Ivan Hirwa
Student
Cape Town
Summary
I am currently an Honours Student in the Department of Geography, Environmental Studies and Tourism at the University of the Western Cape. I'm a Motivated Geographer committed to learning, developing skills in the field of Geography and Environmental Sustainability and conservation. Self-directed and energetic with excellent performance in both autonomous or collaborative environments working independently and collaborating with others on group projects. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills, and very motivated individual offering strong work ethic and punctuality. Skilled multitasker with great work ethic, problem-solving and research orientated skills. Reliable and dedicated with hardworking and resourceful approach.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutorial Assistant
UWC Work Study Programme
02.2023 - Current
- Enhanced learning outcomes by implementing creative teaching strategies within a tutoring team
- Served as a liaison between students and lecturers to communicate student progress and queries throughout the year.
- Contributed to a positive classroom environment by fostering strong relationships with students and colleagues.
- Coordinated closely with other tutorial assistants to share resources, strategies, and insights for better student support.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and participation in compliance with faculty and departmental policies.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Geography, Environmental Studies
The University of The Western Cape
Cape Town, South Africa 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Geography, Environmental Studies
The University of The Western Cape
Cape Town, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Student Engagement
Teaching strategies
Peer Mentoring
Effective Communication
Editing skills
Detailed organizing and administrative skills
Computational skills
Friendly, Positive Attitude
Technical skills
Fluency to Intermediate in multiple languages
Cross-cultural communication
GIS- ArcGIS, QGIS, ArcMap, Arc Catalog
Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Personal Information
Gender: Male
Address: 2 Elm St, Klipkop, Cape Town, 7501
Race: Black African
Date Of Birth: 20 April 2001
Additional Information
Hobbies & Interests
- Creating digital newsletters from scratch for my sports and personal blog.
- Avid hiker and runner
- Coaching/Mentoring local youth soccer team
- Avid online mapper/Map stuff on OpenStreetMap
Volunteering Initiatives
- 2023: Mould Empower Serve (MES) Community Project, assisted in outreach and social relief to the needs of the homeless and unemployed community in parts of Cape Town particularly in the Northern Suburbs.
- 2023-present: Cape Flats Nature Reserve, I have been an environmental volunteer at the nature reserve for over a year now, some activities included planting and growing indigenous plants.
- 2024: Lawrence House (NGO) registered child and youth care centre based in Woodstock, helped around with day-to-day activities
References
1. Dr Michael Dyssel
Lecturer/Work Study Coordinator 2023
Dept. of Geography, Environmental Studies and Toursim: UWC
Email: mdyssel@uwc.ac.za
2. Dr Mandy Carolissen
Lecturer
Department of Geography, Environmental Studies and Tourism: UWC
Email: Mcarolissen@uwc.ac.za
Timeline
Tutorial Assistant
UWC Work Study Programme
02.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Geography, Environmental Studies
The University of The Western Cape
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Geography, Environmental Studies
The University of The Western Cape
04.2001 -
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