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Jani Venter
Potchefstroom,North West
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Summary
Empathetic professional with expertise in human resources and team leadership focused on conflict resolution and mediation. Skilled in recreational programming and event planning, with strong cross-cultural communication and engagement with children. Excels in creative problem-solving and team collaboration while maintaining composure under pressure. Aims to advance in roles that enhance public speaking and communication skills to create inclusive environments.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Naankuse Conservation Farm
Wildlife & Volunteer Coordinator
2022.01 - 2022.11 (10 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Coordinated international volunteer schedules and responsibilities to ensure smooth operations
- Promoted animal welfare while supervising on-site educational tasks to engage volunteers and raise awareness
- Facilitated intercultural teamwork and wildlife interaction, enhancing participants' understanding of conservation
- Developed crisis management skills under pressure
- Took a gap year to gain life experiences and explore new cultures
North-West University
Academic Advisor – BCom Students
2024.01 - 2024.11 (10 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Supported academic planning and personal development to enhance student engagement and goal attainment
- Facilitated increased student success by implementing personalised academic plans.
- Organised workshops on time management and study skills, enhancing students' academic performance.
- Created effective strategies for tackling coursework, resulting in reduced stress levels among students.
- Mentored first-year students in emotional resilience and academic success
Student Residence, NWU
House Committee Member – Sports & Maintenance
2024.10 - 2025.10 (1 education.year_Label)
Job overview
- Organised sport events in residence, managing logistics to enhance community engagement
- Facilitated wellness initiatives to increase participation within residence community
- Coordinated maintenance projects with team members, resolving communal issues to improve living conditions
Music CafePotchefstroom, North West
Waiter bartender
2025.11 - Current (7 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Delivered high-quality service to customers, resulting in repeat business.
- Served food promptly, resulting in improved customer satisfaction.
- Implemented upselling techniques to enhance revenue generation for the establishment.
- Greeted and seated guests warmly, creating an inviting ambience right from their entrance into the venue.
- Contributed towards team goals through effective collaboration with colleagues.
- Assisted in inventory management for maintaining optimal stock levels.
- Complied with all health and safety regulations diligently, ensuring safe work practices at all times.
Education
North-West UniversityPotchefstroom, South Africa
BCom from Management Sciences with Tourism and Recreation
University overview
Expected Completion: 2025
TEFL Academyonline course
Diploma in Teaching Foreign Language from English
2026.02 - 2026.06 (4 education.months_Label)
University overview
Tsumeb GimnasiumTsumeb, Namibia
National Senior Certificate from Grade 12 (2021) IEB
University overview
Skills
- Wildlife Education
- Volunteer Engagement
- Conflict mediation
- Child-friendly interaction
- Cross-cultural Communication
- HR leadership
- Creative delegation
- Mental health awareness
- Problem-solving
- Proactive teamwork
- Calm under pressure
- Communication skills
- Leadership skills
- Public speaking
Languages
English – Fluent
Afrikaans – Native
References
References
- Wouter, Niehaus, CEO of Tsumeb Gimnasium & NAPSO Contact, +264 81 122 2910
- Dr Rudie, Van Vuuren, CEO Naankuse, rudie@naankuse.com, +264 811293384, wildlife manager Maaike de Sheper
School Leadership & Achievements
School Leadership & Achievements
Learner Representative Council (Prefect) – Grade 12 ATKV Manager – Oversaw cultural projects and school representation Hockey Leadership: Grade 12 Captain, Grade 10–11 Co-Captain First Hockey Team – 5 years Hockey Player of the Year (2019) Learner Representative Council (Prefect) – Grade 12 ATKV Manager – Oversaw cultural projects and school representation Hockey Leadership: Grade 12 Captain, Grade 10–11 Co-Captain First Hockey Team – 5 years Hockey Player of the Year (2019)
Personal Characteristics
Personal Characteristics
- Calm under pressure and adaptable
- Enthusiastic about children and cultural exchange
- People-centered with a strong sense of empathy
- Leads with kindness, purpose, and responsibility
- Quick-thinking and solution-driven
- Strong believer in teamwork and shared success
References
References
References available upon request.Timeline
TEFL Academy
Diploma in Teaching Foreign Language from English
2026.02 - 2026.06 (4 education.months_Label)
Waiter bartender
Music Cafe
2025.11 - Current (7 education.months_Label)
House Committee Member – Sports & Maintenance
Student Residence, NWU
2024.10 - 2025.10 (1 education.year_Label)
Academic Advisor – BCom Students
North-West University
2024.01 - 2024.11 (10 education.months_Label)
Wildlife & Volunteer Coordinator
Naankuse Conservation Farm
2022.01 - 2022.11 (10 education.months_Label)
North-West University
BCom from Management Sciences with Tourism and Recreation
2025.01
Tsumeb Gimnasium
National Senior Certificate from Grade 12 (2021) IEB
2021.01