Tshiamo D.
Mid-Level Grant Management Officer
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Tshiamo D. is an accomplished Programme Officer with a robust background in grant management, data analysis, and strategic communications, shaped by extensive experience at Open Society Foundations within the nonprofit and advocacy sector in Southern Africa. At OSISA/OSF, Tshiamo has supported cluster programme portfolios, developed programme strategies, and provided key technical and data management support for grant monitoring and reporting. Their career also encompasses previous roles in marketing and public relations management in the home entertainment and retail industries, including positions with Sony Studios, Paramount Studios, Disney, and Buhle Braids (PTY) Ltd & Dazzle. Proficient in Power BI, grant management, strategic communications, and data analysis, Tshiamo is skilled at producing actionable insights, consolidating cluster data, and delivering professional feedback to team leaders and partners to drive program effectiveness.
Experience
Programme Officer
Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa (OSISA)/ Open Society Foundations (OSF) · 2024 — 2025Fostered a culture of continuous inquiry and knowledge sharing to uphold consistent standards. Assisted the Team Leader in monitoring and identifying regional programming in alignment with the GETT strategy, while systematically coordinating and implementing cluster work plans. Contributed to the production of cluster reports and provided technical support for the programme portfolio, including grant management and strategy development. Aided in preparing presentations on the cluster's work impact for conferences and meetings, while supporting data collection and analysis for programming reviews.Unit Coordinator
Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa (OSISA)/ Open Society Foundations (OSF) · 2023 — 2024Engaged in liaising and maintaining relationships with partners and grantees. Activation and monitoring of grants were performed alongside providing support to the Programme Manager. Conducted administration tasks daily, including scheduling meetings, documenting minutes, and updating Serenic. Managed data effectively, collecting and analyzing information independently through various tools and methods, while also coordinating logistics and arrangements for travel.Women's Rights Programme Associate
Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa (OSISA)/ Open Society Foundations (OSF) · 2021 — 2023Focused on liaising and maintaining relationships with partners and grantees, while also activating and monitoring grants. Provided support to the Programme Manager in structural activities, completing daily administration tasks such as scheduling meetings and logging minutes. Managed data by collating and analyzing information independently, employing a range of methodologies and tools. Handled logistics concerning travel arrangements and provided recommendations through research.Communications Associate
Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa (OSISA)/ Open Society Foundations (OSF) · 2020 — 2023Conducted research and provided support for projects within the communications portfolio. Offered internal and external communication assistance, supporting the implementation of the communications strategy. Delivered administrative and logistical backing for communications-related events, maintaining databases and media lists. Facilitated the tracking of the communications budget and activities, while also engaging in logistics for payments and travel arrangements.Temporary Replacement Officer
The Working Earth · 2016 — 2020Served as a receptionist and performed data capture tasks.Marketing and Public Relations Manager
Buhle Braids (PTY) Ltd & Dazzle · 2014 — 2014Oversaw media relations through proactive actions such as writing and distributing news releases, setting up interviews, and pitching stories. Monitored news coverage of competitors and reported findings to the board of directors. Developed and coordinated events, along with liaising with corporate communications for news postings on websites and social media. Initiated marketing campaigns, engaging with agencies and vendors across various media platforms.Sony Studios Product Manager
Nu Metro Home Entertainment · 2011 — 2012Managed the development and execution of annual joint business planning with Sony Pictures and key retail partners. Acted as the brand ambassador for Sony Pictures, maintaining relationships and communicating business initiatives within the South African market. Responsible for handling both revenue and marketing budgets, while monitoring sales forecasts and market share for Sony Pictures. Developed comprehensive marketing campaigns for content across multiple platforms.Product Assistant Manager
Paramount Studios · 2011 — 2012nullMarketing Assistant
Disney · 2010 — 2011nullMedia Strategist
Carat & Vega · 2011 — 2011null
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Diploma in Communications ManagementVega School · — — 2012
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