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Chwayita Xozwa

2728 N.U.12 Mdantsane

Summary

Professional with extensive experience in database management and water asset mapping at Amathole District Municipality. Demonstrated ability to enhance data accuracy and streamline operations, ensuring compliance with technical documentation and infrastructure asset management standards. Proven track record in coordinating projects that support reliable and sustainable water services to the community.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrator: Water Management Information System (WMIS)

Amathole District Municipality
10.2012 - Current
  • Executed tasks related to preparation, capturing, storing, and maintaining water asset data for Water Management Information System (WMIS).
  • Provide statistical databases by compiling, verifying, and analyzing data per operational area for divisional heads, managers, engineers, and technicians to compile water audit reports.
  • Developed accurate as-built drawings using engineering, design, analysis, and management systems according to scale.
  • Inspect project sites to verify if reticulation, electrical, and mechanical component layout is consistent with drawings by consultants and contractors.
  • Converted and formatted data from hard copy and digital sources using specific application tools.
  • Captured infrastructure data onto WMIS from AS-Build drawings to ensure accessibility.
  • Control the production of the Water Division data plans, specifications, documents, and correspondence by conducting site inspections in order to ensure there is no duplication of data input and that no data gaps persist.
  • Monitored water levels and flows in reservoirs using SCADA system to ensure accountability.
  • Strategizing the implementation of water demand and conservation initiatives in a concerted and planned manner.
  • Prepared monthly incident management reports and maintained water and sanitation incidents records.
  • Assisted in drafting Standard Operating Procedures for infrastructure asset maintenance.
  • Developed reports using municipal data for internal review and compliance purposes.
  • Train new staff on administrative procedures and software tools utilized in water operations.
  • To ensure the work environment is always safe, and staff always comply with the OHS Act, and to prevent unnecessary downtime due to injuries.
  • Report to Divisional Head: Mechanical and Electrical, Divisional Head: Civil, Manager: Mechanical and Electrical, and Civil Managers by verbal and written communication daily on all information/data matters to ensure that all projects, progress, data quality, and performance standards are adhered to.

Data Practitioner & Project Administrator

Amathole District Municipality
07.2010 - 09.2011
  • Developed data cleansing methodology for township establishment within local government.
  • Utilized data mining techniques to analyze Surveyor General diagrams and Registrar of Deeds Title Deeds.
  • Maintained billing system master file to ensure accurate financial records.
  • Configured billing system parameters according to new water and sanitation applications.
  • Reviewed account structures and deactivated dormant accounts without outstanding balance.
  • Compiled queries and field verifications into spreadsheets for Chief Accountant review.
  • Captured indigent information and ensured accurate registration for budget purposes.
  • Assisted with administrative tasks, including document management and minute-taking.

Project Administrative Officer

Special Investigation Unit
02.2010 - 06.2010
  • Executed photocopying and binding of documents to facilitate project workflows.
  • Prepared travel authorization for Junior Project Manager, ensuring compliance with protocols.
  • Completed travel expense claims accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive documentation from Department of Housing.
  • Updated Department of Housing’s status reports, work plans, and monthly reports to reflect current information.
  • Utilized MS Office applications for various office duties, including emailing and scanning documents.
  • Managed Junior Project Manager’s diary to organize schedules and appointments effectively.
  • Assisted investigators by providing relevant information for ongoing investigations.

Data Capturer and Analyst

Special Investigation Unit
08.2008 - 10.2009
  • Captured driver's license applications into system for processing.
  • Analyzed applications for further investigation and compliance verification.
  • Maintained high confidentiality standards throughout all processes.
  • Conducted audits to ensure accuracy and adherence to regulations.
  • Performed ENatis checks to validate traffic information.
  • Assisted Chief Investigators with field investigations in Eastern Cape area.
  • Collected evidence to support ongoing investigations and case development.
  • Managed administrative tasks, including MS Office proficiency and reception duties.

Education

N5 & N6: Civil Engineering - Engineering

Buffalo City FET College

N4: Civil Engineering - Engineering

Buffalo City FET College
East London
12-2022

Operations Management Framework (OMF) - Online

SCHOOL OF GOVERMENT
Online
01.2023

Advance training on the Intouch Incident Management System - East London

DMS TECHNOLOGIES
East London
10.2022

WorkshopPLUS – Power BI in Microsoft Teams for end users - Pretoria

MICROSOFT
Pretoria
09.2022

Certificate of competence in Project Management - NQF 4

SERVICES SETA
East London
06.2017

Explore Geographic Information system - NQF level 5

UNISA
Pretoria
11.2015

Technical Report Writing Skill - Port Elizabeth

JOSHUA WEST
Port Elizabeth
11.2015

Infrastructure Asset Management Course - CPD Points: Credits 4.0

IMESA
Pretoria
10.2014

Certificate in customer service management - NQF level: 6

UNISA
East London
11.2007

End user Computing 1 - How to operate a P.C?, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Internet, E - mail, Scan to e - mail

MSC College
East London
06.2006

National N6 Certificate - Clothing Construction, Pattern Construction, Fashion Drawing, Entrepreneurship, Factory Organization

Buffalo City Public Fet College
East London
01.2005

Skills

  • Database management and verification
  • Data capture and GIS mapping
  • Technical documentation and administration
  • Infrastructure management and operations
  • Project coordination and time management
  • Effective communication skills
  • Attention to detail and prioritization
  • Risk management and planning
  • Strategic planning and policy development

Own Vehicle

True

Email Addresses

  • chwayitax@amathole.gov.za
  • xchwayita@yahoo.com

References

  • Mr. Bongani Tshuku, Special Investigating Unit – Project Manager (Housing), 043-704-6073/071-207-8524
  • Mr. Lulamile Soncasa, Amathole District Municipality - Assistant Manager: Competency Centre, 043-701-4083/073-525-6708
  • Gervais Sery, Amathole District Municipality – Divisional Head: Mechanical & Electrical, Technical Services & Infrastructure Development Department, 043 703 5802/082 803 6739
  • Stephen Nash, Amathole District Municipality – Divisional Head of Civils, Technical Services, and Infrastructure Development Department, 043 703 5854/073 426 0066

Medical Health

Excellent

Personal Information

  • ID number: 8508070855089
  • Ethnicity: Black
  • Criminal record: none
  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: South African
  • Driving License: Valid Code B
  • Marital Status: Married

Languages

Xhosa
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Administrator: Water Management Information System (WMIS)

Amathole District Municipality
10.2012 - Current

Data Practitioner & Project Administrator

Amathole District Municipality
07.2010 - 09.2011

Project Administrative Officer

Special Investigation Unit
02.2010 - 06.2010

Data Capturer and Analyst

Special Investigation Unit
08.2008 - 10.2009

N5 & N6: Civil Engineering - Engineering

Buffalo City FET College

N4: Civil Engineering - Engineering

Buffalo City FET College

Operations Management Framework (OMF) - Online

SCHOOL OF GOVERMENT

Advance training on the Intouch Incident Management System - East London

DMS TECHNOLOGIES

WorkshopPLUS – Power BI in Microsoft Teams for end users - Pretoria

MICROSOFT

Certificate of competence in Project Management - NQF 4

SERVICES SETA

Explore Geographic Information system - NQF level 5

UNISA

Technical Report Writing Skill - Port Elizabeth

JOSHUA WEST

Infrastructure Asset Management Course - CPD Points: Credits 4.0

IMESA

Certificate in customer service management - NQF level: 6

UNISA

End user Computing 1 - How to operate a P.C?, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Internet, E - mail, Scan to e - mail

MSC College

National N6 Certificate - Clothing Construction, Pattern Construction, Fashion Drawing, Entrepreneurship, Factory Organization

Buffalo City Public Fet College
Chwayita Xozwa