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Simanga Emmanuel Simelane

Simanga Emmanuel Simelane

Business Training and Consultancy, Agribusiness Development
Manzini, Swaziland

Summary

A confident and highly organized business and community development officer with over 15 years of experience in business training, consultancy, and livelihood initiatives for vulnerable communities. Expertise includes establishing income generation projects for rural and semi-urban communities, enhancing sustainable livelihoods. Recently, I led health sensitization initiatives for men, managing field teams across all regions of Eswatini. Adept at stakeholder engagement and adapting to dynamic project demands, ensuring the successful execution of objectives.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Project manager

Bantwana Initiative Eswatini
Manzini, Swaziland
10.2019 - Current

Over the past three years, I have effectively led a team dedicated to demand generation for male health services, consistently surpassing our targets. In my role, I oversaw the implementation of key health initiatives and fostered strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure smooth collaboration and communication. Alongside leadership, I developed and delivered comprehensive training programs for newly recruited mobilizers, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to achieve both monthly and annual objectives. This approach has been crucial in building a high-performing team that exceeded project goals ahead of schedule in 2019, 2022, and 2024."

Senior HIV Prevention Officer

Bantwana Initiative Eswatin
Manzini, Swaziland
07.2015 - 09.2019

I oversaw the operations of teams focused on demand generation for male health services, providing mentorship and targeted training to ensure consistent achievement of performance objectives. I actively contributed to budget planning and participated in coordination meetings with government ministries and partner organizations, aligning project goals and resources to optimize outcomes. Through capacity-building efforts, I successfully enhanced team performance and project execution.

Head of Department, Agribusiness Unit

Bantwana Initiative Eswatini
Manzini, Swaziland
09.2010 - 06.2015

I established and provided technical support for Income Generating Activities (IGAs) in school communities, focusing on vulnerable children and youth in the Lubombo Region. I developed backyard vegetable gardens to supplement meals for these children, while enabling them to sell surplus produce to support their families. Additionally, I facilitated training sessions for community members on sustainable agricultural practices and business management, enhancing the overall effectiveness and sustainability of the IGAs.

Business Training and Consultancy

Business Management Extension Programme (LULOTE)
Manzini, Swaziland
10.2008 - 09.2010

I conducted comprehensive business start-up and management training for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), equipping both aspiring and existing business owners with essential skills and knowledge. I assisted participants in developing tailored business plans to enhance operational efficiency and market competitiveness. Additionally, I provided ongoing support and guidance to entrepreneurs, helping them implement effective management strategies to improve overall business performance.

Education

Master in Business Administration - Business

University of Eswatini
Eswatini
08.2020 -

Bachelor of Science - Economics

University of Eswatini
Eswatini
08.2006 - 05.2008

Diploma in Agriculture - Agriculture

University of Eswatini
Eswatini
08.2003 - 05.2006

Skills

Highly Organized, Cooperative Team worker, Excellent Communication Skills, Profiicient in Computer Skills, and Strong time Management abilities

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Languages

English
Advanced

Contact References

  • Collen Masibhera
    Programme Manager, Bantwana Initiative (World Education Inc.)
    Tel: +263 789 222360
    Email: c.masibera@gmail.com
  • Mavela Gilly Dlamini
    Commercial Banker & Strategist, Corporate Banks & DFIs
    Tel: +27 767 047031
    Email: dlaminigilly@gmail.com
  • Ntombikayise Maziya-Nkambule
    Associate Director - Human Resources, Georgetown Eswatini
    Tel: +268 780 20513
    Email: nn424@ggh.georgetown.edu
  • Dr. Kule
    Lecturer, University of Eswatini
    Tel: +268 763 17301
    Email: jwkule@uniswa.sz

Timeline

Master in Business Administration - Business

University of Eswatini
08.2020 -

Project manager

Bantwana Initiative Eswatini
10.2019 - Current

Senior HIV Prevention Officer

Bantwana Initiative Eswatin
07.2015 - 09.2019

Head of Department, Agribusiness Unit

Bantwana Initiative Eswatini
09.2010 - 06.2015

Business Training and Consultancy

Business Management Extension Programme (LULOTE)
10.2008 - 09.2010

Bachelor of Science - Economics

University of Eswatini
08.2006 - 05.2008

Diploma in Agriculture - Agriculture

University of Eswatini
08.2003 - 05.2006
Simanga Emmanuel SimelaneBusiness Training and Consultancy, Agribusiness Development