CURRICULUM VITAE OF ANNA SIDONA HAKUSEMBE

SUMMARY

I am a seasoned project manager with a track record of success in marketing, stakeholder management, business process management, and improvement. I am regarded as trustworthy, a member of any expert team, as well as someone who is focused on their goals and tenacious in their pursuit of success. A current hybrid academic administrator responding to the requirements of managing the administration of the research programmes for postgraduate research degree students and contractual undertaken by the Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business in a consultancy capacity. Responsible on a day-to-day basis for providing specialized administrative support in respect of postgraduate research student progression and coordination between the school, the faculty, the university and their academic supervisory teams as well as external agencies and clients. An outstanding communicator, presenter, and negotiator with strong organisational, leadership and diplomatic abilities. Capable of solving complex structural and social issues pro-actively in order to advance business processes. Can successfully increase client returns, diversify portfolios, and effectively handle regulatory requirements. Excellent understanding of economic, social, bureaucratic and political interferences.

SKILLS

Policy and Strategy Implementation

Project management and coordination

Executive and Financial administration

Excellent written and verbal communication of the official language (English). Well organized and execute a positive image of an organization High-quality of service provision

Ability to work independently or as part of a team. Leadership and the ability to motivate others

Socio-economic development

Able to Lecture on Undergraduate Studies

M& E on Progress and financial reporting.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PROJECT COORDINATOR: RESEARCH

06/2022 - Current

Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business,

Namibia University of Science and Technology, Windhoek, Namibia A hybrid role within the academic administration component. Responsible for overseeing and managing the administration of research programs for MBA, DBA, MLCM, and Ph.D. research degree students, as well as contractual obligations for the Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business within the Human Sciences and Education Faculty, reporting to the Director of Research.

ADMINISTRATOR: PROJECT SERVICE UNIT, 11/2016 - 06/2022 Namibia University of Science and Technology,

Windhoek, Namibia

Responsible for providing administrative and financial support to teams of academic and professional researchers in the implementation of third-party funded projects, reporting to the Director. The majority of EU-funded projects aim to solve real-world and economic problems through research. Budgetary systems were implemented and managed to ensure effective, timely, and accurate financial monitoring of project operating budgets. Analysed project data and provided reports and expenditure forecasts. In collaboration with appropriate departmental and central administrative officers, proposed proactive solutions to complex financial issues and advised on the implications of various options. Managed administrative personnel issues for projects, assisted with recruitment and all associated paperwork, and liaised as needed with external clients and departments. Prof Sulaiman Olusegun Atiku, PhD

Director of Research and Professor of Human Resource Management Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business

Namibia University of Science and Technology

T: +264-**-***-****

F: +264-**-***-****

E: ad14f7@r.postjobfree.com

W: www.nust.na

And/or

Dr. Hylton J. Villet,

Director, Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business Namibia University of Science and Technology

Tel: +264-**-***-****

Fax: +264-**-***-****

Email: ad14f7@r.postjobfree.com

Website: www.nust.na

CONSULTING PARTNER,

Ministry of Land Reform, Windhoek, NAMIBIA

04/2021 - 08/2022,

Developed a training manual and provided instructor training on the Community Land Reform Act No. 5 of 2002 with a focus on Community Land Rights, Registration Procedures, and Record Management. Mr. Knox Imbuua, Cell: +264-**-***-****.

Email: ad14f7@r.postjobfree.com

Client: Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform C/o Petrus Shivhute Cell: +264-**-***-****

Email: ad14f7@r.postjobfree.com

CONSULTING PARTNER,

Ministry of Environment, Forest and Tourism (KFW), Windhoek, Namibia 05/2020 - 12/2020,

Explored viable solutions to make optimal use of the Namibia Development Corporation farm near Omega I in the Bwabwata National Park Management Resource Use Zone (2020) The task was to put forth workable solutions for agricultural development in the Bwabwata National Park's

(BNP) Managed Resource Use Zone (MRUZ), particularly with regard to the former NDC farm close to Omega. AgriConsult Namibia, as a leading expert in agriculture and natural resources, served as the lead consultant and I served as an assistant in my capacity as a social expert with particular expertise in north-eastern Namibia. Ministry of Environment,

Forestry and Tourism (c/o KfW)

Namibia National Parks Programme

IV Private Bag 13306 Windhoek

c/o

Dr. Axel Rothauge

Email: ad14f7@r.postjobfree.com

Cell: +264********

BOARD MEMBER,

Ministry of Land Reform, Rundu - Kavango Region, Namibia 02/2015 - 03/2018,

Executed the Northern Community Area (NCA) plan under the Community Land Act. Engaged in fundraising and resource development efforts by reaching out to interested partners and donors. Approved land allocation strategies, processes, and business decisions. Maintained confidentiality in regard to internal organisational affairs and information. Used networks and resources to inspire collective action and achieve desired goals. Staying abreast of trends and issues affecting the allocation of land tenure and decisions. Attended board meetings and implemented resolutions Served as an advisor to the youth and women in land acquisition regarding land use plans and board resolutions. Monitored the financial affairs of the board and fulfilled fiduciary responsibilities. GRAND ADMINISTRATOR & COMMUNICATION COORDINATOR,

Development Aid from People to People, Windhoek, Namibia 01/2016 - 10/2016,

Managed all external and internal communications for the Development Aid from People to People (DAPP) Namibia projects.

Designed and curated content for the DAPP Namibia website, social media channels, newsletters, and other media.

Managed and developed the DAPP Namibia website, including content posting and updates as needed. Contributed creative ideas and administrative support to DAPP Namibia's public engagement activities. Curated, organised, and managed outside and collaborative events throughout Namibia. This entailed extensive liaison with partner organisations (internationally) as well as working outside of office hours on project events. Ms. Kirsten Muller Jensen, Country Director,

Development Aid from People to People (DAPP) Namibia Corporate Office, Tel: +264-**-***-***.

Mobile: +264-**-***-****

Email: ad14f7@r.postjobfree.com

Website: https://dapp-namibia.org

CONSULTING PARTNER,

A feasibility Study on Green Manure (De-bushing and Value Addition) Project. Nkurenkuru Town Council, Nkurenkuru, Kavango West Region, Namibia 05/2015 - 12/2015,

Sub Consult through Agriconsult Namibia

Dr. Axel Rothauge,

ad14f7@r.postjobfree.com

c/o

Mr. Charles Kakuru,

Tell: +264-*********

MARKETING OFFICER,

Meat Board of Namibia, RUNDU - KAVANGO REGION, NAMIBIA 09/2012 - 04/2014,

Through public relations and communication interventions, the organisational strategic vision was maintained. Gathered and compiled information from internal and external stakeholders to create corporate materials and publications. From a marketing standpoint, I implemented and delivered projects and managed the day-to-day operations of the meat board office in the two Kavango Regions. Dedicated to increasing livestock production rates and producer experience in order to boost production and raise the company's profile, brand, and impact. Working closely with rural farmers, government offices, ministries, and their specialist agencies across the two regions. It was critical to build trusting relationships with key internal and external teams, as well as a variety of stakeholders. Collaboration with the company's advertising agency to promote livestock production in Namibia's Northern Communal Area. Mr. Goliath Tuyendapi,

Manager: Trade & Strategic Marketing,

Namibia Meat Board,

Tel: +264-**-***-***

Email: ad14f7@r.postjobfree.com

Website: www.nammic.com.na

TRAINING, DATA AND COMMUNICATION COORDINATOR,

Communal Land Development Project: Northern Communal Area of Namibia Gesellschaftfür Internationale Zusammenarbeit, GIZ, RUNDU, NAMIBIA 05/2014 - 12/2015,

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR,

City of Windhoek (Municipality)

10/2006 – 08/2012,

Mr Archie Nikanor

Manager, Organisational & Human Resources Development City of Windhoek

Mobile: +264-**-*******

Email: ad14f7@r.postjobfree.com

REGIONAL ARCHIVES and LIBRARIES COORDINATOR,

SCHOOL LIBRARIES,

Ministry of Education, Rundu, Namibia

02/2002 - 10/2006,

Ms Faustina Caley

Mobile +264*********

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Namibia Business School - University of Namibia, WINDHEOK, NAMIBIA, Expected in 12/2023

Master Business Administration (NQF L 9): Public Sector Management Namibia Institute of Public Administration and Management (NIPAM), 04/2019 Certificate in Grant and Research Management

Namibia Institute of Public Administration and Management (NIPAM), 10/2018 Certificate in Business Writing

University of Namibia, WINDHOEK, NAMIBIA,

Awarded 04/2017

Bachelor Degree of Business Administration (NQF Level 8): Strategic Marketing STRATEX, WINDHOEK, NAMIBIA, 08/2013

Certificate in Project Management

Brilliant Training College, WINDHOEK, NAMIBIA, 06/2005 Diploma in Human Resources Management and Public Relations FOURTH'R, RUNDU, NAMIBIA, 12/2003

Certificate in Microsoft Office

MARIA MWENGERE SECONDARY SCHOOL, RUNDU, NAMIBIA, KAVANGO EAST, 12/1998 Senior Secondary Certificate IGSCE Level

STAFF DEVELOPMENT AND CONFERENCES

Date: October 2015,

Panel discussion member during the 12th Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 12) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) Ankara, Turkey

Topics: The women’s Role in Decision-making on Land Allocations and Tenure December 2017

Professional Exchange Visit

Flensburg University of Applied Science (FUAS),

Flensburg, Germany (DAAD/DIES)

LANGUAGES

Rukwangali & Nyemba as a Native Speaker

English: Official Communication, Proficient

Afrikaans: Beginner

ACTIVITIES AND HONORS

Secretariat to the Departmental Panel Presentation for Masters of Research Proposals and PhD

(Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business) June 2022 to present Member of the Faculty of High Degree Committee

(The Faculty of Human Sciences, Language and High Education) June 2022 to Present Advising member, the Small Business Association since 2008 to date Member of the University of Namibia Alumni Association Member of the communal land board from 2015 to 2018.

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