Njabulo Thela, DTM

Member Since: 2014
Home Region: 11
Home District: 74
Supporting Districts: 74, 94, 129, 130

Toastmasters offices held and terms of service (international, region and District level):

• 2022-2023 Immediate Past District Director
• 2021-2022 District Director
• 2020-2021 Program Quality Director
• 2019-2020 Club Growth Director

Toastmasters honors and recognition:

• 2021-2022 President’s Distinguished District Director
• 2020-2021 Excellence in Program Quality Award

What is your understanding of the Region Advisor role and how does your experience relate to the role?

The Region Advisor (RA) supports District Leaders achieve the District Mission – which is to build new clubs and support all clubs achieve excellence. The RA typically works closely with the District Director, Program Quality Director, Club Growth Director and the Public Relations Manager. In my role as Head of Learning & Development (L&D), I support the business identify and nurture talent. My experience will enable me to effectively empower District Leaders. I have extensive Facilitation experience, which complements the RA role.

What is your experience with coaching individuals and/or teams?

In my line of work, I coach and mentor senior leaders and staff. In my Toastmasters journey, for as long as I can remember, I have always had a mentee. Mentoring is one way of living my purpose.

Why are you interested in serving as Region Advisor?

Toastmasters has transformed my professional career, having served five-consecutive years in Cabinet. This is my opportunity to give back as I support District leaders and empower them to be the best leaders they can be. I am highly organized, a great listener and believe I can be an incredible pillar of support.