Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Host
Drivers License
Languages
References
Timeline
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Alzena Theresca Brink

Chief Officer, Student Recruitment
80 Heatherdale Road, Bloemfontein

Summary

I am a very passionate, dynamic and results-oriented professional with several years of experience in the work industry, specializing in event coordination and guest services. Adept at managing all aspects of event planning and execution, from initial concept development to post-event evaluation, with a keen focus on delivering exceptional experiences for clients and guests. Proven track record of success in managing teams, exceeding revenue targets, and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach to building relationships with clients, vendors, and team members. Passionate about creating memorable events and dedicated to ensuring seamless operations and exceptional service delivery. Ready to leverage expertise and creativity to contribute to the success of PH group and exceed expectations in the role of Hospitality and Events Coordinator.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Officer/Marketer: Student Recruitment Services

University of the Free State
11.2024 - Current
  • Develops, maintains, and implements the University’s Recruitment Plan (CRM)
  • Responsible for the administration of school visits and delivering presentations concerning the University’s learning programmes.

Senior Assistant Officer: 4/8 Institutional Advancement/Kovsie Alumni Trust

University of the Free State
04.2017 - 10.2018
  • Provided administration support to the Kovsie Alumni Trust
  • Handled correspondence with trustees, donors, and bursary recipients
  • Planned and delivered Kovsie Alumni Trust, Alumni, VC cultivating events and formed part of the Chancellor’s Awards Event committee.

Director AZB Ceilings

01.2017 - 10.2018
  • Handled marketing, finance, site inspection, and building and maintaining new and existing stakeholder relationships.

Senior Assistant Officer: Health & Wellness Centre

University of the Free State
10.2012 - 12.2016
  • Coordinated events, general office administration, finance, filing, venue booking, booking of guest speakers, travel and accommodation bookings, catering arrangements, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders and service providers.

Secretary of the Dean: Student Affairs

University of the Free State
01.2011 - 09.2012
  • Handled events planning, Student enquiries and queries, general admin, assisting with the diary, receiving guests, meeting administration, corporate gifts & wear, electronic filing, assisting with general office duties, e-procurement & finance, travel arrangements & bookings, liaising with stakeholders and vendors, and catering.

Secretary/Administrator

Vela VKE Consulting Engineers
03.2008 - 12.2010
  • Handled typing, orders, arranging meetings and events, taking minutes, handling reception, liaising with internal and external stakeholders, and purchasing and orders.

Admission Clerk

Medi Clinic Bloemfontein
08.2006 - 03.2007
  • Handled admitting and assisting patients, filing, data capture, and general administration.

Assistant Cashier and Admin Clerk

D & P Ceilings
01.2004 - 07.2006
  • Handled general administrative duties, maintaining filing systems, and liaising with clients.

Education

Marketing and Digital Marketing -

BA Specialising in Marketing and Corporate Communication - undefined

First Aid Level 1-3 - undefined

Certificate & Advance Certificate in Labour Law - undefined

CorelDraw Certificate - undefined

Grade 12 - undefined

Skills

Microsoft Office 2007 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

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Host

  • Oprah Winfrey honorary doctorate (VIP hostess)
  • Extravaganza
  • UFS RAG (VIP Hostess)
  • Rector and Alumni functions
  • Chancellors Distinctive Gala
  • Matriculant of the Year
  • Star of Stars Gala Dinner
  • 1st Year’s Welcoming Function
  • UFS Annual Open Day
  • Top Achiever and Principal breakfast

Drivers License

Code 08

Languages

Afrikaans
English

References

  • Louis Lucas, Student Recruitment Services, University of the Free State, 082 928 6276
  • Mr Dawid Kriel, Institutional advancement, University of the Free State, 0514013409
  • Mrs Burneline Kaars, Health and Wellness, University of the Free State, 082 926 9192
  • Mrs Rene Pelser, Assistant Director: Office of the Dean Student Affairs, University of the Free State, 0514012142/0514019087
  • Dr Annette Prins, Staff Wellness, University of the Free State, 082 202 2679
  • Mr Rudi Buys, Previous Dean: Student Affairs, University of the Free State (UFS), 082 448 5984
  • Ms Elmarie Wheeldon, Vela VKE Consulting Engineers, 051 4118700

Timeline

Chief Officer/Marketer: Student Recruitment Services

University of the Free State
11.2024 - Current

Senior Assistant Officer: 4/8 Institutional Advancement/Kovsie Alumni Trust

University of the Free State
04.2017 - 10.2018

Director AZB Ceilings

01.2017 - 10.2018

Senior Assistant Officer: Health & Wellness Centre

University of the Free State
10.2012 - 12.2016

Secretary of the Dean: Student Affairs

University of the Free State
01.2011 - 09.2012

Secretary/Administrator

Vela VKE Consulting Engineers
03.2008 - 12.2010

Admission Clerk

Medi Clinic Bloemfontein
08.2006 - 03.2007

Assistant Cashier and Admin Clerk

D & P Ceilings
01.2004 - 07.2006

Marketing and Digital Marketing -

BA Specialising in Marketing and Corporate Communication - undefined

First Aid Level 1-3 - undefined

Certificate & Advance Certificate in Labour Law - undefined

CorelDraw Certificate - undefined

Grade 12 - undefined

Alzena Theresca BrinkChief Officer, Student Recruitment