Mendisa Lungu
Librarian
Knysna
Summary
Personable and reliable with keen attention to detail and ability to maintain focus in high-stakes environments. Possesses solid understanding of exam protocols and procedures, coupled with ability to monitor and manage testing conditions effectively. Dedicated to ensuring fair and secure testing experience for all participants.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4028
4028
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Invigilator
Percy Mdala High School
11.2024 - Current
- Ensuring that I was well informed of all the examination rules and all other information regarding the examinations
- Checking the lighting in the venue and arrange to have broken light bulbs replaced
- Assist in compiling plans showing the desk arrangement for each exam venue that is to be used
- Assist in compiling a seating plan for each examination session
- Drawing up an invigilation timetable for each examination session and ensuring each invigilator signs it
- Collecting, in good time, the examination question papers, answer Books and the relevant examination material needed from the principal
- Checking that no sealed question paper package has been tampered with and keeping the question papers secure until the commencement of the examination
- Monitoring the invigilation: ensuring that invigilators are circulating around the venue, that they are fully vigilant and that there is no unauthorised persons present in the examination room
- Handling any problems and irregularities and reporting them to the principal
- Ending the examination at the stipulated time, collecting the examination answer books, ensuring that their numbers correspond with the number of candidates present and that the books are arranged in the same numerical sequence as that on the mark sheets
- Ensuring that the mark sheets are completed correctly
- Packaging the answer books and completing the necessary documentation
- Arranging for the return of the examination answer books via the courier service on the collection dates
- Maintaining the Exams file
- Completion and submission of the claim form on time
Assistant Project Coordinator
Independent Electoral Commission
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Confirmation and contraction of registration / voting station points.
- Electoral staff recruitment and training.
- Assisted with conducting registration of voters.
- Participated in lection planning.
- Ensuring lection results were accurately counted and correctly recorded.
- Assisted in organizing post-election activities – roll-back, debriefing and reports.
- Maintaining of the voter’s roll.
- Organizing electoral staff supervision, contracting and payment.
- Ensured accurate documentation by maintaining organized project files and records.
- Facilitated smooth project execution by coordinating meetings, agendas, and action items for followup.
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
- Photocopied, distributed and emailed documents to project managers.
- Responded to requests for information on materials to inquiring stakeholders.
Democratic Education Facilitator
Independent Electoral Commission
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Educate communities on civic and democracy education.
- MobiliseD assigned communities to participate in all electoral activities.
- Registered new voters.
- Created weekly reports.
Library assistant
Knysna Municipality
10.2013 - 02.2023
- Greeted patrons with a smile.
- Collected fees, fines and donations for balanced library finances.
- Organized library shelves, materials and equipment in clear, alphabetized order.
- Located library materials, resources and technologies to fulfill patron requests.
- Supported community engagement initiatives by coordinating successful library events and programs for patrons of all ages.
- Answered patron questions in-person or by phone regarding library services and resources.
- Facilitated positive learning environments with effective supervision during study sessions, computer usage, and library visits.
- Assisted patrons needing technical support with computers, printers, or other equipment.
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
- Assisted patrons with printing and copying according to personalized requirements.
- Ensured timely access to resources by efficiently processing incoming books, periodicals, and multimedia items.
- Processed library card applications and maintained patron records with accurate contact information.
- Helped children select appropriate reading level library books.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere by maintaining clean, safe, and inviting spaces within the library premises.
- Provided valuable research assistance to patrons seeking information or guidance on various topics.
- Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
- Collected and processed fines on overdue library materials.
- Conducted library orientations for new users, promoting awareness of library services and resources.
- Streamlined inter-library loan processes, expanding access to diverse materials for patrons.
- Assisted patrons in locating resources, elevating their library experience.
- Assisted patrons with library's computers and provided information on logging onto Internet.
- Answered phone and in-person inquiries about library services, policies and procedures to provide accurate information.
- Managed library materials for accurate record-keeping.
- Utilized computer databases to locate library materials.
- Checked out and checked in materials to support patron circulation needs.
- Assisted with mailings and interlibrary loans to facilitate flow of information and resources between libraries.
- Offered basic reference assistance to support information needs.
Education
High School -
Percy Mdala High School
Bachelor of Information Science - Library and Information Science
Percy Mdala High School
01-2023
Skills
Strong communication skills
Reliable and punctual
Integrity and honesty
Classroom management
Problem-solving aptitude
Strong organization
Punctuality
Highly organized
Record keeping
Proactive approach
Patience and empathy
Further Knowledge
Microsoft office package
Personal Information
- Criminal Record: None
- Date of Birth: 10/17/85
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code 10(C1)
Timeline
Senior Invigilator
Percy Mdala High School
11.2024 - Current
Assistant Project Coordinator
Independent Electoral Commission
04.2024 - 06.2024
Democratic Education Facilitator
Independent Electoral Commission
08.2023 - 03.2024
Library assistant
Knysna Municipality
10.2013 - 02.2023
High School -
Percy Mdala High School
Bachelor of Information Science - Library and Information Science
Percy Mdala High School
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