Aimee du Plessis
Freelance Project Manager
Salary / Daily rate
Cape Town, South Africa
Freelance
Can come onsite
Skills
Languages
About me
Intro
Experienced Project Manager with 4+ years leading cross-functional teams for online learning programs and educational technology projects. Expert in ClickUp, Asana, and Smartsheets with proven success managing complex projects across multiple time zones. Further experience spanning over a decade, I deliver strategic solutions that optimize workflows, ensure budget adherence, and drive successful outcomes for your business.
Work experience
All the admin things
Cape Food GardensFreelance
Dec 2024 - Present
1 year 11 months
Cape Town, South Africa
Freelance Project Manager
AimTrueFreelance
Dec 2024 - Present
1 year 11 months
Cape Town, South Africa
Skills: Project Management · Team Leadership · Solution Focused · Strategic Thinking · Strategic Planning · Business Process Design
Personal goal pursuit
Career Break
Oct 2024 - Present
2 years 1 month
Senior Project Manager
LearningMate
Oct 2023 - Oct 2024
1 year 1 month
Remote, OR 97458, USA
Led and managed projects for online learning programs, including online degrees, short courses, and technical bootcamps, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction. Set clear goals, developed detailed plans, coordinated cross-functional teams across multiple time zones, monitored project progress, and proactively resolved challenges. Proficient in utilizing project management tools such as ClickUp, Asana, Jira, and Smartsheets to optimize workflows and ensure successful project outcomes.
Project Manager
2U
Dec 2020 - Oct 2023
2 years 11 months
Cape Town, South Africa
Led and managed projects for online learning programs, including online degrees, short courses, and technical bootcamps, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction. Set clear goals, developed detailed plans, coordinated cross-functional teams across multiple time zones, monitored project progress, and proactively resolved challenges. Proficient in utilizing project management tools such as ClickUp, Asana, Jira, and Smartsheets to optimize workflows and ensure successful project outcomes.
Career transition
Career Break
Sep 2020 - Dec 2020
4 months
Operations Manager
DesignThinkers Academy - South Africa
Sep 2018 - Aug 2020
2 years
Cape Town, South Africa
Oversaw daily operations, managed budgets, coordinated events and workshops, and ensured timely and cost-effective project implementation. Optimized the operating model, streamlined digital filing systems, and improved business efficiency and profitability.
Health and well-being
Career Break
Mar 2018 - Aug 2018
6 months
Cape Town, South Africa
Operations Manager and Food Safety Team Leader (ISO22000)
Lady Bonin's Tea
Aug 2015 - Mar 2018
2 years 8 months
Cape Town Area, South Africa · On-site
Oversaw daily tea production and supply chain operations, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and ISO22000 standards. Successfully implemented the ISO22000 food safety system and EcoCert organic system, positioning the company for continued growth.
General Manager - Yoga studio and Cafe
YogaSpirit and Spirit Cafe
Apr 2013 - Jul 2015
2 years 4 months
Managed daily operations of a yoga studio and café, focusing on financial tracking, staff management, and policy development. Successfully turned around the café's performance, restoring profitability and ensuring continued operation.
Travel
Career Break
Dec 2012 - May 2013
6 months
Red Carpet Creative
Mar 2010 - Dec 2012
2 years 10 months
Cape Town, South Africa
Operations Manager
Jun 2012 - Dec 2012
7 months
Cape Town, South Africa
Oversaw day-to-day operations at Red Carpet Creative, developing and implementing operational strategies, optimizing processes, coordinating logistics, and managing staff. Maintained relationships with suppliers and vendors, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. Played a key role in driving the success and growth of the company by effectively managing resources.
PR Account Manager
Mar 2010 - Dec 2012
2 years 10 months
Cape Town, South Africa
Managed public relations activities for clients at Red Carpet Creative, developing and implementing strategic PR plans, managing relationships with media, clients, and stakeholders, and overseeing a team of PR professionals. Drafted press releases, managed social media accounts, and organized events to promote clients' brands. Played a key role in building and maintaining client reputations and ensuring effective communication of their messages to target audiences.
Online Marketer
Globe Media Ltd
Oct 2009 - Mar 2010
6 months
On-site
This was a 6-month contract role as Online Marketer for Globe Media Ltd that involved developing and implementing online marketing strategies to promote the company's online products. I was responsible for promoting the company's brand and increasing its online visibility.
PR Account Executive
Wired Communications Public Relations (PR)
Nov 2008 - Oct 2009
1 year
Cape Town, South Africa
Managed client accounts at Wired Communications, building and maintaining relationships, developing and implementing communication strategies, and ensuring projects were completed on time and within budget. Coordinated with creative and media teams to develop and execute communication campaigns. Played a key role in ensuring client satisfaction and contributing to the growth and reputation of the company.
Front Of House Manager
Renaissance Body Science Institute
Jul 2007 - Dec 2008
1 year 6 months
Cape Town, South Africa
Managed the reception area at Renaissance Body Science Institute, ensuring smooth and efficient front desk operations. Responsible for greeting visitors, managing phone calls and emails, scheduling appointments, and maintaining accurate client records. Monitored inventory, ordered supplies, and ensured the front desk area was clean and organized. Played a key role in creating a positive first impression and delivering excellent customer service.