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KENNEDY Olebile BAIKALAFHI
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KENNEDY Olebile BAIKALAFHI

Strategy, Performance And Sustainability
Mahalapye

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Summary

Mr. Kennedy Olebile Baikalafhi is a Strategy, Performance and Sustainability Professional. Baikalafhi is equipped with a Commonwealth Executive Master’s Degree in Business Administration (CEMBA), a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration (Leadership and Change Management) and National Certificate in Occupationally Directed Education Training and Development (ETDP from Maccauvlei Training Academy – South Africa).

Mr Baikalafhi has worked as electrical trainer in Colleges under the Department of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (DTVET) and a Performance Improvement Coordinator (PIC) in the same department.

Baikalafhi joined BCL Mine Engineering Training School team as electrical trainer in 2009. He encountered the Mission Directed Work Teams (MDWT) work improvement methodology combined with the Balanced Scorecard as deployed for the implementation of departmental plans at the time.

In 2017, the PIC joined Botswana Chamber of Mines as Senior Training Officer for the artisan development project. The project closed with major milestones reached that are replicated across the training space for electrical trades artisans.

Baikalafhi's BBA-LCM and CMBA attainments added toto the practical dimension gained from 2004 to 2024. The PIC has has been capacitated to provide liaison with other stakeholders, processing performance information for reporting, conducting performance audits, and facilitating implementation of performance management systems.

Baikalafhi is familiar with Microsoft office suite and other information and communication technology (ICT) applications. He is a dynamic individual with hands-on experience in strategy, performance and sustainability; and talented in navigating challenges through SWOT analysis.

Ken, as referred to by those close to him, is known for adaptability, creativity, and a professionalized mindset. He is committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Secretary General

Balekane Ba Botswana Association (BABOA)
05.2024 - 05.2026
  • Steered the Association to remain compliant with legal requirements by maintaining:
  • Coordinated board meetings, prepared agendas, and circulated minutes for governance decisions.
  • Facilitated communication between executives, members, and stakeholders to support organizational alignment.
  • Drafted formal letters, reports, and resolutions for internal and external use.
  • Maintained confidential records, correspondence, and association documentation with consistent accuracy.
  • Enhanced company-wide communication by distributing important information and timely updates.

Chairperson

Mophato-wa-Mathogela-bobedi-a- Mahalapye (Mathogela II - Mahalapye)
09.2024 - 09.2025
  • Produced a strategic plan (2024-2029) that focused on Mathogela II mandate on environmental protection and adaptation to climate change.
  • Presided over meetings, ensuring orderly discussion and timely decisions.
  • Coordinated committee activities to align actions with organizational priorities.
  • Communicated updates and decisions clearly to maintain stakeholder alignment.

National Coordinating Secretary

BABOA
05.2022 - 05.2024

During my tenure, the Association achieved:

  • Managed documentation for re-registration with Botswana Registrar of Societies (ROS), securing compliance and operational continuity.
  • Recruited and registered 350 members, expanding organizational reach and influence within the community.
  • Production of 350 membership cards and distribution to regions and branches
  • Developed social media profiles for effective communication and marketing.

Senior Pastor

River of Life Ministries
08.2019 - 04.2024
  • Reorganized the Church after the departure of predecessor
  • Led church board meetings to guide strategic direction and foster collaboration
  • Chaired the Church board
  • Participated in local community events to foster relationships and support initiatives.
  • Attended community activities

Pastor

River of Life Ministries
10.2018 - 07.2019
  • Prepared and delivered Sunday Church and Wednesday service sermons and teachings
  • Participated in local community activities to foster relationships.
  • Participated in evangelism projects to spread religious teachings.
  • Coordinated and participated in Church meetings to discuss community initiatives.
  • Participated in community activities to foster relationships and outreach

Senior Training Officer (Electrical trades)

Botswana Chamber of Mines
08.2017 - 09.2018
  • Worked with external stakeholders and complied to set training standards
  • Facilitated training sessions for artisan development, enhancing skillsets and workforce readiness
  • Moderated assessments across trades to verify compliance with unit standards established by Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA)
  • Worked with external stakeholders and complying to set training standards

11.2016 - 07.2017
  • Unemployed after the BCL Mine closure in October 2016.

Electrical Training Officer

BCL Mine
04.2010 - 10.2016
  • Implemented the training and development strategy
  • Assessed workforce learning needs and updated training plans accordingly.
  • Monitored certification expiries and supported renewal compliance requirements.
  • Maintained accurate training records, attendance registers, and competency files.
  • Moderated assessment across the department
  • Facilitated the process of graduate trainee development
  • Organized both onsite and offsite courses
  • Coordinated employee induction and onboarding training for mine personnel.
  • Scheduled mandatory safety, compliance, and refresher training sessions.

Education

Commonwealth Executive Master’s - Business Administration

Botswana Open University (BOU)
Gaborone
11-2022

BBA - Business Administration

BOU
Francistown
04.2001 -

National Certificate - Occupationally Directed Education Training And Development (ETDP)

Maccauvlei Training Academy
Vereeniging, South Africa
06-2012

Skills

Governance, Leadership and Ethics

Strategic planning

Leading and Managing with the Balanced Scorecard (BSC)

Organizational leadership

Time management

Governance and ethics

Crisis Communication

Public Systems Management

Stakeholder Engagement

ISO 9001 QMS

Information Management

Business Information Systems

Affiliations

  • Strategy Professionals Association of Botswana (SPABO)
  • Think Tanks Association of Botswana (TTAB)
  • Balekane Ba Botswana Association (BABOA)

Interests

Gardening and Environmental Sustainability

Timeline

Chairperson

Mophato-wa-Mathogela-bobedi-a- Mahalapye (Mathogela II - Mahalapye)
09.2024 - 09.2025

Secretary General

Balekane Ba Botswana Association (BABOA)
05.2024 - 05.2026

National Coordinating Secretary

BABOA
05.2022 - 05.2024

Senior Pastor

River of Life Ministries
08.2019 - 04.2024

Pastor

River of Life Ministries
10.2018 - 07.2019

Senior Training Officer (Electrical trades)

Botswana Chamber of Mines
08.2017 - 09.2018

11.2016 - 07.2017

Electrical Training Officer

BCL Mine
04.2010 - 10.2016

BBA - Business Administration

BOU
04.2001 -

Commonwealth Executive Master’s - Business Administration

Botswana Open University (BOU)

National Certificate - Occupationally Directed Education Training And Development (ETDP)

Maccauvlei Training Academy

CURRICULUM VITAE

  • NAME: KENNEDY OLEBILE BAIKALAFHI
  • E-mail: kennedybakalafhi@yahoo.com
  • P O Box 1045, Mahalapye, Botswana.
  • Phone Number: +267 74 282 498
KENNEDY Olebile BAIKALAFHIStrategy, Performance And Sustainability