Iviwe Songo
Nyanga,WC
Summary
Cosmetics/ Beauty industry-oriented. Highly enthusiastic about the skincare and advocate for its safety. Formulation Chemist with 5 years experience, in designing and optimising product formulations. Strongly focused with the ability to complete tasks accurately in a challenging environment with conflicting deadlines. An excellent communicator who can relate well with people at all levels and is able to work well as team or individually.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Chemist
Alchem Labs
04.2022 - Current
- Research, develop, make and test new products on the laboratory scale, making sure it complies with
clients brief, and to aid in successful product up-scale. - Improve and troubleshoot out of specification product.
- Conduct stability testing by analysing products from pilot and production batches which are stored
various conditions to monitor and record the changes in stability. - Conduct product training to our clients(Salon Owner)
- Mentor cohort of mentees in the manufacturing department which include theory and practicals.
- Train new laboratory personnel on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistent performance across team members.
Junior Chemist
Alchem Labs
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Assisted Senior Chemist with Research and Development, Creating Formulation.
- Contributed to successful project completion by performing accurate sample preparation and data collection.
- Conducted in-house calibration of laboratory equipment and maintaining records.
- Responsible for ordering raw material from suppliers.
Assistant Lecturer
Cape Peninsula University Of Technology
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Prepared and delivered lectures, theory and practicals.
- Initiated and facilitated classroom discussions.
- Participated in weekly faculty meetings and contributed to curriculum review.
- Invigilated and Marked Assessments, theory and practicals.
- Reviewed students performance individually and group tasks and communicated status to faculty heads.
- Learner support.
Laboratory Technician
Henkel
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Assisted Senior Chemist in developing compliant formulations as per clients brief.
- Assisted in development of test method for raw material and finished products.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Conducted in-house calibration of laboratory equipment and maintaining records.
Laboratory Assistant
Cape Peninsula University Of Technology
05.2017 - 11.2017
- Assisted with conducting Practical classes and tutorial sessions.
- Invigilated during assessments.
- Enhanced lab safety measures by conducting regular equipment maintenance and implementing updated protocols.
- Trained new laboratory personnel on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistent performance across team members.
Therapist and Back up Receptionist
Casaurina Wellness
03.2014 - 09.2016
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Conducted all beauty treatments.
- Welcomed clients and offered refreshments.
- Answered the phone and email,scheduled appointments, processed payments.
- Ensured the workstation, amenities,tools, equipment are cleaned and stearilised.
- Conducted stock taking for all products and equipment.
Education
Advanced Diploma - COSMETIC FORMULATION SCIENCE
UVIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN
Cape Town, South Africa12.2019
B-Tech - SOMATOLOGY
CAPE PENINSULA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Cape Town, South Africa12.2016
National Diploma - SOMATOLOGY
CAPE PENINSULA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Cape Town, South Africa12.2015
Matric -
OSCAR MPETHA HIGH SCHOOL
Nyanga, Cape Town12.2008
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational ability with great attention to detail
- Strong project management and time management skills
- Self-starter,highly motivated towards achievement,result oriented
- Ability to apply scientific knowledge to real problems
- Proficient in Microsoft Office:Ms Word, Ms Excel, PowerPoint, Email and Internet
- Ability to work well with others
REFERENCE
- Bongizipho Masina- "Alchem Labs "
Research and Development Chemist
bongi@alchemlabs.co.za
0603640464
- Dr Z Vergotine - "Cape Peninsula University of Technology "
HOD Somatology Department
vergotinez@cput.ac.za
0214603189 - Lutendo Magina - "Henkel SA "
Research and Development Manager
lutendo.magina@henkel.com
0824482678
CERTIFICATES AND AWARDS
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language Course "TEFL"
Completed FEBRUARY 2024.
- Alchem Labs "Rising Star"
Special Recognition for exceptional professional growth and development in 2022.
Timeline
Senior Chemist
Alchem Labs
04.2022 - Current
Junior Chemist
Alchem Labs
09.2021 - 03.2022
Assistant Lecturer
Cape Peninsula University Of Technology
04.2021 - 08.2021
Laboratory Technician
Henkel
08.2019 - 07.2020
Laboratory Assistant
Cape Peninsula University Of Technology
05.2017 - 11.2017
Therapist and Back up Receptionist
Casaurina Wellness
03.2014 - 09.2016
Advanced Diploma - COSMETIC FORMULATION SCIENCE
UVIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN
B-Tech - SOMATOLOGY
CAPE PENINSULA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
National Diploma - SOMATOLOGY
CAPE PENINSULA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Matric -
OSCAR MPETHA HIGH SCHOOL
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