Hi, I’m
Johannes Mwatukange Negongo
Windhoek,Namibia
Summary
Dynamic educator with expertise in creativity cultivation and teaching innovation, adept at motivating pupils through positive reinforcement and project-based learning. Skilled in physical education training, public speaking, and lesson planning, with a strong focus on student motivation and progress monitoring. Proven ability to develop course materials and coordinate field trips, while effectively communicating with parents and students. Committed to fostering child development through behavioural interventions and experience with special-needs students. Career goal: To leverage visionary thinking and organisational awareness in advancing educational strategies that enhance student engagement and achievement.
Seasoned professional with focus on strategic leadership and corporate governance. Possess unique insights into organisational development, promising actionable strategies to enhance performance and growth. Skilled in building strong relationships, fostering team collaboration, and driving successful outcomes.
Driven professional with strategic mindset and knack for problem-solving, coupled with experience in leadership roles and strong communication abilities. Proven track record in guiding teams and fostering collaborative environments to achieve business goals.
Experienced Board Member known for strategic leadership and impactful decision-making. Championed initiatives that increased organisational revenue and enhanced stakeholder engagement. Fostered innovative solutions, resulting in measurable operational improvements and long-term growth.
Visionary leader with talent for strategic planning and organisational development. Brings expertise in governance and financial oversight, coupled with strong communication skills. Dedicated to driving impactful decisions that foster growth and innovation.
Offering strong leadership, strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills. Knowledgeable about governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. Ready to use and develop decision-making, collaboration, and analytical skills.
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Results-driven, ambitious and competitive business leader focused on transformative leadership and continuous improvement to drive growth and maximise profits. Tenacious executive ready to take on challenging role, meet goals and surpass expectations.
Successful manager equipped to plan, lead and optimise operations for changing landscape. Accomplished in delivering above-expected results while streamlining operations. Ambitious to affect change and bring results in new environment.
Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Overview
18
years of professional experience
2
years of post-secondary education
1
Certification
Work history
Namibia Organic Association Windhoek, Namibia
Board member
2022.12 - Current (3 education.years_Label & 6 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Fostered an environment conducive for innovation, stimulating company growth.
- Drove corporate social responsibility initiatives, enhancing community engagement and support.
- Enhanced corporate image with effective public relations initiatives.
- Chaired committee meetings for productive discussions and deliberations.
- Influenced organisational direction through informed voting on key issues.
- Spearheaded strategic planning and decision-making processes aligning with mission and stakeholder interests.
- Served as official representative of organisation to public groups or government agencies.
- Worked with board of directors to establish objectives and decisively lead operations.
- Partnered with management team to optimise operations and reduce costs.
- Allocated resources to teams and projects based on need, performance and availability.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
Waldorf School WindhoekWindhoek, Namibia
Horticulture Teacher
2019.03 - Current (7 education.years_Label & 3 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Collaborated with special education professionals to cater for needs of different pupils in regular classrooms.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their children's performance and behavior at school.
- Integrated practicality into lessons to make subjects more realistic to today's students.
- Worked closely with colleagues for implementing cross-curricular projects that engaged students in comprehensive learning experiences.
- Writing reports for the students at the end of a semester.
- Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Fostered a positive learning environment for student engagement through effective classroom management.
- Organized school events such as sports day or concerts showcasing student talents beyond academics.
- Took part in parent-teacher meetings discussing pupil progress and potential areas for improvement.
- Adhered strictly to syllabus guidelines whilst teaching various subjects across different grade levels.
- Led after-school clubs, facilitated students' participation in extracurricular activities.
- Created inclusive classroom setting to ensure all students felt accepted and valued.
- Attended professional development sessions to stay updated with latest teaching methodologies.
- Developed engaging lesson plans by applying knowledge of educational theories and methods.
- Coordinated school trips, broadened the pupils' cultural exposure and understanding.
- Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensured inclusive learning environment.
- Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth and achievements.
- Planned and organized classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
- Worked with other teachers and administrators to evaluate and revise elementary school programs.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
- Completed training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments in the field.
- Used illustrative activities to help students explore concepts.
- Personalized instruction and personal mentoring based on individual strengths and abilities.
- Signposted opportunities for further learning and development.
- Delivered organic farming training to adult learners through workshops and seminars.
NICE RestaurantWindhoek, Namibia
Landscaping & Garden Designing
2018.06 - 2018.10 (4 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
- Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.
- Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Oversaw daily operations to achieve high productivity levels.
NALTECH (PTY)LTD
Mobile Data Capturing Clerk
2014.01 - 2014.04 (3 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Assisted colleagues with administrative tasks when needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Prepared documentation, ensuring all files were up-to-date and readily available.
- Handled telephone calls professionally, resulting in positive customer feedback.
- Updated company databases regularly for accurate record-keeping.
- Compiled reports which assisted management in decision making.
- Completed tasks promptly and efficiently under little supervision, displaying excellent time management skills.
- Sorted mail daily, ensuring prompt distribution to relevant parties.
- Photo copied files, scanned records and filed documents by alphabetical order.
- Built positive working relationships with staff and customers for helpful department support.
- Ordered office resources to maintain daily business operations.
- Sorted and organised different types of information by document type, personnel or location.
- Examined, scanned and input documents in software system.
Family of hope services Windhoek, Namibia
Youth officer & Garden project Manager
2012.01 - 2013.12 (1 education.year_Label & 11 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Managed administrative duties efficiently, allowing more time spent on youth engagement.
- Identified needs of young people through constructive conversations and feedback sessions.
- Established effective communication channels, ensuring accessibility for all young people.
- Provided guidance in personal development plans for individual youths.
- Designed diverse range of activities, fostering inclusivity and teamwork amongst participants.
- Nurtured a respectful atmosphere within the center, promoting mutual respect amongst peers.
- Enhanced social interaction by organizing regular group outings and events.
- Built trust with young people through consistent support and understanding.
- Promoted self-confidence and leadership skills through targeted workshops.
- Offered counselling and advice on a wide range of issues impacting young people.
- Role modelled positive behavior and interpersonal skills.
- Helped young children to develop critical life skills through educational play.
- Used music, art and sensory experiences to encourage child expression.
- Attended regular training and supervision workshops for improved service user support.
Family of hope services Windhoek, Namibia
Volunteer youth worker
2008.09 - 2011.11 (3 education.years_Label & 2 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Managed conflict resolution sessions for better peer-to-peer relationships.
- Implemented community outreach programmes by establishing connections with local organisations.
- Facilitated engaging activities for improved interpersonal skills amongst youth.
- Assisted in homework completion to raise academic standards amongst youth.
- Coordinated outdoor events to foster team-building and cooperation amongst participants.
- Developed creative workshops with an objective of stimulating imagination and creativity.
- Fostered good behaviour through positive reinforcement techniques.
Education
Penduka Namibia Training Course Namibia
Certificate of Higher Education from Permaculture gardening and Mushroom growing
2013.06 - 2013.06
Jakob Marengo Tutorial CollegeWindhoek, Namibia
GCSEs from High school
2005.01 - 2006.11 (1 education.year_Label & 10 education.months_Label)
Waldorf School WindhoekWindhoek, Namibia
Certificate of Higher Education from Waldorf Pedagogy
2024.07 - 2024.07
Kufunda VillageHarare, Zimbabwe
Certificate of Higher Education from Biodynamic farming
2023.10 - 2023.10
GoetheanumDonarch, Switzerland
Certificate of Higher Education from Waldorf Education
2024.04 - 2024.04
Namibia University of Science and TechnologyWindhoek, Namibia
Certificate of Higher Education from Small Business enterprises and Innovation
2018.05 - 2018.10 (5 education.months_Label)
Organic AcademyWindhoek, Namibia
Certificate of Higher Education from Training of Team of Trainers
2023.11 - 2023.11
All Africa Anthroposophic TrainingWindhoek, Namibia
Certificate of Higher Education from Anthroposophy
2025.08 - 2025.08
Skills
- Creativity cultivation
- Positive reinforcement usage
- Teaching innovation
- Pupil motivation
- Physical education training
- Public speaking
- Training and Development
- Lesson planning
- Student motivation
- Field trip coordinating
- Marking and report writing
- Project-based learning
- Experience with special-needs students
- Child development knowledge
- Behavioural interventions
- Progress monitoring
- Parent and student communication
- Parent-teacher communication
- Group and individual instruction
- Computer proficient
- Course material development
- Counselling
- Secondary education
- Flexible and adaptive
- Tutoring and after school help
- Team building
- Visionary thinking
- Organisational awareness
- Business development strategies
Languages
English
Advanced
Affiliations
- Fishing, Gardening, Travelling, Beekeeping and Cultural Exchange
Accomplishments
Derset Dash Cycling for 400km in a four man team.
Certification
- Own a company on landscape design, urban gardening and Horticulture
- Consultant for Food and Trees for Africa
- Organic gardening Trainer
References
References available upon request.
1. Miss Foibe Silvanus
Family of Hope services Coordinator
Cell: 0812342124
Email: fhsprograms4@gmail.com
Arthea Cloete
General Manager
Waldorf School Windhoek
Andries de Wet Street, Avis
PO Box 90326 Windhoek
Windhoek, Namibia
office@waldorf-namibia.org
reception@waldorf-namibia.org
+264 (0)82 4415250
Minenhle Sikosana
94 Bessemer Street, Wendywood, 2090, Sandton, Gauteng info@trees.org.za +27 11 656 9802/3 +27 11 656 6987
Food And Trees For Africa
mini@trees.org.za
Timeline
All Africa Anthroposophic Training
Certificate of Higher Education from Anthroposophy
2025.08 - 2025.08
Waldorf School Windhoek
Certificate of Higher Education from Waldorf Pedagogy
2024.07 - 2024.07
Goetheanum
Certificate of Higher Education from Waldorf Education
2024.04 - 2024.04
Organic Academy
Certificate of Higher Education from Training of Team of Trainers
2023.11 - 2023.11
Kufunda Village
Certificate of Higher Education from Biodynamic farming
2023.10 - 2023.10
Board member
Namibia Organic Association
2022.12 - Current (3 education.years_Label & 6 education.months_Label)
Horticulture Teacher
Waldorf School Windhoek
2019.03 - Current (7 education.years_Label & 3 education.months_Label)
Landscaping & Garden Designing
NICE Restaurant
2018.06 - 2018.10 (4 education.months_Label)
Namibia University of Science and Technology
Certificate of Higher Education from Small Business enterprises and Innovation
2018.05 - 2018.10 (5 education.months_Label)
Mobile Data Capturing Clerk
NALTECH (PTY)LTD
2014.01 - 2014.04 (3 education.months_Label)
Penduka Namibia Training Course
Certificate of Higher Education from Permaculture gardening and Mushroom growing
2013.06 - 2013.06
Youth officer & Garden project Manager
Family of hope services
2012.01 - 2013.12 (1 education.year_Label & 11 education.months_Label)
Volunteer youth worker
Family of hope services
2008.09 - 2011.11 (3 education.years_Label & 2 education.months_Label)
Jakob Marengo Tutorial College
GCSEs from High school
2005.01 - 2006.11 (1 education.year_Label & 10 education.months_Label)