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I am a seasoned ICT professional with a strong track record in leadership, strategic planning, process optimization, and solution delivery. I hold a Master of Science in Management Operations & Supply Chain Management and a Bachelor in Pedagogy (Computer Science & Education), and I have built high-performing teams while guiding governance, strategy, and best practices across diverse industries. I thrive on turning complex requirements into value-driven outcomes and empowering stakeholders with the information they need to make informed decisions. Since relocating to New Zealand in 2019, I have tackled roles in applications delivery, project management, and account management, while continuing to lead technology projects across EMEA and the SA landscape. My goal is to deliver outstanding value in complex operational environments and to enable strategic operations through data-driven insights and robust governance.…I am a seasoned ICT professional with a strong track record in leadership, strategic planning, process optimization, and solution delivery. I hold a Master of Science in Management Operations & Supply Chain Management and a Bachelor in Pedagogy (Computer Science & Education), and I have built high-performing teams while guiding governance, strategy, and best practices across diverse industries. I thrive on turning complex requirements into value-driven outcomes and empowering stakeholders with the information they need to make informed decisions. Since relocating to New Zealand in 2019, I have tackled roles in applications delivery, project management, and account management, while continuing to lead technology projects across EMEA and the SA landscape. My goal is to deliver outstanding value in complex operational environments and to enable strategic operations through data-driven insights and robust governance.

Kevin Govender

Product Designer, Web Designer, UI Designer, +6

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I am a seasoned ICT professional with a strong track record in leadership, strategic planning, process optimization, and solution delivery. I hold a Master of Science in Management Operations & Supply Chain Management and a Bachelor in Pedagogy (Computer Science & Education), and I have built high-performing teams while guiding governance, strategy, and best practices across diverse industries. I thrive on turning complex requirements into value-driven outcomes and empowering stakeholders with the information they need to make informed decisions. Since relocating to New Zealand in 2019, I have tackled roles in applications delivery, project management, and account management, while continuing to lead technology projects across EMEA and the SA landscape. My goal is to deliver outstanding value in complex operational environments and to enable strategic operations through data-driven insights and robust governance.…I am a seasoned ICT professional with a strong track record in leadership, strategic planning, process optimization, and solution delivery. I hold a Master of Science in Management Operations & Supply Chain Management and a Bachelor in Pedagogy (Computer Science & Education), and I have built high-performing teams while guiding governance, strategy, and best practices across diverse industries. I thrive on turning complex requirements into value-driven outcomes and empowering stakeholders with the information they need to make informed decisions. Since relocating to New Zealand in 2019, I have tackled roles in applications delivery, project management, and account management, while continuing to lead technology projects across EMEA and the SA landscape. My goal is to deliver outstanding value in complex operational environments and to enable strategic operations through data-driven insights and robust governance.

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I am a seasoned ICT professional with a strong track record in leadership, strategic planning, process optimization, and solution delivery. I hold a Master of Science in Management Operations & Supply Chain Management and a Bachelor in Pedagogy (Computer Science & Education), and I have built high-performing teams while guiding governance, strategy, and best practices across diverse industries. I thrive on turning complex requirements into value-driven outcomes and empowering stakeholders with the information they need to make informed decisions.

Since relocating to New Zealand in 2019, I have tackled roles in applications delivery, project management, and account management, while continuing to lead technology projects across EMEA and the SA landscape. My goal is to deliver outstanding value in complex operational environments and to enable strategic operations through data-driven insights and robust governance.

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Afrikaans

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Work Experience

Product Delivery Manager / Senior Project Manager at DATACOM

January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025

Spearheaded operational teams, driving performance and continuous enhancement. Optimized procedures and processes to boost operational efficiency. Engaged with executives and stakeholders to align project objectives. Administered ITSM platforms, ensuring seamless project execution. Managed project billing and reporting. Utilized Kanban for risk, issue, and continuous improvement tracking. Orchestrated release planning utilizing both Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Implemented knowledge articles and repositories in Confluence/SharePoint. Delivered cloud-native solutions and integrations, enhancing system capabilities. Conducted resource planning and SLAs reporting (PowerBI, Xtraction, SQL). Led recruitment and training of onshore and offshore teams.

24/7 Technical Support / Project Manager at ONTEMPO

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021

Spearheaded application support and project implementations as Process Lead across SCM, Retail, Warehousing, and Reporting. Integrated systems for B2C, B2B, and 3PL logistics, including Payment Gateways, CRM, and Door Counter. Managed third-party system integrations and marketplace platforms. Directed Project Office operations, ensured seamless management and execution. Drove presales initiatives and crafted responses to RFPs. Orchestrated software configuration, upgrade and release planning to optimize customer satisfaction.

Operations Director - Projects at RANOCON

January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019

Spearheaded Operations Executive Vision and Strategic Business Expansion. Championed IT Enablement through SaaS and Hosted Financial Systems including Sage and Payroll. Drove Business Development and New Client Acquisition. Forged Strategic Partnerships and Alliances; Leveraged Market Intelligence for Competitive Advantage. Crafted Proposals and Presentations to win opportunities.

Applications Lead at MTN

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016

Product Owner for Oracle Cloud Delivery; led enterprise application deployment across 22 countries. Established Centre of Excellence and Shared Services Hub; led transformation from on-prem to Oracle Cloud. Directed IoT governance, vendor negotiations, and management. Oversaw critical platforms (Treasury, Banking, Mobile Money) and drove governance for group P&L and asset/procurement oversight. Served as interim General Manager and custodian of staff intranet (SharePoint).

Founder & Director at G CUBED TECHNOLOGIES

January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015

Operations Management and Technology Programme Manager. Managed Application Support Teams and SLAs. Vendor and partner relations; ERP and BI in the EMEA region. Programme Management with implementations across multiple countries. Solution Design & Architecture; Implementation and sales of Industrial and Financial Systems and Oracle ERP.

Technical Operations Director at IRAN DATA SYSTEMS

December 1, 2008 - December 1, 2008

Strategic advisor to the Board; Pioneered a Consulting division delivering localized support to ERP vendor clients. Forecasted and devised growth strategies from new and existing clients across the Middle East. Directed high-performing teams in ERP, Interconnect Billing, and EDW for major clients including MTN. Led vendor negotiations and international business discussions.

Senior Manager at INDUSTRIAL AND FINANCIAL SYSTEMS

January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007

Presales for SCM and POS; led design and teams of developers. Managed implementations across EMEA and Iran; integrated with 3rd party systems (payment gateways, PIN systems, prepaid systems). Led reporting and analytics; guided multiple technology project implementations internationally.

Test Engineer / Auditor at SABS Gaming Labs

January 1, 1999 - January 1, 1999

Performed Gaming certification for software, gaming machines, progressives, casino audits and jackpot verifications. Applied statistical software and programming to ensure reliability; coordinated with vendors internationally for certifications.

24/7 Technical Support / Project Manager, Process Lead at ONTEMPO

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021

Spearheaded application support and project implementations across SCM, Retail, Warehousing, and Reporting. Integrated B2C, B2B, and 3PL systems, including payment gateways, CRM, and door counter solutions. Managed third-party system integrations and marketplace platforms. Directed Project Office operations, drove presales responses to RFPs, and orchestrated software configuration and integrations. Led upgrade and release planning to optimize customer satisfaction and mentored teams on resolving complex issues. Updated customer processes and documentation via SharePoint.