Tia Loubser
Tia has been a dedicated member of the Edufundi team since 2001. Starting as a personal assistant, she has grown alongside the organisation, playing a key role in the development and expansion of Edufundi’s projects. With over two decades of experience in administration, design, finance, and advanced computer systems, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team. Her background also includes public relations, graphic design, and marketing, making her a dynamic force within the non-profit sector.
Beyond Edufundi, Tia is passionate about health and fitness. She discovered her love for exercise in 2015 and has since turned it into a thriving part of her life. As the Regional Manager for Metafit South Africa, she leads the way in high-intensity interval training (HIIT), supporting fitness professionals across the country. She also holds diplomas in Group Personal Training (NQF4) and Personal Training (NQF5).
When she’s not working or coaching, Tia enjoys spending time with her family, running, and unwinding in the kitchen with some baking.
Dorinda Saunders
Dorinda has been with Edufundi since 2010 and plays a key role in mentor coordination and administration, as well as event planning. She supports two provincial teams and works closely with the mentor support team to ensure mentors are fully equipped to carry out their daily work. In addition, she oversees travel logistics for the organisation.
Dorinda has completed courses in Advanced MS Office, Introduction to Personal Computers, Business Administration and Secretarial, and Play-Based Learning (Birth to Grade 3). A dedicated mother of three, she is also a talented netball player and deeply committed to the well-being of her community.
Nwabisa Mange
Nwabisa joined Edufundi as an intern in 2016 and has since taken on a permanent role, supporting mentor coordination, administration, event planning, and SACE accreditation administration. She works closely with the mentor support team and two provincial teams to ensure smooth operations and also supports Dorinda with travel logistics.
Her journey with Edufundi began in 2015 as a volunteer on the LiteraSEA Project, where she worked to improve literacy levels for Grade 2 learners at Intshinga Primary. During this time, she developed strong skills in public speaking, leadership, self-management, negotiation, and storytelling. Her deep connection to the project and the community allows her to bring unique insight into her work.
Nwabisa studied Business Administration and previously interned at Fezeka Municipality. Outside of work, she is a proud mother of one and enjoys staying active at the gym.
Specialist Consultants
Robin Pocock
Robin joined Edufundi in 2018 as a Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) consultant and has since become an invaluable asset to the team. With a Master’s Degree in M&E from the University of Cape Town and a decade of experience in the field, she brings a wealth of expertise to the organisation.
Specialising in G-Suite data management systems for NPOs, Robin has revolutionised the way Edufundi tracks and analyses data. Her work in live dashboard reporting has provided real-time insights that drive informed decision-making and programme effectiveness. Her dedication and meticulous approach ensure that Edufundi’s impact is not only measured but also maximised.
Robin’s work is further strengthened by the support of her brother, Chris, who plays a key role in refining and maintaining data systems. Together, they form a powerhouse team, ensuring that Edufundi’s M&E processes remain robust, efficient, and forward-thinking.
