Keneilwe Mosito – designs for a flexible, virtual future
Keneilwe Mosito is an interior designer in Profica’s Occupier Services department and part of the Workplace Solutions team. She is passionate about capturing the values of occupiers within office spaces, and making sure every last square meter is used to maximum potential. Keneilwe is most inspired by seeing happy clients. She believes working virtually should be seen as an opportunity not a hindrance, and that flexibility and different environments breed creativity and smart solutions. Calm by nature but highly competitive – Keneilwe certainly aims to be the best.
WHAT STANDS OUT ABOUT THE SADC REGION?
We are diverse, versatile and work well together. What are the workplace solutions trends you’re seeing in your region? Definitely much more virtual collaboration.
WHAT DOES YOUR ROLE AT PROFICA ENTAIL?
It entails dealing with the client directly, familiarising myself with their global guidelines so I can ensure that their offices align with the rest of the company globally.
TELL US ABOUT YOUR CAREER WITH PROFICA.
My career at Profica has been amazing so far. I’m continuing to explore different regions and different cultures within my line of work.
WHAT ARE THE KEY PROJECTS YOU’VE WORKED ON DURING YOUR CAREER?
Total in Maputo, Schlumberger in Nigeria and Ocean Network Express in Ivory Coast.
WHAT, IN YOUR VIEW, IS CRITICAL ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE, OR KEY CONSIDERATIONS, FOR A CLIENT WANTING TO OPTIMISE THEIR WORKPLACE?
Creating flexible workspaces is a crucial way to optimise on space. Having an environment that can adapt to any function will ensure that every square meter is constantly used to its maximum capacity. Some dedicated spaces tend to be left unused for long periods of time.
WHAT ARE THE GREATEST CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES IN THE WORKPLACE SOLUTIONS ENVIRONMENT RIGHT NOW?
The greatest challenge at the moment is collaborating virtually. However, this can be the best opportunity considering that we work in various regions as a company. It needs to be seen as an opportunity rather than a hindrance. You can really reach far and beyond.
HOW WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE THE INDUSTRY CHANGE IN THE NEXT TEN YEARS?
It would be great to allow people more flexibility. Sometimes one gets to a point where they do things routinely, because they are confined in one space every day. Allowing individuals to be flexible in terms of where they work can be greatly advantageous to a company. That’s where creativity comes in and one is able to provide smarter solutions, just from being in a different environment.
WHAT ARE YOUR COMMENTS ON WOMEN WORKING IN OUR INDUSTRY?
They are the most fearless women.
WHAT ARE YOUR COMMENTS / OBSERVATIONS ON GROWING LOCAL TALENT?
We have a lot of diverse talent locally which brings about a great deal of versatility and different ways of thinking and solving problems. It needs to be explored even more.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE PART OF WORKING AT PROFICA?
The birthday wishes! They do not forget anyone.
WHAT REALLY MOTIVATES AND INSPIRES YOU?
Every time a project comes through, we need to make sure that the client is happy… and that’s what inspires me.
WHAT DO YOU BELIEVE THINK YOU’RE GOOD AT, OUTSIDE OF WORK?
I am naturally competitive… put a competition in front of me and I will win for sure!