GODIRAMANG MOTLHAGODI
GABORONE
Summary
Multifaceted Lecturer with seven years of expertise in adapting presentations to reach students of diverse backgrounds. Expert in leveraging in-depth knowledge and experience in Land Governance to provide relevant information and first-hand experiences. Known for great personable demeanor and strong work ethic.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lecturer
BA ISAGO University
03.2017 - Current
- Lecturing in Land Policy and Administration, Housing policy and Administration, Property Auctioneering and property marketing
- Supervised undergraduates research students.
- Coordinate Curriculum development in the department geared towards revision of existing programmes and development of new ones
- Patron of the BA ISAGO University Real Estate Society
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
- Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
- Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.
Head of Department (Real Estate)
BA ISAGO University
06.2019 - 05.2023
- University Management
- Student’s Academic Management & Support Services
- Teaching, Learning & Examinations
- Staffing, Recruitment and Development
- Learning and curriculum Development
- Research, Conferences and Continuous Professional Development
- Planning and Financial Management
- Community Engagement & Empowering members
- Formed strong collaborations with Real Estate Institute of Botswana, Pula Institute of Botswana and the Built Environment Industry for students on the job experience exchange
- Patroned the establishment and functioning of the BA ISAGO University Real Estate Society
- Fostered community engagement activities
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through attentive service, prompt issue resolution, and continuous process improvements.
- Provided ongoing staff development opportunities through training programs, workshops, and regular feedback sessions.
Principal Urban Planner
Central District Council - Botswana
01.2014 - 03.2017
- Coordinated infrastructure development projects and coherent project implementation by different sectors in infrastructure planning and development
- Developed guidelines to guide effective land management decisions
- Led a team of professional in doing street naming for Mahalapye Village
- Coordinated implementation of infrastructural development projects
- A team leader in the preparation of spatial layout plans for Shakwe, Sefhare, Dibete, Mookane, Kodibeleng, Dovedale and Mmaphashalala villages
- A team member in the preparation of the Central District Development Plan 8
Urban Planner
South East District Council- Botswana
01.2004 - 01.2014
- Prepared South East District Settlement Strategy (2008 – 2032)
- A community liaison officer in the preparation of Tlokweng Development Plan (2002- 2022)
- Resolve urban development conflicts by undertaking studies and driving the implementation of the recommendations of studies
- Developed a framework for a public partnership project for development of a bus rank in Tlokweng
- A team leader in a Street naming exercise for Tlokweng village roads
- A team member in the preparation of Otse – Mogobabane layout plans
Urban Planner
Sowa Town & City of Francistown - Botswana
01.1998 - 01.2004
- Maintained and applied knowledge of local and state government codes and requirements regarding land use. decisions on effective land management
- Assessed applications for business and residential developments
- Revitalized underutilized urban spaces through creative placemaking strategies, fostering a sense of community pride and ownership.
- Facilitated public meetings and workshops, gathering valuable input to inform the creation of community-driven master plans and in the preparation of the Central District Integrated Land Use Plan
Education
Certificate in Vocational Education and Training -
BA ISAGO UNIVERSITY
12.2018
Master of Science - City and Regional Planning
University of Cape Town
12.2009
BSc - Urban and Regional Planning
University of Botswana
12.1998
Skills
- Student advisement
- Group and individual instruction
- Course Development
- Online Class Discussion
- Curriculum Creation
- Academic Research
Accomplishments
- Successfully steered the Tlokweng Physical Panning Committee as the Vice Chairperson
- Achieved certificate of competency of the NELGA short course on "the Political Economy of Land Governance in Africa"
- Documented the Botswana's Achievements on Customary Land titling to serve as a benchmark for the West African Project on Systematic Land registration and land use project.
- Supervised 42 undergraduates research students.
- Collaborated with students in 2019 in the formation of BA ISAGO Real Estate Society.
Affiliations
- Member of Pula Institute of Town Planners (Botswana)
- Registered Physical Planning Practitioner – Botswana - PPR 216/2016
- Member of Green Building Council of South Africa
Qualificationsandskills
- 2018, Certificate in Vocational Education and Training (First Class), BA ISAGO UNIVERSITY, Botswana
- 2009, Master in City and Regional Planning, University of Cape Town, South Africa
- 1998, BSc in Urban and Regional Planning (Grade 2ii), University of Botswana
- 1992, Cambridge Overseas School Certificate (First Class), Swaneng Hill School
Languages
Fluent in spoken and written Setswana
Fluent in spoken and written English
Professionaldevelopmentcourses
- Short Course on the Political Economy of Land Governance, South Africa, 2024
- Seminar on Park Management for Developing Countries, Ministry of Commerce, People’s Republic of China, 05/10/23 - 05/23/23
- Auctioneering Course, Royal Auction Academy; South Africa, 05/22/23 - 05/26/23
- Climate Change & Sustainable Development, SARUA, South Africa, 2023
- Certificate of Completion, Korea Research Institute for Human Settlements World Campus, 2022
- Certificate of attendance, Entrepreneurial and Growth mindset; Setting students up for success, 2021
- Certificate in Vocational Education and Training, BA ISAGO University, Botswana, 2018
- Facilitation Skills in Urban Strategic Planning, eThikwini Municipality, Durban, South Africa, 2016
- Project Management, Project Management Institute, South Africa, 2016
- Property development, University of Cape Town, South Africa, 2009
Interestsandachievements
Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence in the workplace, Formed a group (Girls on Track) to help girls with personal development, reading, physical exercise and crafting which meet every weekend. Currently reading 'Grit: the power of perseverance and Passion' by John Angela Duckworth., Award for exceptional leadership in South East District Council - 2012, Award for Innovation and Creativity in South East District by introducing celebration of Spring Day—2011, South African Planning Institute - Award for the most improved student in the Masters of Regional Planning and Masters of City and Urban Design—2010, University of Cape Town, Environmental sustainability, Integrity, Honesty, Professionalism, Respect
Identitycardno
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Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 01/13/74
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Botswana
- Marital Status: Married
References
- Dr. Partson Paradza, Head of Department - Real Estate, BA ISAGO University, Private Bag 149, Suite 268, Kgale View Post Net, 11, Koi Street, Peolwane, Gaborone, Botswana, 00267 3957744, 00267 3957709, paradza.partson@baisago.ac.bw
- Ms Onkgomoditse Makgonatsotlhe, Dean - Student Welfare and Support Services, BA ISAGO University, Private Bag 149, Suite 268, Kgale View Post Net, 11, Koi Street, Peolwane, Gaborone, Botswana, 00267 3957744, 00267 3957709, onkgomoditse.makgonatsotlhe@baisago.ac.bw
- Joseph Segopa, Senior Assistant Council Secretary, Kweneng District Council, Private Bag 005, Molepolole, Botswana, 00267 5943260, +26776281225, +267 5943171, jsegopa@gov.bw
Fieldsofexpertise
- Land Use Planning and Land Administration
- Housing Policy and Development
- Real Estate Management
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Project management
- Environmental Management
- Sustainable Development Planning and Management
- Strategic Planning
Certification
- Licensed Physical Planner in Botswana - PPR216/2016
- Member of Pula Institute of Town Planners
- Certified Auctioneer
- Rough Diamonds Evaluation Course - June - August 2024
Timeline
Head of Department (Real Estate)
BA ISAGO University
06.2019 - 05.2023
Lecturer
BA ISAGO University
03.2017 - Current
Principal Urban Planner
Central District Council - Botswana
01.2014 - 03.2017
Urban Planner
South East District Council- Botswana
01.2004 - 01.2014
Urban Planner
Sowa Town & City of Francistown - Botswana
01.1998 - 01.2004
BSc - Urban and Regional Planning
University of Botswana
Certificate in Vocational Education and Training -
BA ISAGO UNIVERSITY
Master of Science - City and Regional Planning
University of Cape Town
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