, solutions and products to the business objectives and values.• Continuous develop global thought leadership and expertise in development and talent field.• Obtain “buy-in” for value adding strategies, projects, solutions, systems, technologies and products to enhance the talent and development function.• Share expertise and thought leadership with others through mentoring and coaching of the next generation of leaders for Tsogo Sun.• Build relevant global professional expert networks and relationships to the advantage of the business and the talent development function.• Demonstrate influential relationships with customers, contractors, consultants, suppliers which consistently met with business needs.• Work, project, resource and set knowledge management standards for Tsogo Sun Group in the Development function.• Develop new hallmarks and standards in the development and talent management field of expertise.• Establish technical and professional policies, practices, procedures and standards for the Development function.• Develop and facilitate implementation of new and appropriate systems such as assessment tools, tracking of talent performance and career path focussed products for development of individuals and talent management for the Group.• Research and make recommendations towards talent trends and develop appropriate programmes for company-wide improvement.The Tsogo Sun Group portfolio has split the hotels, gaming and corporate L&D functions. My responsibilities: provide a strong training and development function for the Tsogo Gaming Group. The role includes all aspects of the learning cycle, including; diagnosis, analysis, design, delivery, evaluation, reporting and administration. Show less

Gaming Development Manager

• Apr 2019 - Apr 2020

Centralized B-BBEE Academy• Develop a growth strategy focused both on financial gain and customer satisfaction.• Conduct research to identify new markets and customer needs.• Arrange business meetings with prospective clients.• Promote the company’s products/services addressing or predicting clients’ objectives.• Prepare sales contracts ensuring adherence to law-established rules and guidelines.• Keep records of sales, revenue, invoices etc.• Provide trustworthy feedback and after-sales support.• Build long-term relationships with new and existing customers.• Develop entry level staff into valuable salespeople. Show less

Group Development Manager

• Apr 2013 - Apr 2019

14 Casino’s, 96 Hotels and Corporate functions. • Contacting potential clients to establish rapport and arrange meetings. • Planning and overseeing new marketing initiatives. • Researching organizations and individuals to find new opportunities. • Increasing the value of current customers while attracting new ones. • Finding and developing new markets and improving sales. • Attending conferences, meetings, and industry events. • Developing quotes and proposals for clients. • Developing goals for the development team and business growth and ensuring they are met. • Training personnel and helping team members develop their skills. Show less

Development Manager

• Sep 2010 - Mar 2013

96 Hotels 96 Hotels

Training Manager

• Aug 2009 - Jul 2010

62 Hotels 62 Hotels

Brand Training Manager

• Aug 2007 - Jul 2009

24 Hotels 24 Hotels

Learning and Development Manager

• Jan 2002 - Jul 2007

18 00 employees 18 00 employees