Myron Betshanger Resume

Curriculum Vitae

Myron Duncan Burton Betshanger

"For the man who walks with GOD always reaches his destination."

119 Genl. Kemp Street Bendor Polokwane Limpopo Province South Africa 0699

WHAT THE CANDIDATE OFFERS / REPRESENTS:


119 Genl. Kemp Street Bendor Polokwane Limpopo Province South Africa 0699

mailto:[email protected]


Myron Duncan Burton

Betshanger

VALUES & PRINCIPLES TEAMWORK

STRATEGIC FOCUSED

INNOVATION & CREATIVITY

ANALYTICAL & PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS RESULT DRIVEN

MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP SKILLS

METHODOLOGICAL

GOVERNANCECUSTOMER ORIENTATED


Myron Betshanger

Personal & Professional

Work Methodology


SURNAME : Betshanger

FIRST NAME : Myron, Duncan, Burton

NATIONALITY : South African (ZA)

LANGUAGES

CONTACT DETAILS

: English / Afrikaans

Cell. Number. +27 74 7803862 / +27 76 2286088

e-mail. [email protected]

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FORMAL EDUCATION : Colinda Secondary School (Matric) – 1988Subjects: Afrikaans, English, Biology, History, Geography and Business Economics

TERTIARY EDUCATION : UNISA – 2011

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Honours Degree Subjects: World Trade Law; S.A. Banking Law and Usage; International Trade Law; Companies Law; Advance Law of Negotiable Instruments; Advanced Criminal Law-Anti-corruption Law;Cheque Law and Documentary Letters of Credit.

Perseverance College of Education – 1993Senior Primary Education / Teaching DiplomaSubjects: Afrikaans, English, Biology, History, Geography

COMPUTER LITERACY : MS Windows, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook, SAP, Emptoris, Citrix and Slide Share

Copies of Qualifications and related documents available on request.

NOTICE PERIOD : Available immediately

AVAILABLE FOR INTERVIEWS

: At interviewers request

REFERENCE ATTACHED : References Included.

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Professional Achievements

Procurement Anti-fraud & Anti- Corruption Training Materialhttp://www.slideshare.net/Ganggang1970/doc-procurement-anti-fraud-and-anticorruption

http://www.slideshare.net/Ganggang1970/embedding-anti-corruption-due-diligence-in-procurement

Myron Betshanger’s Publications & Public Appearances

http://www.slideshare.net/Ganggang1970/global-risks-and-intergrated-reporting

http://www.slideshare.net/Ganggang1970/2013-procurement-fraud-africa-summit


Combating Fraud & Corruption In Mining & Metals Industry Summithttp://www.slideshare.net/Ganggang1970/combating-fraud-corruption-in-the-mining-metals-industry-reengineering-business-ethics-in-mining-2013

Audit, Risk Management & Governance Summit

http://www.slideshare.net/Ganggang1970/audit-risk-management-and-governance-summit-3

The Role of Internal Audithttp://www.slideshare.net/Ganggang1970/role-of-internal-audit

Corporate Governance, Ethics, Corruption and Access To Capitalhttp://www.slideshare.net/Ganggang1970/corporate-governance-ethics-corruption-and-access-to-capital

http://www.slideshare.net/Ganggang1970


EMPLOYMENT HISTORY (MOST RECENT FIRST)

Company : TUV nord Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd on contractual

assignment to Eskom Holdings (SOC) Ltd

Type of Industry : Energy and Utilities

Dates of Employment

: December 2013 to May 2014

Position Held

Duties & Responsibilities :

: Senior Adviser Procurement Quality Assurance

The Execution of all Procurement Quality Assurance Activities in

terms of ISO 9001:2008 during the procurement phase.

Managing and directing supplier assessment teams In

determining effective assessment strategies (e.g. physical

visits, reference checks, etc) and commissioning assessment

teams to execute assessments of potential suppliers.

Initiating and coordinating Procurement Quality meetings.

Managing the development of quality assessment and

evaluation criteria.

Ensuring that all Quality specifications are included in Tender

Solicitation and Procurement documents.

Managing and coordinating in site clarification meetings to

address Procurement Quality requirements

Overseeing the evaluation of Procurement Quality

requirements from all proposals, and ensure that reports are

submitted to the designated senior management functionaries.

Receive all Quality documents (e.g. Quality Plans, Quality

Control plans, draft ITP’s, etc) and act as the contact person on

all quality related documents from suppliers.

Reviewing all draft contracts to ensure that Quality

Management requirements are well documented.

Participating in contract negotiations with/ or adequately

mandate and brief negotiating teams to ensure that Quality

Management Requirements are not compromised.

Participating and Providing Supplier & Contractor Training on

Quality Management System (QMS) development and

implementation.

Reason for Leaving : Consultancy Contract was terminated as a result of Eskom’s reduced requirements.


Company : ProTem Recruitment / BIE Khum Investment (Joint Venture)

on contractual assignment to Eskom Holdings (SOC) Ltd

Type of Industry : Energy and Utilities

Dates of Employment

: October 2012 to October 2013

Position Held

Duties & Responsibilities :

: Senior Adviser Procurement Quality Assurance

The Execution of all Procurement Quality Assurance Activities in

terms of ISO 9001:2008 during the procurement phase.

Managing and directing supplier assessment teams In

determining effective assessment strategies (e.g. physical

visits, reference checks, etc) and commissioning assessment

teams to execute assessments of potential suppliers.

Initiating and coordinating Procurement Quality meetings.

Managing the development of quality assessment and

evaluation criteria.

Ensuring that all Quality specifications are included in Tender

Solicitation and Procurement documents.

Managing and coordinating in site clarification meetings to

address Procurement Quality requirements

Overseeing the evaluation of Procurement Quality

requirements from all proposals, and ensure that reports are

submitted to the designated senior management functionaries.

Receive all Quality documents (e.g. Quality Plans, Quality

Control plans, draft ITP’s, etc) and act as the contact person on

all quality related documents from suppliers.

Reviewing all draft contracts to ensure that Quality

Management requirements are well documented.

Participating in contract negotiations with/ or adequately

mandate and brief negotiating teams to ensure that Quality

Management Requirements are not compromised.

Participating and Providing Supplier & Contractor Training on

Quality Management System (QMS) development and

implementation.

Reason for Leaving : Contract between Eskom Holdings (SOC) Ltd and BIE / Khum Investment (JV) t/a Moja Quality was terminated by Eskom resulting in termination of candidates assignment to Eskom Holdings (SOC) LTD.


Company : Ernest & Young South Africa

Type of Industry : Assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services

Dates of Employment : May 2012 to July 2012

Positions Held

Duties & Responsibilities:

: Contracts Specialist – Fixed Tern Non-Permanent Position

Management of the Tender Administration Process

Coordinate the drafting of the contract with legal and Tender Evaluation Committee (TEC)

Ensuring that the terms of reference included in a draft contract are the ones the TEC or business executive had agreed with the service provider

Contracts Management

Maintain a contract register by updating it for new contracts, amendments and expired contracts

Issue instruction to CLS for the drafting of contract in line with approved bid award and/or procurement process and coordinating the finalisation of contract among all relevant stakeholders

Charges and cost monitoring Safe keeping of documents Inform end-users of the pending expiry of their contract 90 day

prior to expiry Inform service providers of the pending termination of the contract

as per contract terms Timely review of contract price adjustment Facilitate extension of contracts within applicable thresholds

Contracts Performance Evaluation

Serve as a member of the tender evaluation committee as and when required

Collate all contract performance evaluation reports from the business unit on a quarterly basis

Take necessary action in response to raised concerns in the performance evaluation report

Collate and consolidate contract weekly and monthly reports Follow up on expectations identified in the reports

Reason for Leaving Expiration of 4 months Fixed Term Non-renewable contract.

Company : Anglo American Kumba Iron Ore (SIOC)


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Type of Industry : Mining

Dates of Employment : December 2009 to December 2011

Position Held

Duties & Responsibilities:

: Contracts Specialist / Buyer

Buying

The procurement of mining equipment, spares, materials, services and commodities in accordance with Anglo American Kumba Iron Ore’s strategic procurement plan and to ensure the continued availability of all strategic commodities, spares and materials required for mining operations

To monitor and implement Kumba Iron Ore’s strategic supplier performance management measures so as to ensure optimal supplier performance

The supervision of a team of Buyers to ensure adherence to the company’s procurement policy as well as to ensure that all required materials are purchased in accordance with specifications and delivered in accordance with the “ Just-In-Time” principle and that inventory carries sufficient stock in accordance with KIO’s stocking strategy

Capital and operational procurement. Issuing of RFX process documents (i.e. RFP‘s, RFI’s & RFQ’s) to

suppliers Ensuring adherence to Kumba Iron Ore’s preferential procurement

policy Management of Commercial Bid Analysis in respect of RFQ’s Market research and benchmarking to ensure all purchases are in

line with Best Practices and to achieve Best value for money in relation to all purchases End-user engagement and relationship management to ensure

policy adherence, that goods and services are procured and supplied in accordance with end-user specifications as per internal Service Level Agreements

Providing end-user clients with advice as regards commercial issues and assist them in drafting Bills of Quantities and scope of works in respect of material and/or service requisitions

Rendering assistance to end-user clients in compiling Bills of Materials (BOM’s)

Development and maintenance of the mine’s Purchase Forecasting Plan

Identification, management and mitigation of procurement risks Rendering assistance to MRP Clerks to ensure the availability of

critical spares and upkeep of inventory Tracking and reporting of supplier performance Price negotiations with suppliers to ensure optimal benefits for KIO Expediting of deliveries in respect of ordered goods Cooperating with inventory and logistics management to ensure

that goods, spares and commodities are delivered at the right time, at the right place and to the relevant end-user client in the correct quantities and in accordance to the correct specifications

Reporting on Kolomela Mine’s monthly, quarterly and annual contract spend

Tracking and reporting on Kolomela Mine’s BEE/BBBEE and Local Spend

Tender Process Administration

Initiate and form part of a Cross-Functional Tender Committee,


either ad hoc or permanent

End-user client engagement to ensure Scope of Work and/or Bills of Materials are commercially compliant and rendering advise to end-user client as regards commercial aspects of tender document and contracts

Preparation of Tender Invitation Documents Tender Issuance, Evaluation, Adjudication and Award Initiate and Coordinate Site Inspection and Clarification meetings

including the administration of queries from suppliers in respect of tender specifications

Tender adjudication and recommendation

Participate in all tender evaluation, adjudication and award processes as part of the mine’s

Cross Functional Procurement Team ensuring transparency and adherence to KIO Procurement Policy

Ensuring that necessary due diligence are performed in respect of new and existing contracts and contracts including the following commercial and non-commercial risks

Payment Terms Waiver Lien Local Cost Escalations Penalties and Damages Foreign Exchange Fluctuations Contractual Risk Exposure in re Corruption, Fraud and Money-

Laundering Responsible for the completion of the Commercial Bid Analysis

(CBA) Responsible for the issue of Letters of Acceptance to successful

bidder Responsible for the issue of Letters of Regret to all unsuccessful

bidders. Conduct post tender negotiations with successful tendered as

regards price, technical specifications, delivery scheduling and the mitigation and management of identified contractual risks

Contract award and ongoing management

Prepare and finalize contract documentation to enable buyers to process Orders

Ensuring signed letter of appointment in respect of PCS is in place Ensure contracts are drafted, authorized and signed within the

specified time frame as per SLA Ensure good governance in respect of all aspects of the

procurement and contract management process Ensure all stakeholders comply with SCM policies and procedures Management and reporting of procurement savings benefits

achieved during contractual negotiations Ensuring the necessary Bank Guarantees, Performance

Guarantees, Cessions etc. are in place Advising Management about cancellation of contracts due to non-

performance Negotiating/escalating contractual disputes and penalties to

Management Attend to all contractual amendments; Supplier Performance Management in accordance to contractual

terms and conditions. Managing all Contract close out processes Act as custodian of all contract documents and managing the

upkeep of the Contract Register Preparing and maintaining the company/mine’s Sole and/or


Reason for Leaving

Preferred Supplier List Managing the maintenance of the Conflict of Interest Declarations

Register Developing and maintaining the mine’s register in respect of BEE

and local spend

Contract Variations

Coordinating all variations orders regarding Forex, Local escalations, change in scope variations

Ensuring that all contracts variations are priced correctly and approved by Tender Board

Logging of all contract variations on Contract Register and EMPTORIS/SAP System by the contracts Administrator


Sought alternate employment opportunities more aligned with his legal qualifications.


Company : Limpopo Province Department of Education

Type of Industry : Education

Dates of Employment : October 1994 to August 2009

Position Held

Duties & Responsibilities

: Educator

Academic

Responsible for the teaching/facilitation of: HISTORY in Grades 10 to 12: FET-phase in ENGLISH and

AFRIKAANS medium of instruction LIFE SCIENCES (BIOLOGY) in Grades 10, 11& 12 in ENGLISH

and AFRIKAANS medium. Experienced in teaching SOCIAL SCIENCES: GET-phase (Grades

7, 8 & 9)

Administrative / Managerial

Responsible for the following administrative and managerial functions

Head of School’s Procurement Committee and responsible for negotiating and drafting of contracts (including the negotiating prices) and interpreting contacts and providing advise the school’s management team on contractual terms and conditions as well as entering into contractual relation with school’s service providers and contractual partners

Control and maintenance of school's furniture inventory Coordination and management of LEPEIST SATURDAY

CLASSES and Winter Enrichment Classes for Grade 12 Learners in accordance with NCS Chairperson of School‘s Disciplinary Committee and responsible

for the conduct of learner disciplinary hearings and related matters

Acts as advisor to school's principal regarding the interpretation and implementation of related legislative instruments and departmental policies and circulars

Whole School Evaluation Co-ordinator responsible for the implementation of the Department of Education’s Integrated Quality Management System (IQMS) for the evaluation of educators within Westenburg Secondary School

Reason for Leaving : After 15 years within the education industry I left to pursue new challenges / new career developments

EXAMPLES OF KEY SKILLS SETS AND KNOWLEDGE AREAS


FIELD KNOWLEDGE SKILL SET1. Corporate Governance King II & KING III-Report, IIRC’s Integrated

Reporting Framework, Global Reporting Initiative’s (GRI’s) G3 & G4 Corporate Sustainability Reporting. Internal and External Audit Planning and Reviews, Legislative & Regulatory Interpretation & Compliance Monitoring.

Policy Development, Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation. Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) Management, Legal, Regulatory, Ethics & Compliance Monitoring, Corporate Social Responsibility Management. Corporate Organizational Structure Development Strategies.

2. Procurement Management & Administration

ISO 9001:2008 Quality Systems Management.Public Finance Management Act (PFMA):Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act(PPPFA),B-BBEE (Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act Code of Good Practice.Supplier Assessment and Supplier Audit Process Management and Methodology Development.SAP Materials Management, Emptoris Contracts Management, Procurement Forecasting and Procurement Spend Analysis:EPCM-ContractsNEC – Suite Contracts (NEC ECC3 Engineering & Construction; NEC ECSC3 Engineering & Construction short contract; NEC PSC3; NEC Supply contract / Supply Short contract and Term Service Short Contract)International Procurement Legislative and Regulatory Instruments and Guidelines such as the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC) Guidebook on Anti-Corruption in Public Procurement, UNCITRAL Model Law on Public Procurement, World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement (WTO-GPA)

Buying / Sourcing, Preferential Procurement Policy Development, Implementation and Monitoring; Procurement Quality Assurance Management, Commissioning and Management of Supplier Assessment and Supplier Audit Team and related activities. Procurement Planning & Strategy Management, Management of Procurement Cross-Functional Team Activities, Tender Solicitation, Tender Evaluation, Tender Award, Procurement Policy and Procedure Development, Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation, Contracts Management, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Procurement Anti-Corruption and Anti-Fraud Management and Training.

3. Enterprise Risk Management

COSO ERM – Strategies & ISO 13001 Risk Management Frameworks

Risk Strategy Development incl. Risks Identification, Risk Analysis, Risks Prioritization, Risks Mitigation Planning. Risks Allocation.

4. Strategy Development Planning and Implementation

SWAT Analysis, GAP Analysis, Performance Management

Market Analysis, Business Optimization, SWOT & GAP Analysis, Strategy Planning

5. Computer Literacy MS Word, MS Outlook, MS Excel, Share-point Power Point & Slide Share Presentations, Internet, SAP Materials Management

ADVANCED USER

6. Leadership & Team Management

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Key Performance Reports

Well developed Interpersonal skills, motivator and team player. Excellent skill in change management and turnaround situations. Advanced Public Speaking Abilities with great communication skill sets including the use of multi-media presentation tools.

7. Business Progress Reporting

Balance Scorecard Analysis, Procurement Forecast Register Reports, Spend Analysis, Budget and Budget Monitoring

Analytical Reports on Balance Scorecards, PI Diagrams


CONFIDENTIAL REFERENCES

DATE : 16 May 2014

COMPANY : Anglo American

REFEREE’S NAME : Gert Albertus Ferris

REFEREE’S POSITION : Operational Supply Chain Manager

SWITCHBOARD NUMBER : +27(0)53 313 9000

DIRECT NUMBER : +27(0)53 313 9169

CELL NUMBER : +27 (0)71 8630379

CANDIDATE’S POSITION : Contracts Specialist / Buyer

DID CANDIDATE REPORT TO YOU : Yes

FOR HOW LONG : 2010 – 2011

DATES OF EMPLOYMENT : December 2009 to December 2011

REASONS FOR LEAVING : To search for opportunities aligned with his legal qualifications

MAJOR DUTIES : Confirmed as per CV

HOW WOULD YOU RATE COMPUTER LITERACY OUT OF 10

: 8 / 10

HOW WOULD YOU RATE INITIATIVE : 10 / 10

WORK PERFORMANCE : An Excellent Performer

SPECIAL STRENGTHS

: Paid attention to detail, good negotiations and cost saving skills, reliable, excellent analytical mindset, problem solving and decision making skills

COMPUTER PROGRAMS WORKED ON : MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook, MS Office, Share Point, SAP / Emptoris system



DATE : 16 May 2014

COMPANY : Eskom Holdings (SOC) Ltd

REFEREE’S NAME : Ronnie Botha

REFEREE’S POSITION : Team Lead – Eskom Procurement Quality Assurance

CELL NUMBER : +27(0)82 4976344

CANDIDATE’S POSITION : Senior Adviser Procurement Quality Assurance

DID CANDIDATE REPORT TO YOU : Yes

FOR HOW LONG : 2012 – 2013

DATES OF EMPLOYMENT : October 2012 to October 2013

REASONS FOR LEAVING : Expiration of Contractual Period

MAJOR DUTIES : Confirmed as per CV

HOW WOULD YOU RATE COMPUTER LITERACY OUT OF 10

: 8 / 10

HOW WOULD YOU RATE INITIATIVE : 10 / 10

WORK PERFORMANCE : An Excellent Performer

SPECIAL STRENGTHS

: Highly motivated, self-starter that takes initiative. Big picture thinker who is very Innovative and pays attention to detail, has good interpersonal and negotiations and cost saving skills, reliable, excellent analytical mindset, problem solving and critical decision making skills

ANY LIMITATIONS : None

SUPERVISION NEEDED : No – able to work independently

COMPARED TO OTHERS IN A SIMILAR CAPACITY

: Above average

ABILITY TO COPE UNDER PRESSURE : Coped extremely well under pressure

ABILITY TO MEET TARGETS AND DEADLINES

: Yes, met targets and deadlines

ANY DOUBT ON HONESTY AND INTEGRITY

: No

ATTENDANCE / PUNCTUALITY : 100 %

RELATIONSHIPS : Excellent Interpersonal relationships all round

CANDIDATE OF SOBER HABITS : Yes

RE-EMPLOYMENT : Yes I would

WHICH POSTIONS WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS CANDIDATE FOR

: Senior Advisor- Corporate Governance / Chief /Senior Compliance Officer/ Procurement Manager/ Senior Adviser Procurement Quality Assurance

Other Professional Recommendations - Myron Duncan Burton Betshanger

Terry Matthews Senior Intelligence Analyst and Investigator: World Bank

“Apart from Myron Betshanger’s clear knowledge of procurement and his passionate views on the scourge of corruption, and his sense of justice - I was most impressed by Myron's willingness to engage with anyone and share his advice, guidance and wisdom. He has an encyclopedic knowledge of procurement, procurement fraud and corruption - and is determined to promote increased transparency and accountability in the process. I do not think he sleeps - he is forever trying to make the lot of South Africans better. A true professional, I strongly recommend him to you.

Corrie Bezuidenhout SUPPLY MANAGER at Sasol

“I have the opportunity to deal with Myron Betshanger on a regular basis regarding Procurement Management and Procurement Anti-Corruption and Fraud Governance related matters. His knowledge in this field enables him to stand out from the rest of the crowd. Myron Betshanger is a big picture thinker with extensive strategic planning and leadership experience gained with blue chip companies in a variety of Legal specialists and supply chain roles. He is a versatile executive experienced in turnaround situations and is continuously demonstrating a passion for excellence and strong drive for results. Myron’s holistic view and passion for Procurement and Procurement Governance enables him to be one of the most impressive Specialists in Fraud and Corruption in South Africa today as he leads by example and inspiring all directly and indirectly associated with him.”

Russell Florence

PRO South Africa ([email protected])“Myron sense of justice, sharp wit and incredible humanity illustrates how great leaders are predestined for legacy. Myron will no doubt in my mind be a voice for ordinary South Africans, his empathy for the vulnerable illustrates his great character. I therefore recommend him as a pro-active thought leader, who will add great value to any organization he finds himself in.”

Michael Volkov - CEO The Volkov Law Group LLC, http://volkovlaw.com

Past Experiences: Chief Counsel to Senator Hatch on the Senate Judiciary Committee: Chief Counsel to Chairman Sensenbrenner on the House Judiciary Committee: Deputy Assistant Attorney General in the US Department of Justice.

“I have known Myron Betshanger for the last five years and frequently collaborate with him on projects and specific matters relating to anti-corruption compliance. Mr. Betshanger is a talented and dedicated professional. He exercises terrific judgment and is very knowledgeable about Corporate Governance, Ethics and Compliance as well as anti-corruption law enforcement and related matters. Myron Betshanger is a member of numerous professional organizations and discussion forums relating to these areas of interest. He regularly contributes to these organizations and is a frequent speaker at a variety of Corporate Governance, Ethics, Compliance and Anti-corruption events. Mr. Betshanger has thus established himself as a well-sought after thought leader on ethics and corporate governance matters. . It is my firm believe that Mr. Betshanger would make a terrific addition and great contribution to any institution, corporation or organization he serves and without any hesitation I strongly recommend his candidacy for employment.”

Mikhail Doronin Expert Russian Federation International Trade and Development

“Myron Betshanger dedicates his professional activities and knowledge to prevent sophisticated white collar crime in anti-corruption, money-laundering and terrorist financing law areas. His professional opinion is very valuable in such issues as legal and ethics compliance, corporate governance as well procurement procedures and contracts management.”


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Myron Betshanger Resume