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Alessandro N. — Mid-Level Project Financial Manager from South Africa

Alessandro N.

Mid-Level Project Financial Manager

South Africa Less than 1 year
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Alessandro M. is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in financial management and business development. As a Project Financial Manager at an NGO in Randburg, he was responsible for overseeing full operational, budgeting, and financial aspects related to funding costs while reporting directly to the COO. Previously, he served as a Business Development Lead Representative at World Vision South Africa, focusing on donor acquisition and strategic partnerships to enhance brand awareness. His leadership skills were further demonstrated in his role as a Sales/Fundraising Team Leader at Greenpeace Africa, where he led direct marketing and fundraising campaigns. Alessandro has a strong background in cost management, having worked as a Cost Accountant with Altech Alcatel Telecoms, where he implemented SAP modules and managed inventory controls. He holds an equivalent NQF 5 project management qualification from Regenesys Business School and a diploma in events management. His multilingual ability in English, Italian, and Afrikaans complements his diverse professional portfolio.

Experience

  • Project Financial Manager

    NGO -Randburg · 2021 — 2024
    Oversaw operational budgeting and financial aspects related to funding costs. Managed project functions alongside analysis and reporting directly to the COO.
  • Business Development Lead Representative and Partnerships

    World Vision South Africa · 2020 — 2020
    Executed sales donor acquisition planning and built partnerships that aligned with marketing strategies to enhance brand awareness.
  • Sales/ Fundraising team leader

    Greenpeace Africa · 2018 — 2020
    Led a fundraising team focusing on events canvassing, prospecting, and direct marketing strategies.
  • Sales/ Fundraising/ Canvassing team leader

    SAVE THE Children South Africa · 2016 — 2017
    Directed fundraising campaigns and canvassing operations, managing teams of seven across various locations in Gauteng.
  • Project Finance controlling

    Alcatel Lucent South Africa · 2010 — 2015
    Conducted project controlling and performed sales and cost analysis while ensuring alignment with project phases and delivery timelines.
  • Cost Accountant

    Altech Alcatel Telecoms · 1992 — 2010
    Performed standard costing analysis and maintained all processing responsibilities. Managed inventory reconciliations, valuations, and compliance with audit policies, including tender verifications.

Skills & Expertise

Education

  • NQF 5 equivalent-project management
    Regenesys Business school · 2017 — 2017
  • NQF 5 equivalent - restaurant and catering management
    University of Cape Town (UCT) · 2016 — 2017
  • Diploma - Events management
    Academy of York · 2011 — 2011
  • NQF 5 equivalent - Marketing and business management
    University of Stellenbosch · 2011 — 2011
  • NQF 5- Higher Banking certificates
    Institute of Banking, Nedbank · 1992 — Present
  • Part National Diploma - Cost & Management Accounting
    University of Jhb -Business School · 1986 — 1988

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