Thusnelde U Kamburona

Accomplished Grants Management Coordinator with a proven track record at the University of Namibia, adept in budget management and fostering research funding opportunities. Demonstrates exceptional analytical skills and strong interpersonal abilities, significantly enhancing project efficiency and stakeholder communication. Renowned for meticulous attention to detail and a strategic approach to problem-solving.

• Integrity and ethics
• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Training
• Communication
• Continuous improvement

1. Project Title: Blackholistic Project

(Project Administrator)

2023– Present

• Project Scope: The BlackHolistic project is a collaboration between astronomers from Namibia, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and Finland to build a new telescope in Namibia and make color movies of black holes. The project aims to create a more holistic understanding of black holes by making color movies of them .
• Key Responsibilities: Coordinate project logistics and ensured the timely execution of tasks.
  Managed project documentation, including progress reports and financial tracking.
  Collaborate with the project team to ensure goals were met on schedule.
  Facilitated communication between stakeholders and team members.
  Monitored project timelines and resource allocation to ensure efficiency.

2. Project Title: Principal of Effective Grant Writing and Research

(Project Administrator)

• Project Scope: The five-day consultancy workshop focused on equipping participants with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective grant proposal writing and research. The sessions aimed to improve participants' understanding of funding processes, donor requirements, and techniques for crafting compelling proposals to secure funding.
• Key Responsibilities: My duty was to ensure the seamless execution of the workshop. This included managing logistics such as materials preparation, and participant registration. I coordinated daily schedules, liaised with facilitators and participants, and addressed any issues that arose to maintain a productive learning environment. Additionally, I oversaw resource allocation, tracked attendance, and ensured all administrative tasks, such as distributing evaluation forms and compiling feedback, were completed efficiently. My efforts focused on creating an organised and supportive atmosphere for both facilitators and participants.

1. Dr Markus Mbambo, Head: Grants Management Unit, University of Namibia, mmbambo@unam.na, +264 61 206 3142, +264 81 287 6153

2. Prof Selma Lendelvo , Director: Grants Management and Resource Mobilisation, University of Namibia, slendelvo@unam.na, +264 61 206 4954, +264 81 273 7125 7125

3. Prof. Michael Backes, Head of Astrophysics Research, University of Namibia, +264 61 206 3789, +264 81 361 8228