PROTEC STEM

HERE WE GO! 🚨 Official, confirmed. PROTEC STEM has completed the major signing of top talent Munei Tshiovhe as their new General Manager: New Business Development and Sustainability Manager. All parties have agreed on the deal. ✅ PROTEC, the powerhouse NPO in developing South Africa's future tech careers, has secured its key target. Munei Tshiovhe joins the team in a permanent move set to redefine their strategic growth and long-term impact. Considered a masterclass in the corporate transfer market, this signing brings a formidable force to PROTEC. Munei is known for his sharp business acumen and a proven track record in developing new business and fostering sustainable growth. His background as a Technopreneur and founder of ventures like Careers Building Blocks and Jobs4billions.co.za shows a clear vision for empowerment and innovation. The negotiations have been ongoing for weeks, but the deal is now sealed. Munei's expertise in psychometry, career development, and building powerful partnerships made him the number one candidate for the board. He is the perfect fit for PROTEC’s mission to build a strong pipeline of STEM talent. In his new role, Munei will be pivotal in forging new alliances, driving innovative growth strategies, and locking in the sustainability of PROTEC's vital programs across the country. The contract is signed. Munei Tshiovhe is a PROTEC manager. It’s a done deal, confirmed. Here we go! ✍️🇿🇦

PROTEC is proud to announce the appointment of Munei Tshiovhe to the key leadership role of General Manager for Business Development and Sustainability. A distinguished leader with a profound commitment to youth empowerment and economic inclusion, Munei brings a wealth of experience in forging high-impact, multi-sector partnerships and driving innovative strategies that create shared value. His proven track record in resource mobilization and developing employment ecosystems, particularly within the non-profit and educational sectors, makes him an ideal fit to advance Protec's long-standing mission of nurturing future leaders in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) from disadvantaged communities. In his new capacity, Munei will be responsible for spearheading the development of strategic alliances with corporate partners, government bodies, and philanthropic foundations to ensure the long-term sustainability and growth of Protec's impactful programmes. Leveraging his extensive background in building corporate partnership ecosystems and his strategic leadership on the board of Engineers Without Borders South Africa, he will focus on scaling Protec's reach and deepening its impact, ultimately strengthening the pipeline of skilled learners who are ready to excel in technological careers and contribute meaningfully to South Africa's economic future.

PROTEC is proud to announce the appointment of Munei Tshiovhe to the key leadership role of General Manager for Business Development and Sustainability. A distinguished leader with a profound commitment to youth empowerment and economic inclusion, Munei brings a wealth of experience in forging high-impact, multi-sector partnerships and driving innovative strategies that create shared value. His proven track record in resource mobilization and developing employment ecosystems, particularly within the non-profit and educational sectors, makes him an ideal fit to advance Protec's long-standing mission of nurturing future leaders in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) from disadvantaged communities. In his new capacity, Munei will be responsible for spearheading the development of strategic alliances with corporate partners, government bodies, and philanthropic foundations to ensure the long-term sustainability and growth of Protec's impactful programmes. Leveraging his extensive background in building corporate partnership ecosystems and his strategic leadership on the board of Engineers Without Borders South Africa, he will focus on scaling Protec's reach and deepening its impact, ultimately strengthening the pipeline of skilled learners who are ready to excel in technological careers and contribute meaningfully to South Africa's economic future.

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VACANCY: Project Coordinator: Administration and Monitoring Purpose: Coordinate the activities of the Next Engineers program - planning, organising, communicating, monitoring and evaluating all program activities, all reported on scheduled as per the required and approved templates. The position is based in Ferndale, Randburg, and reports to the PROTEC Senior Manager: Operations Duties and responsibilities • Coordinate all the Next Engineers program activities i.e. All Academy Cohorts, Discovery Activities and Camp Activities. • Plan, implement and manage data from the various programs. • Coordinate and administer all program activities i.e. learner travels, catering, volunteers, site visits, resources procurement, project meetings etc. • Manage communication with relevant stakeholders • Manage and Coordinate facilities/venues used in the project • Monitor and evaluate all the project implementation and execution activities. • Manage monitoring and evaluation instruments for data collection and reporting. • Generate quantitative and qualitative reports from the collected data. • Attend all relevant project meetings. Education and experience: Qualifications: • Matric with mathematics and physical sciences • A higher education certificate with engineering as a qualification. • Project management certificate The incumbent must have the following attributes: • Experience in Project Management • Computer literate in Ms Word, Excel, Teams • Strong Communication Skills i.e. verbal, telephony, email, etc. in at least 3 of Gauteng's most spoken languages English, IsiZulu, Sesotho etc. • A driver’s license with a minimum of three years’ experience. • A content creator with good social media presence. Key Competencies: The incumbent must have the following attributes: • Self-motivation • Organization and planning skills • Problem solving ability • Teamwork • Ability to travel Availability to start immediately will be an advantage A letter of motivation together with comprehensive CV must be forwarded to: Duduzile Ngoepe duduzile@protec.org.za CLOSING DATE: 26 May 2025 Late applications will not be considered

In 2025 three international days focus on the environment and humanity’s responsibility to curtail the devastating effects of climate change. Themed 'Our power, our planet' International Mother Earth Day, raised awareness of our ailing the planet and the life it supports, and champions renewable energy. International Day for Biological Diversity (22 May) aims to boost understanding of biodiversity issues, including the planet’s wide variety of plants, animals and microorganisms. World Environment Day (5 June) is the largest global platform for environmental outreach and puts a spotlight on pressing environmental issues. The global warming reality that South Africa and the world is experiencing and our clear need for environmental sustainability, highlights how critically important it is to develop careers in ecology and the environment to ensure that efforts to address global warming and climate change are increasing at a quickening pace. STEM – science, technology, engineering and maths – are crucial to efforts to combat climate change. Scientists in a wide range of fields and professions play a key role in understanding the causes, impact and potential solutions to the issues that require people with intensive and relevant research, knowledge, education and skills. Engineers use scientific learnings and date to develop adaptation strategies to help communities adapt to the impacts of climate change; flood defences, coastal protection and appropriate urban infrastructure that is resilient to the effects of climate change. Technology is vital to finding new ways to innovate for a green future and technologists in numerous fields must have STEM competence. South Africa needs geologists, marine biologists, conservation scientists, environmental scientists, environmental engineers, environmental economists, climate change modellers, soil scientists, solar and wind energy specialists and sustainable energy engineers amongst others. Investment in the development of these careers is a necessity and many organisations, corporates and individuals are heeding the call to address the needs, but a lot more is needed. PROTEC provides educational support in STEM subjects to learners from Grade 4 to 12 and to teachers. Learners that go on to chose STEM careers. PROTEC tertiary students are studying biodiversity, biochemistry, horticulture, environmental engineering, geology, conservation, robotics and many other degrees and diplomas related to this critical issue. Many Alumni are now in successful careers in these fields. South Africa faces numerous challenges, but protecting and ensuring the health of our environment in our oceans and rivers, below ground and the air we breathe, must rate as among the most pressing needs that we and future generations must address. Together we can equip young people to tackle the needs of the world they will live and thrive in. For more information, visit www.protec.org.za.

So good to hear from our Alumni and to see that they are doing well....