Kentse Mabalane

A Research Grants Administrator with over two decades of experience across sectors including Higher Education Institution, Banking and public affairs, and her expertise lies in pre- and post-award grant management, stakeholder coordination, and strategic support for research programmes. She has held key roles at institutions such as the University of Johannesburg and the National Research Foundation, where she implemented systems that improved operational efficiency and compliance.

Academic background includes a Diploma in Public Relations from PRISA, complemented by professional training in project administration, events management, and communication. She enjoys working with people, building relationships, and making sure things run smoothly, whether it’s coordinating large-scale events, managing funding cycles, or supporting researchers with the admin they need to focus on their work.