Vivek Gadodia

Vivek Gadodia has extensive work experience in various roles and industries.

Vivek (V) currently holds the position of Head of Corporate Development at Petra Diamonds, where they led the formulation of the company's refreshed strategy.

Prior to their current role, they worked at Sasol in different capacities. Vivek (V) served as the Head of Stakeholder Relations for ESG & Sustainability, where they developed pro-active relationships with relevant stakeholders. Additionally, they were the Head of Strategy for Environmental & Sustainability, responsible for developing long-term pricing assumptions for energy products. Vivek (V) also worked as a Project Manager on various projects within the company, where they managed deliverables and supported the project director in day-to-day management activities.

Earlier in their career, Vivek worked at Umgeni Water as a Contract Chemical Engineer. In this role, they established several short-term projects, including studying dosing methods for water supply and analyzing iron and manganese levels.

Throughout their career, Vivek has demonstrated strong project management skills and a focus on sustainability and environmental issues.

Vivek Gadodia has a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of KwaZulu-Natal. Vivek (V) also obtained a Bachelor's degree with honors in Chemical Engineering from the same university, specifically from the Howard College. Vivek's education history also includes attending Durban High School, although no specific degree or field of study is mentioned.