Ms. Gadibotsile Chakandinakira is a Specialist in International Linkages and Partnerships at the Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST). With over eleven years of experience in various administrative functions, she possesses a comprehensive understanding of university operations and governance. In her current role, Ms. Chakandinakira manages partnership projects and mobility programs, fostering collaborative relationships with international institutions and facilitating industry linkages. She serves as the Project Manager for several significant initiatives, including Focus on Africa Space Science and Technology 4 Future Development (FAST4FUTURE), Intra-Africa, Pan African Planetary and Space Science Network (PAPSSN), Intra-Africa, Educational for Laser-based Manufacturing (ELbM), and Smart Manufacturing Engineering for Knowledge Economy (SM2KE). With her expertise in project management, Ms. Chakandinakira ensures the successful implementation and coordination of these initiatives, contributing to BIUST's commitment to international collaboration and academic excellence.

She holds a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Political Science and Public Administration from the University of Botswana.