About
Highly dedicated professional with a Master's degree in Human Resources Management and currently pursuing a Doctoral Degree in Organisational Leadership. Bringing over five years of proven administrative and HR experience within academic environments, I excel at streamlining operations and enhancing organizational effectiveness. My goal-driven and adaptable approach enables significant contributions to institutional objectives, fostering collaborative environments and driving excellence.
Work
Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
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Summary
Overseeing comprehensive HR and administrative functions for the Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment, ensuring efficient operations and compliance.
Highlights
Managed all faculty HR matters, including preparing employment contracts, UI19 forms, and appointment letters, ensuring compliance and smooth onboarding.
Streamlined recruitment processes by scheduling interviews, communicating with candidates, placing adverts, and screening CVs, enhancing hiring efficiency.
Organized and maintained meticulous personnel records, ensuring data integrity and accessibility for over 500 faculty members.
Executed general office duties, including managing communications, handling inquiries, and document processing, supporting daily faculty operations.
Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
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Summary
Provided comprehensive administrative and HR support for postgraduate programs within the Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment, facilitating student and departmental operations.
Highlights
Managed the end-to-end application, admission, and registration processes for postgraduate students, ensuring seamless progression for over 500 students annually.
Maintained and updated critical student records and databases (MIS, HEDA, ITS System), ensuring data accuracy and accessibility for academic and administrative reporting.
Administered the exemption and recognition of prior learning processes, facilitating fair and compliant academic assessments.
Scheduled and coordinated key meetings, including DCRI & DCPS, compiling agendas and minutes, improving departmental communication and decision-making.
Assisted the HOD, senior staff, and lecturers with diverse administrative tasks, contributing to efficient departmental functioning.
Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
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Summary
Supported postgraduate administration within the Faculty, focusing on student management, record-keeping, and general office functions.
Highlights
Handled applications, admissions, and registrations for postgraduate students, ensuring timely processing for hundreds of applicants.
Managed and updated comprehensive student records and databases, maintaining accuracy for academic and administrative purposes.
Assisted with departmental postgraduate matters, including organizing functions, research days, and orientations, enhancing student experience.
Maintained up-to-date computer and manual filing systems, ensuring efficient retrieval of departmental documents.
Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
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Summary
Provided dedicated administrative support for postgraduate programs and general departmental operations, ensuring smooth academic processes.
Highlights
Managed applications, admissions, and registrations for postgraduate students, contributing to efficient student intake.
Maintained and updated student records and databases, ensuring data integrity for academic reporting.
Scheduled meetings and presentations for proposal submissions, facilitating academic progress for students.
Provided front desk information and academic administration support for MEng Engineering Management and Bridging programmes, assisting hundreds of inquiries.
Liaised with internal and external stakeholders, including industry partners, to support departmental initiatives and student queries.
Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
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Summary
Supported postgraduate administrative functions, focusing on student admissions, record management, and general departmental assistance.
Highlights
Managed applications, admissions, and registrations for postgraduate students, contributing to efficient student enrollment.
Maintained and updated student records and databases, ensuring accuracy and accessibility of critical information.
Assisted the HOD, senior staff, and lecturers with administrative tasks, improving departmental efficiency.
Provided front desk support for MEng Engineering Management and Bridging programmes, addressing student queries and registration concerns.
Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
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Summary
Provided administrative and event coordination support for the Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment.
Highlights
Assisted the Faculty Marketer with administrative tasks, supporting outreach and promotional efforts.
Organized and coordinated key faculty events, including Orientation Day, competition days, and academic excellence awards, enhancing student and faculty engagement.
Arranged conference meeting rooms and facilities, ensuring smooth execution of academic gatherings.
Facilitated school visits and competition activities for the Faculty, promoting STEM education and engagement.
Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
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Summary
Provided HR administrative support, focusing on recruitment and employee record management within the Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment.
Highlights
Assisted with the recruitment process, including screening CVs, shortlisting candidates, and scheduling interviews, contributing to efficient talent acquisition.
Maintained and updated comprehensive employee records (hard and soft copies), ensuring data integrity and confidentiality for FEBE employees.
Handled sensitive biographical data discreetly, ensuring compliance with privacy standards.
Facilitated communications with candidates throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
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Summary
Provided front-line administrative and technical support services in the ERC Library, assisting students with information access.
Highlights
Managed incoming calls, taking messages, and redirecting inquiries efficiently, improving communication flow for library users.
Performed essential office duties including copying, binding, laminating, scanning, and filing, supporting daily library operations.
Set up internet accounts for students, enabling access to online resources and facilitating academic research.
Education
Languages
English
Afrikaans
Setswana
Certificates
Skills
Communication Skills
Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Active Listening, Interpersonal Communication.
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office Suite, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook, Data Entry, Database Management (MIS, HEDA, ITS System).
Research Methods
Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, Data Analysis, Academic Research.
Problem-solving Skills
Critical Thinking, Issue Resolution, Analytical Skills, Decision Making.
Interpersonal Skills
Relationship Building, Empathy, Conflict Resolution, Customer Service.
Coaching Skills
Mentorship, Training, Skill Development, Performance Coaching.
Presenting Skills
Public Speaking, Presentation Delivery, Visual Aids, Audience Engagement.
Teamwork and Collaboration Abilities
Cross-functional Collaboration, Team Leadership, Group Facilitation, Interdepartmental Coordination.
Human Resources Management
Recruitment, Onboarding, Personnel Records Management, HR Documentation, Compliance, HR Administration.
Administrative Support
Office Management, Scheduling, Record Keeping, Correspondence Management, Data Management, Filing Systems.
Student Administration
Admissions Processing, Registration Management, Student Record Management, Academic Support, Postgraduate Administration.
Event Coordination
Event Planning, Logistics Management, Venue Booking, Stakeholder Engagement.
References
Dr. AN Kubayi
SENIOR LECTURE + HOD, Tshwane University of Technology, Sport, Rehabilitation, and Dental Sciences, (012) 382 4272, kubayina@tut.ac.za
Ms. R. Janse Van Vuuren
ADMINISTRATOR, ASSISTANT REGISTRAR, Tshwane University of Technology, Office of the Registrar, Faculty of Engineering & the Build Environment, (012) 382 5887, JanseVanVuurenR@tut.ac.za
Miss L Mokae
HR ADMIN OFFICER, Tshwane University of Technology, Faculty of Engineering & the Build Environment, Human Resource & Transformation, (012) 382 5185, MokaeL@tut.ac.za
Mr. T Nenzhelele
HOD, Tshwane University of Technology, Faculty of Engineering & the Build Environment, Department of Industrial Engineering, (012) 382 5967, NenzheleleT@tut.ac.za