Afrika Tikkun Executive and Leadership Team

Shirley Vrnjas, the Office of the Chief Executive Officer at Afrika Tikkun, directs the overarching strategic vision and organizational alignment. Managing high-level stakeholder relations, the Office of the Chief Executive Officer ensures that all cradle-to-career initiatives remain focused on poverty reduction and youth empowerment. This leadership role involves coordinating with the board to refine long-term goals while maintaining operational excellence across all South African centers. By overseeing the integration of education, health, and skills training programs, Shirley Vrnjas drives the mission to foster sustainable growth for young adults. The Office of the Chief Executive Officer monitors performance metrics to guarantee that resources reach the most vulnerable communities effectively. Through rigorous oversight of organizational health, the Office of the Chief Executive Officer secures the future of the next generation of leaders and innovators within the region.

Tiyani Mohlaba, the Chief Operating Officer at Afrika Tikkun, manages the daily execution of youth development programs and service delivery. Overseeing the implementation of early childhood development and career support initiatives, the Chief Operating Officer ensures that operational workflows remain efficient and impactful. This role requires constant collaboration with community leaders to optimize the delivery of essential services across Gauteng and beyond. Tiyani Mohlaba drives the expansion of training programs, ensuring that every participant gains access to necessary personal development opportunities. By streamlining internal processes, the Chief Operating Officer maintains the high standards required for sustainable youth empowerment. The Chief Operating Officer also evaluates program outcomes to refine service delivery models, ensuring that the organization meets its core objectives. Through disciplined management, the Chief Operating Officer supports the broader mission of reducing youth unemployment and fostering long-term community resilience.

Jabulile Kubheka, the PA for the Chief Operating Officer at Afrika Tikkun, coordinates administrative functions and supports the operational leadership team. Managing complex schedules and communication flows, the PA for the Chief Operating Officer ensures that executive priorities remain clear and actionable. This role involves facilitating meetings between departments to maintain alignment on youth development projects and service delivery schedules. Jabulile Kubheka drives the administrative efficiency required to support the organization's cradle-to-career programs across various regions. By organizing critical documentation and tracking project milestones, the PA for the Chief Operating Officer enables the leadership team to focus on strategic growth and community engagement. The PA for the Chief Operating Officer also serves as a primary point of contact for internal and external partners, ensuring that information moves seamlessly to support the mission of reducing youth unemployment and fostering sustainable development.

Precious Milanzi, the Candidate Human Resource Manager (Chief Human Resources Officer) at Afrika Tikkun, architects the talent strategy and organizational culture necessary for non-profit success. Managing recruitment, training, and staff development, the Candidate Human Resource Manager (Chief Human Resources Officer) ensures that the workforce remains aligned with the mission of empowering youth. This role involves designing performance frameworks that support employees dedicated to cradle-to-career programs. Precious Milanzi drives initiatives that promote professional growth among staff, ensuring that the organization retains top talent capable of fostering sustainable community impact. By overseeing human capital policies, the Candidate Human Resource Manager (Chief Human Resources Officer) maintains a high-performance environment focused on education and health outcomes. The Candidate Human Resource Manager (Chief Human Resources Officer) also facilitates internal communication strategies to keep teams motivated and focused on the long-term goal of breaking the cycle of poverty.

Birgit Vijverberg, the Chief Operations Officer at Afrika Tikkun, oversees the logistical infrastructure and supply chain requirements for all youth-focused initiatives. Managing the physical resources and facility operations, the Chief Operations Officer ensures that every center provides a safe and effective environment for education and skills training. This role involves optimizing the distribution of essential services to ensure maximum reach within South African communities. Birgit Vijverberg drives the implementation of scalable operational models that support the organization's long-term impact goals. By coordinating with regional managers, the Chief Operations Officer maintains consistency in service quality and resource allocation. The Chief Operations Officer also monitors operational budgets to ensure financial sustainability while expanding the reach of career support programs. Through rigorous oversight of infrastructure, the Chief Operations Officer enables the organization to provide consistent, high-quality support to children and young adults striving for a better future.