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Certification
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LEADERSHIP & INVOLVEMENT
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KENEILOE MOLEKWA

Johannesburg

Summary

Analytical and driven Honours graduate in Economic Analysis of Financial Markets from the University of Cape Town, equipped with strong quantitative and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated experience in market risk, financial analysis, and data analytics, with exposure to tools such as Stata, EViews, and Bloomberg. Passionate about capital markets, macroeconomic trends, and using data to inform strategic decisions. Currently completing an internship in Group Risk at ABSA. Seeking to apply my academic and practical knowledge in a dynamic Global Markets environment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Intern – Group Risk

ABSA Bank
04.2025 - Current
  • Conducted risk assessments of financial and non-financial threats using quantitative models
  • Supported the analysis of market and credit risk exposure using Power BI and SAS
  • Contributed to governance and compliance reporting frameworks

Student Front Desk Assistant

UCT Residence Ops
02.2022 - 11.2022
  • Coordinated student support services, handling inquiries and operational tasks
  • Liaised with Residence Coordinator on administrative issues

Research Enumerator

Statistics South Africa
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Collected census data and conducted interviews across allocated households
  • Managed demographic data integration and community engagement

Quality Assurer

Department of Basic Education
12.2020 - 01.2021
  • Ensured accuracy in script marking and final mark sheets
  • Coordinated quality control processes during the national exam cycle

Education

BCom Honours - Economic Analysis of Financial Markets

University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa
12.2024

BCom - Economics & Statistics

University of Cape Town
12.2023

National Senior Certificate - undefined

Wendywood High School
12.2018

Skills

  • Financial Analysis, Bloomberg Terminal, Stata, EViews, SAS, Excel, Financial Modelling, Econometrics, Python (basic)
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Interpersonal and social skills
  • Creative and resourceful
  • Client relationships
  • Research and analysis
  • Project management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Adaptability
  • Quantitative skills

Certification

  • Financial Modelling & Valuation Analyst (FMVA) | Corporate Finance Institute | 2022
  • Developed expertise in financial statement analysis, valuation techniques (DCF, comparable company analysis), and forecasting.
  • Built dynamic financial models using Excel to assess company performance, profitability, and investment potential.
  • Gained practical knowledge in corporate finance, capital budgeting, and scenario analysis used in real-world decision-making.
  • Design Thinking Certificate | UCT Hasso Plattner D-School Afrika | 2023
  • Applied user-centered methodologies to solve real-world business problems through iterative prototyping and testing.
  • Collaborated in diverse teams to design innovative solutions by reframing complex challenges with empathy and strategic insight.
  • Strengthened creative problem-solving, adaptability, and systems thinking.

References

Marcia, Maja, Marcia.Maja@absa.africa, 074 843 4397, ABSA

LEADERSHIP & INVOLVEMENT

  • Treasurer | Commerce Student Council & Residences | 2020 – 2023
  • Oversaw budgets, processed procurement, and managed event funding
  • Worked closely with UCT Treasury to ensure financial accountability
  • Commerce Mentor | UCT | Feb 2022 – Present
  • Guided and supported first-year commerce students through academic mentorship
  • Agent of Change Educator | OIC | Jan 2023 – Dec 2023
  • Facilitated workshops on gender, privilege, and social justice across residences

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Intern – Group Risk

ABSA Bank
04.2025 - Current

Student Front Desk Assistant

UCT Residence Ops
02.2022 - 11.2022

Research Enumerator

Statistics South Africa
01.2022 - 05.2022

Quality Assurer

Department of Basic Education
12.2020 - 01.2021

National Senior Certificate - undefined

Wendywood High School

BCom Honours - Economic Analysis of Financial Markets

University of Cape Town

BCom - Economics & Statistics

University of Cape Town
KENEILOE MOLEKWA