Ansia VAN ROOYEN
Farmer
NIGEL
Summary
Dynamic Farm Animal Manager at Rasnie Boerdery, skilled in operations management and team leadership. Enhanced customer satisfaction through strategic marketing and improved safety protocols. Successfully managed livestock health and streamlined meat production processes, achieving operational efficiency while fostering a motivated workforce. Strong communicator with a proven ability to adapt and resolve challenges effectively.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Animal Manager
Rasnie Boerdery
03.2016 - Current
- Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Conducted market research to identify customer needs and adjusted product offerings accordingly, increasing customer satisfaction.
- Responsible for the animal health and handling of the livestock on the farm.
- Do orders on the meat production and see that all the steps is done from scale to meat delivered.
- Help with all the seasons on the farm from planting to harvesting.
- Help with the admin in the office when needed.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
Au Pair
Dr Barnes and Dr Wiets
06.2013 - 02.2015
- Acted as a responsible role model by demonstrating respect, kindness, and healthy habits to the host family''s children.
- Maintained open communication with parents regarding their children's progress, needs, and any concerns that arose during the au pair placement period.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Enhanced family''s daily routine by providing attentive childcare and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment.
- Implemented daily routine to maintain structure and stability
- Improved children''s language skills through engaging conversations and interactive language games.
- Kept children's areas neat and clean.
- Collaborated closely with parents to establish consistent routines expectations promoting stability security for their children.
- Managed daily schedules effectively, ensuring punctuality for school drop-offs and pick-ups as well as extracurricular activities.
- Assisted with housework such as laundry and cooking.
- Implemented creative activities that stimulated child development in areas such as motor skills, cognitive abilities, and social interactions.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Fostered positive relationships with host family members, creating a harmonious living situation for all involved.
- Ensured household cleanliness by performing light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, tidying up toys or organizing play spaces.
- Developed strong bonds with host family members resulting in lasting relationships beyond contract term.
- Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for the children.
- Transported children safely to school, activities and appointments on time.
- Coordinated playdates with other families to encourage socialization among the children under my care.
- Organized age-appropriate educational trips to local museums, parks, zoos stimulating curiosity about the world around them.
- Prepared and accompanied children on outings and vacations, supervising playtime and other activities for safety purposes.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Involved children in caring for household pets and chores.
- Drove children to dance, cheer, and sports practices.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Had to made breakfast, lunch and dinner for the parents.
Education
High School Diploma -
High School John Vorster
Nigel, South AfricaDiploma in Agricultural Livestock Production -
Bathopele
Bloemfontein, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Team leadership
Operations management
Strategic planning
Decision-making
Marketing
Business administration
Customer relationship management (CRM)
Staff management
Relationship building
Project planning
Verbal and written communication
Staff training and development
Business planning
Sales management
Task delegation
Product management
Sales techniques
Coaching and mentoring
Risk management
Data analysis
Conflict resolution
Problem-solving abilities
MS office
Multitasking
Positive attitude
Computer skills
Self motivation
Adaptability and flexibility
Effective communication
Analytical thinking
Problem resolution
Attention to detail
Active listening
Timeline
Farm Animal Manager
Rasnie Boerdery
03.2016 - Current
Au Pair
Dr Barnes and Dr Wiets
06.2013 - 02.2015
Diploma in Agricultural Livestock Production -
Bathopele
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
High School John Vorster