Desiderius R J Strauss
Windhoek,Namibia
Summary
Accomplished professional with a robust skill set in executive presence, organisational savvy, and managing performance. Demonstrates expertise in crisis resolution, IT systems management, and ethical conduct. Proven track record in operations optimisation, budgeting expertise, and financial forecasting. Adept at invoice coding and approvals, contract administration, and supply chain coordination. Skilled in budget monitoring, leadership development, and corporate governance. Proficient in financial analysis, policy implementation, change implementation, project oversight, staff recruitment, and human resources strategy. Committed to driving organisational success through strategic planning and effective resource management.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Deputy Executive Officer
United States Agency for International Development
Windhoek, Namibia
2018.04 - Current
- Developed strategic plans, resulting in improved business operations.
- Improved office efficiency by streamlining administrative procedures.
- Prioritised tasks effectively, improving overall productivity levels.
- Solved complex problems promptly whilst under pressure.
- Liaised regularly with stakeholders, maintaining strong relationships.
- Led team meetings for enhanced communication and problem-solving.
- Negotiated contracts to secure the best terms for the company's interests.
- Provided supportive leadership during periods of organisational change.
- Conducted performance reviews to identify areas of improvement.
- Managed large-scale projects, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Fostered a positive work environment by implementing employee incentives.
- Bolstered staff morale through the implementation of team-building activities.
- Advised on annual budgets and financial strategy to achieve company targets.
- Oversaw budgetary and financial activities and implemented strategies to grow business and profits.
- Approved acquisitions to facilitate company growth in line with objectives.
- Championed cost reduction initiatives in departmental spending.
CHIEF CONTROL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
ANTI-CORRUPTION COMMISSION
Windhoek, Namibia
2007.01 - 2018.03
- Offered administrative support to the management team resulting in enhanced operations.
- Collected customer information for new orders, verified details and obtained missing data to meet project requirements.
- Provided clients with accurate cost estimations.
CONTROL OFFICER
MINISTRY OF FISHERIES AND MARINE RESOURCES
Windhoek, Namibia
2002.09 - 2006.12
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
CHIEF CLERK
MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES
Windhoek, Namibia
1997.09 - 2002.09
- Scheduled appointments for optimal use of executive's time.
- Handled correspondence effectively, resulting in clear internal and external communication.
- Ensured well-kept records by systematically filing documents.
- Oversaw inventory management for streamlined supply chain operations.
SENIOR CLERICAL ASSISTANT
MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE WATER AND RURAL
Windhoek, Namibia
1995.07 - 1997.05
- Opened and routed business parcels and letters.
- Assisted in meeting preparations for smooth operational flow.
- Kept adequate office supplies on hand to support staff and business requirements.
- Processed new customer orders, coordinated related documentation and adjusted account balances.
- Arranged filing systems for easy use and retrieval by personnel.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Public Sector Financial Management
Southern Business School
Namibia 2019.01 - 2020.11
Bachelor of Business Administration - Project Management
Southern Business School
Namibia 2015.01 - 2017.11
Diploma in Management - Public Supply Chain Management
Southern Business School
Windhoek 2013.01 - 2015.11
Diploma in Computer Science & Engineering - Administration
Bema College of Namibia
Windhoek 2001.01 - 2001.12
Certificate in Health and Social Management - Administration
De Montfort University
Windhoek 2002.01 - 2003.06
Skills
- Executive presence
- Organisational savvy
- Managing performance
- Crisis resolution
- IT systems management
- Ethical conduct
- Operations optimisation
- Budgeting expertise
- Financial Forecasting
- Invoice coding and approvals
- Contract administration
- Supply chain coordination
- Budget monitoring
- Leadership development
- Corporate governance
- Financial analysis
- Policy implementation
- Change implementation
- Project oversight
- Staff recruitment
- Human resources strategy
Languages
Afrikaans
Fluent
English
Advanced
Timeline
Master of Business Administration - Public Sector Financial Management
Southern Business School
2019.01 - 2020.11
Deputy Executive Officer
United States Agency for International Development
2018.04 - Current
Bachelor of Business Administration - Project Management
Southern Business School
2015.01 - 2017.11
Diploma in Management - Public Supply Chain Management
Southern Business School
2013.01 - 2015.11
CHIEF CONTROL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
ANTI-CORRUPTION COMMISSION
2007.01 - 2018.03
CONTROL OFFICER
MINISTRY OF FISHERIES AND MARINE RESOURCES
2002.09 - 2006.12
Certificate in Health and Social Management - Administration
De Montfort University
2002.01 - 2003.06
Diploma in Computer Science & Engineering - Administration
Bema College of Namibia
2001.01 - 2001.12
CHIEF CLERK
MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES
1997.09 - 2002.09
SENIOR CLERICAL ASSISTANT
MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE WATER AND RURAL
1995.07 - 1997.05