INFORMATION SYSTEMS | DATA & BUSINESS ANALYSIS | TECHNOLOGY

Hello, I'm

Sandile Manyoni

Information Systems & Technology Professional

I connect data, systems and business requirements to create practical insights, improve processes and support better decisions.

Data & BI Databases Systems Analysis Controls & Quality
DATA INSIGHTS
SYSTEMS THINKING
Portrait of Sandile Manyoni
Sandile Manyoni
Analytical thinking. Practical impact.

ABOUT ME

Driven by data.
Focused on people. Committed to impact.

I'm an Information Systems and technology professional with over five years of combined experience across data management, information systems, business processes, reporting and technology-enabled operations.

My work brings together analytical thinking, technical understanding and clear communication. I enjoy analysing business and data requirements, working with SQL databases and ERP systems, validating information, investigating discrepancies and presenting findings that stakeholders can act on.

I’m also passionate about teaching, mentoring and helping people build confidence with technology.

5+Years of combined experience
4Academic qualifications completed
6Core competency areas

CORE COMPETENCIES

Skills & expertise

A cross-functional foundation spanning data, systems, business processes and technology.

Data & Information Management

Data capture and processing, validation, quality, integrity and information management.

Data Analysis & BI

Microsoft Excel, Power BI, operational reporting, trend and exception analysis, and visualisation.

Databases & Technology

SQL, database design and relationships, ERP systems and enterprise applications.

Business & Systems Analysis

Requirements gathering, process analysis, workflow mapping, functional validation and documentation.

Controls, Risk & Quality

Accuracy and completeness checks, error identification, requirements-based testing and process compliance.

Stakeholders & Delivery

Technical communication, coaching, collaboration, problem-solving and prioritisation.

TOOLS & METHODSSQLMicrosoft ExcelPower BIERP SystemsProcess DocumentationData Validation

PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY

Experience that connects systems and people

Roles across higher education, information management, reporting and technology-enabled operations.

Jan 2026 – PresentCURRENT ROLE

Lecturer – Computer Science & Information Systems Specialist

Emeris · Sandton Campus

Deliver practical teaching and technical support across information systems, databases, enterprise application development and computer networks, with emphasis on data, system functionality and requirements.

  • Develop and demonstrate database-driven applications and data-processing scenarios.
  • Validate application outputs against requirements, accuracy and information integrity.
  • Apply systems analysis and structured troubleshooting to technical problems.
Feb 2025 – Dec 2025

Programme Coordinator – ICT Data & Information Management

IIE Rosebank College · Nelson Mandela Bay Campus

Managed operational information and reporting involving data validation, analysis, stakeholder requirements and information quality.

  • Analysed operational data and prepared monthly management reports.
  • Used Excel and Power BI to summarise and present information.
  • Investigated discrepancies and translated stakeholder needs into reporting outputs.
Feb 2024 – Jan 2025

Lecturer – IT Systems & Database Specialist

IIE Rosebank College · Nelson Mandela Bay Campus

Delivered practical work across database management, ERP systems, systems analysis and web development.

  • Created SQL database solutions for data capture, storage, retrieval and manipulation.
  • Analysed workflows and translated them into structured system requirements.
  • Designed and tested database and information-system solutions.
May 2023 – Feb 2024

PR & Marketing Coordinator – Faculty of Sciences

Nelson Mandela University

Coordinated digital communications, online content, promotional materials and outreach activities with internal stakeholders.

Jan 2020 – Dec 2021

Innovation Officer – Information Management & Technology

Nelson Mandela University · Innovation Office

Supported information management, data processing, validation, technology assessment and process compliance in a multi-stakeholder environment.

  • Maintained and validated organisational information using MIS.
  • Identified data inconsistencies and supported corrective action.
  • Reviewed innovation projects using operational, commercial and technology information.

EDUCATION

Learning is part of the journey.

A multidisciplinary academic background across information systems, business, finance and science.

IN PROGRESS

Master of Commerce in Computer Science and Information Systems

Nelson Mandela University

2024

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) in Information Systems and Business Management

Nelson Mandela University

2023

Bachelor of Commerce in Information Systems and Business Management

Nelson Mandela University

2019

Postgraduate Diploma in Finance, Banking and Investment Management

University of KwaZulu-Natal

2017

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Chemistry

University of KwaZulu-Natal

LET'S CONNECT

Have an opportunity or a conversation in mind?

I'm happy to connect about technology, data, business analysis, information systems, teaching and professional opportunities.