Chuene Beauty Ngoepe
Palmridge,South Africa
Summary
I am a dedicated and results-driven Social Sciences graduate with a Bachelor’s degree majoring in Political Studies and Sociology. Currently completing an internship with the Human Sciences Research Council under the SARChI Chair of African Diplomacy and Foreign Policy, where I provide comprehensive administrative, event coordination, and stakeholder support. I have developed strong competencies in event planning, procurement, outsourcing, and the use of organisational systems such as Oracle. My experience includes managing logistics for academic and diplomatic events, maintaining accurate documentation, and facilitating effective communication with partners and service providers. I bring excellent computer literacy, strong communication abilities, and a proven ability to work collaboratively in fast-paced environments. Recognised for my professionalism, attention to detail, and proactive, results-driven approach to delivering high-quality work.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Intern
HSRC : SARChI( University of Johannesburg)
Johannnesburg, South Africa
05.2025 - Current
- Provide administrative and logistical support for academic, research, and diplomatic events.
- Assist in planning, coordinating, and managing workshops, conferences, seminars, and stakeholder engagements.
- Support procurement processes, including sourcing quotations, preparing requisitions, and processing payments through systems such as Oracle.
- Coordinate outsourcing activities, including communication with service providers, caterers, venue managers, and technical teams.
- Facilitate stakeholder partnerships by drafting communication, scheduling meetings, and maintaining professional correspondence.
- Assist in preparing documents, briefing notes, reports, and event materials.
- Maintain organised filing systems, recordkeeping, and documentation tracking for projects and events.
- Manage travel and accommodation arrangements for invited speakers, researchers, and partners.
- Provide front-line communication support, including email handling, telephone communication, and client service.
- Contribute to team coordination, meeting preparations, minute-taking, and internal communication.
Education
Bachelor of Social Science - Political Studies and Sociology
Walter Sisulu University
South Africa 01.2021 - 12.2024
Skills
1Event planning, coordination, and logistics management
2Administrative support, document preparation, and organised recordkeeping
3Stakeholder engagement and partnership coordination
4Procurement processes, outsourcing, and supplier liaison
5Basic computer literacy and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
6Experience using organisational systems such as Oracle
7Professional communication skills—written and verbal
8Effective teamwork, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
9Strong time management, organisation, and multitasking abilities
References
Onkgopotse Modisane | University of Johannesburg
Colleague – 060 724 0605
tmodisane@uj.ac.za
Boitumelo Mokoena|Sarchi-african diplomacy
Mentor-011 559 2716
bjmokoena@uj.ac.za
Timeline
Intern
HSRC : SARChI( University of Johannesburg)
05.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Social Science - Political Studies and Sociology
Walter Sisulu University
01.2021 - 12.2024