David has over 15 years of experience in financial leadership, operations, and ICT systems in the non-profit sector, following more than a decade in commercial project management and ICT roles.
From 2016 to 2023, he served as Head of Operations at the Global Teachers Institute, leading financial strategy, managing donor-funded budgets, and aligning programme delivery with financial oversight. He has also supported organisations like Rise Against Hunger Africa and Food Forward SA. David founded Digital Inventions, a consultancy helping non-profits enhance their monitoring, evaluation, and financial systems through tech-based solutions.
At SJI, David oversees operations and financial management, supports funding partnerships, and ensures effective, accountable grant-making, with a focus on due diligence in finance, governance and sustainability. Originally from the Cape Flats in Cape Town, David’s work is rooted in a deep commitment to equity. He holds a B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Mathematics and Computer Science from the University of Cape Town.
