qualifications
Professional Profile
Tiisetso Sylvia Kumalo is a finance and governance leader with extensive experience in strategic oversight, corporate governance, and operational excellence across mining, joint ventures, and advisory environments.
She partners closely with boards, executives, regulators, and stakeholders to strengthen governance structures, improve performance, and support long-term sustainability aligned with King IV principles.
Qualifications & Education
Professional Director (PD SA)
Directors Association, South Africa — 2025
Directors Association, South Africa — 2025
MSc Strategic Business Management
Manchester Metropolitan University, UK — 2016
Manchester Metropolitan University, UK — 2016
FCMA, CGMA
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants — 2013
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants — 2013
National Diploma: Cost & Management Accounting
Tshwane University of Technology — 2001
Tshwane University of Technology — 2001
Professional Experience
Manager: Finance – Operations (Mining)
- Led finance teams across multiple mining operations
- Developed financial plans and cost-reduction strategies
- Oversaw audits and joint venture reporting
Manager: Finance – Analysis & Corporate Governance
- Designed King IV aligned governance frameworks
- Ensured IFRS compliance and audit readiness
- Delivered measurable cost savings
Finance & Governance Specialist
- Board, regulator, and stakeholder engagement
- Mentorship and succession planning
Key Achievements
- Reduced operational costs by approximately 15%
- Improved compliance confidence and governance outcomes
- Strengthened finance capability through mentorship