Hi, I’m
Jorina Smit
Emerging Industrial Psychologist
Centurion
Summary
I am passionate about empowering women through life coaching and wellness initiatives, integrating integrity, purpose-driven leadership, and psychological expertise to foster personal and professional growth. I aim to collaborate with innovative organisations that prioritize mental health, diversity, and leadership development, creating safe and inclusive spaces that nurture resilience and confidence. Leveraging large platforms and connections with influential leaders, I seek to make a meaningful, lasting impact on individuals and communities. With a strong foundation in psychometrics, organisational psychology, and strategic development, I am committed to driving positive change aligned with values of compassion and authenticity.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
8
Certifications
2
Languages
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Calybre
People Manager
02.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Facilitated one-on-one coaching sessions with consultants, providing tailored guidance on both personal and professional challenges, fostering self-awareness, resilience, and career progression.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient workflow processes and time management strategies.
- Spearheaded talent acquisition efforts, resulting in a diverse and highly skilled workforce.
- Championed professional development initiatives, offering training opportunities for continuous growth among employees.
North West University
Intern Industrial Psychologist
01.2024 - 12.2024
Job overview
- Extensive Psychometrics and Assessment Centres
- Career Guidance: Counselling, Diagnosis of psychopathology, Physical and psychological challenges within employee wellness
- Organisational Psychology, Culture and Climate, Team Development, Management Development, Talent management
- Personnel Psychology, Human Resource Management, Training and Development; Employee Relations and Performance Appraisals
- Coaching Psychology; Occupational Stress Management; Psychoeducation; Counselling
- Co-writer on NWU Short course: Future Readiness and Change Management (publication date: September 2024); Psychoeducation
- Ethical Code of Conduct; Corporate Governance; Collaboration with Student Judicial Services
- Social Media Agent for Student Counselling and Development: Potchefstroom Campus
- Event organiser and coordinator of the Prestige Leadership Development Programme of the NWU Potchefstroom Campus 2024
- Organising team of annual Leadership Summit of the NWU
Independent Student Electoral Committee
Member
01.2024 - 12.2024
Job overview
- Organisational and planning abilities through coordination of cross-campus election process for three campuses and open distance learning students
- Experience in compliance and governance through ensuring adherence to election regulations and legislative rules
- Conflict resolution through mediation of disputes, objections, and resolving election-related issues
- Communicative skills, interacting with diverse student groups, political groups, and support groups
- Leadership and decision-making capabilities through the management of election logistics, systems, and eligibility administration
North West University
Student Research Assistant
01.2021 - 12.2023
Job overview
- Assisted in a range of Organisational Psychology research projects, contributing to both qualitative and quantitative studies focused on student well-being, mental health, and performance.
- Managed and organized literature databases using Zotero, including citation management and integration for collaborative research.
- Assisted with literature reviews, synthesis of findings, and the compilation of annotated bibliographies for academic publications.
Education
North-West UniversityPotchefstroom, South Africa
Master's Degree from Industrial Psychology
01.2023 - 06.2025
University Overview
- Focused on Organisational Psychology, Personnel Psychology, Career Psychology, Psychometrics, and Occupational Health.
- Gained advanced skills in research design, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and completed a dissertation.
- Trained in psychometric assessment, talent management, performance appraisal, change management, and employee wellness interventions.
- Developed professional competence in labour relations, diversity management, and organisational development, aligned with HPCSA registration requirements.
North-West UniversityPotchefstroom, South Africa
Honors Degree from Industrial Psychology
01.2022 - 03.2023
University Overview
- Completed a structured postgraduate programme focusing on psychometric assessment, research methodology, organisational development, and personnel psychology.
- Developed competencies in labour relations, employee wellness, talent management, and workplace diversity, aligning with South African Board for People Practices (SABPP) standards.
- Conducted research projects that contributed to understanding workplace dynamics and employee behaviour, supporting evidence-based practices in organisational settings.
North-West UniversityPotchefstroom, South Africa
Bachelor's Degree from Industrial Psychology
01.2019 - 03.2022
University Overview
- Acquired foundational knowledge in Industrial Psychology, Organisational Psychology, Psychometrics, Career Psychology, and Occupational Health.
- Developed competencies in Research Methodology, Personnel Psychology, and Labour Relations, preparing for professional roles in human resources and organisational development.
- Gained exposure to workplace dynamics, employee behaviour, and organisational development, laying the groundwork for advanced studies in the field.
Skills
Psychological assessment
Certification
Student Psychologist, PS S 017 2530
Hpcsa
PS S 017 2530
Timeline
People Manager
Calybre
02.2025 - Current
Intern Industrial Psychologist
North West University
01.2024 - 12.2024
Member
Independent Student Electoral Committee
01.2024 - 12.2024
North-West University
Master's Degree from Industrial Psychology
01.2023 - 06.2025
North-West University
Honors Degree from Industrial Psychology
01.2022 - 03.2023
Student Research Assistant
North West University
01.2021 - 12.2023
North-West University
Bachelor's Degree from Industrial Psychology
01.2019 - 03.2022
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