FUNEKILE NYATHIKAZI
Student
Arcadia
Summary
Enthusiastic university student seeking a part-time position in Sports and IT and marketing to leverage strong communication and organizational skills while gaining practical experience. Committed to balancing academic responsibilities with a role that contributes to team success and enhances my professional development.
Developed strong collaboration and communication skills in community-focused environment, looking to transition into new field. Demonstrates adaptability and commitment to supporting team objectives. Prepared to leverage these skills to contribute effectively in new professional setting.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Volunteer
Promoting Outreach Facility
Pretoria
04.2025 - 05.2025
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Vivo Activation Team for Miss South Africa
Promote the Phone and Proto Guests
Pretoria
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Recruited and managed team members to complete activation tasks effectively.
- Explained brand and product details to VIP attendees, enhancing brand awareness.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Athlete
High School and University
Gauteng
11.2020 - 10.2023
- Achieved major honours in netball, representing the KZN Netball Team.
- Competed on the Tuks Netball Second Team and in the Gauteng Super League.
- Communicated effectively with coaches, teammates, and officials to promote sportsmanship and ensure smooth event organization.
- Adapted quickly to changes in competition schedules or environments, demonstrating mental agility and composure under pressure.
- Contributed to the success of the team by consistently meeting or exceeding personal goals and expectations.
- Maintained excellent physical conditioning through disciplined adherence to nutrition, exercise, and recovery plans.
Education
BIS - Information Technology
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa 01.2022 - Current
Skills
- Sales
- Leadership
- Computer skills
- Time management
- Leadership qualities
- Team collaboration
- IT documentation
- Information security
- Enterprise resource planning
- Technical support
- IT consulting
- IT consulting
Interests
Sports and Athletics: Passionate about netball, with active participation in team sports and competitions
Information Technology: Keen interest in emerging technologies and their application in sports and management
Community Engagement: Enjoy participating in community projects that promote sports and healthy living
Leadership Development: Enthusiastic about leadership roles and opportunities for personal growth within team environments
Research and Learning: Interested in exploring new trends in information science and their impact on society
Accomplishments
Most of my achievements have been sports related and took many years of playing at the highest level to achieve. I have medals in the Gauteng Super League, medal in the league for Tuks and many more.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 4 in the development of an IT device that assists people with disabilities.
sports
Most of my achievements have been sports related and took many years of playing at the highest level to achieve. I have medals in the Gauteng Super League, medal in the league for Tuks and many more. Made Tshwane A and B teams in my years playing, i also made the KZN junior team while playing.
Timeline
Volunteer
Promoting Outreach Facility
04.2025 - 05.2025
Vivo Activation Team for Miss South Africa
Promote the Phone and Proto Guests
08.2024 - 08.2024
BIS - Information Technology
University of Pretoria
01.2022 - Current
Athlete
High School and University
11.2020 - 10.2023
Similar Profiles
Martha KoukoumtziMartha Koukoumtzi
Infection Prevention and Control A/CNC2 at Balmain Residential Aged Care Facility OutreachInfection Prevention and Control A/CNC2 at Balmain Residential Aged Care Facility Outreach
Jose Ruiz-ZepedaJose Ruiz-Zepeda
Chapter Operations Specialist at HoPe (Hispanic Organization Promoting Education)Chapter Operations Specialist at HoPe (Hispanic Organization Promoting Education)
Danashia StrainDanashia Strain
Home Health Aide at Always Promoting IndependenceHome Health Aide at Always Promoting Independence
Saket AkalamkamSaket Akalamkam
Video Game Tester at Epic GamesVideo Game Tester at Epic Games
Litzy GalloLitzy Gallo
Associate at Wanek CenterAssociate at Wanek Center