Belinda Gail Brass-Hughes

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With over 20 years of experience in IT and more than 15 years in Project and Programme Management, I bring a proven track record of delivering complex, multi-stream initiatives across global environments.

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With over 20 years of experience in IT and more than 15 years in Project and Programme Management, I bring a proven track record of delivering complex, multi-stream initiatives across global environments. I have extensive expertise in SAP projects, full cutovers, software test management, and agile delivery. I am passionate about servant-leadership, building high-performing teams, mentoring agile practices, and aligning stakeholders with strategic objectives to deliver business value.

I have led successful migrations, ERP transformations, and cloud initiatives across multiple sectors including retail, supply chain and logistics, telecommunications, and government. I thrive in cross-functional roles that require strong stakeholder engagement, governance setup, and team leadership, always ensuring project success and delivering value to clients and organizations worldwide.

  • Joined August 2025

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • AfrikaansFluent

Industry experience

  • Financial Services
  • Government
  • Retail
  • Software & Internet
  • Telecommunications
  • Transportation & Logistics
  • Professional Services

Projects · 2

  • AI Ethics Consultant
  • Developer
  • Project Manager

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  • AI Ethics Consultant
  • Developer
  • Project Manager

Work experience· 22 roles

Programme Manager · Universal EventsSep 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 3 mos

Lead the end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of high-profile international events involving global dignitaries including ministers and prime ministers. Oversaw multimillion-dollar budgets, managed cross-functional teams and complex timelines, and ensured flawless event execution aligned with strategic objectives. Engaged diplomatically and maintained strict adherence to protocol, security, and cultural sensitivity, enhancing international cooperation and organizational reputation.

Senior Project Manager · Zenzero SolutionsAug 2024 – Aug 2025 · 1 yr 1 mo

Successfully managed 30 end-to-end migration projects of on-prem software to Microsoft Azure, defining scope with architects and engineering teams, managing multiple vendors and resources. Implemented PMO governance structure with templates adopted by the company. Led projects in infrastructure, new builds, refurbishments, and upgrades across MSP sector, including Care Homes Market in UK & Wales. Collaborated closely with solution architects for cloud solutions and managed reporting and stakeholder communications.

Cutover Project Manager · AlshayaJun 2023 – Aug 2025 · 2 yrs 3 mos

Implemented world-class Warehouse Management Solutions including Blue Yonder Solution on Microsoft Azure for supply chain and logistics. Successfully executed ERP transformation projects in Riyadh, Kuwait and Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, delivering projects on time and budget with no critical issues. Planned and executed cutover projects covering migration off legacy systems, brand migrations, and go-live rehearsals saving the group $200 million over three years.

SC&L Project Lead · AlshayaJul 2022 – Aug 2025 · 3 yrs 2 mos
Project Manager · VOSS SolutionsJan 2022 – Aug 2025 · 3 yrs 8 mos
Programme Manager · VSC SolutionsApr 2021 – Aug 2025 · 4 yrs 5 mos
Programme Manager · Synapsis SoftwareSep 2019 – Aug 2025 · 6 yrs
Project Manager · Coca-Cola Beverages Africa via Matimba (PTY) LTDMar 2019 – Aug 2025 · 6 yrs 6 mos

Education

MBA Project Management · Stellenbosch Business School2030 – 2025
Project Management Professional · PMI Institute2030 – 2025
Diploma : GENTAX · UNISA2030 – 2025
Senior Certificate (Grade 12 / Matric) · Lyttelton Manor High School2030 – 2025

Certifications and awards

SAP Agile Fundamentals2030 – 2025
PMBOK II2030 – 2025
ITSQB (Foundation Software Testing)2030 – 2025
MCSE (Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer)2030 – 2025

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