Lauren Marsha Grootboom

Developed strong skills in communication and personalized instruction in educational environment, seeking to transition into new field. Demonstrated ability to adapt teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs and foster positive learning atmosphere. Looking to leverage these skills in new professional setting to make meaningful impact.

Professional educator with focus on academic tutoring, ensuring high standards and impactful results. Leveraged experience to foster collaborative and supportive learning environment, adaptable to changing needs. Known for strong communication skills and results-oriented approach.

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 individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

• Live, Listen and Learn Initiative, Stellenbosch University, 02/2016, 11/2019
• African Leadership and Development Programme (NQF 6), Frederick Van Zyl Slabbert Institute, Stellenbosch University, 06/2018, 11/2018
• Metanoia Leadership Course (NQF 6), Frederick Van Zyl Slabbert Institute, Stellenbosch University, 02/2019, 07/2019
• Racial Trauma and Justice Short Course (NQF 6), Global Citizenship Initiative, University of Cape Town, 09/2021, 10/2021
• Decolonising Citizenship Facilitators Course (NQF 6), Global Citizenship Initiative, University of Cape Town, 09/2021, 11/2021
• Citizenship and Social Justice, Activism, Service and Social Change Short Course (NQF 6), Global Citizenship Initiative, University of Cape Town, 02/2022, 06/2022
• First Aid Level 3, St John’s Brigade, 2022
• Wetskills Cape Town 2025 South Africa : Participant

• Academic Intern, Ndifuna Ukwazi NGO 2022
• Treasurer, 3rd Tier Residence Association Committee, University of Cape Town 2022
• University of Cape Town Third Tier Residence First Aider 2022- 2023
• University of Cape Town Third Tier Residence Fire Marshal 2022- 2023
• University of Cape Town Third Tier Residence Gender Marshal 2022- 2023

• 2025 , UCT Department of Civil Engineering Scholarship
• 2024, UCT Foundation Contingency Award, Completion of Masters Degree, University of Cape Town
• 2023, Hans Middleman Open Society Bursary, University of Cape Town
• 2022, Hans Middleman Open Society Bursary, University of Cape Town
• 2022, UCT Gold Award for Leadership, University of Cape Town
• 2021, UCT Council Honours Merit, University of Cape Town
• 2021, UCT Gold Award for Leadership, University of Cape Town
• 2021, UCT Residence Essay Competition, Winner

• Grootboom, L.M.,2025. Intergrating Indeigenous Knowledge systems in water reuse systems in south Africa.IWA International Water Reuse Conference.
• Grootboom, L.M., Abrams, A. , Hlahla, S., & Carden, K., 2025. Linking policy to local MAR BGI interventions: An analysis of associated policy in Cape Town, South Africa. IWA International Water Reuse Conference.
• Grootboom, L.M., Abrams, A. , Hlahla, S., & Carden, K., 2025.Linking local engagement to BGI interventions: Lived experiences of communities in repurposing a stormwater pond in Cape Town, South Africa.IWA International Water Reuse Conference.
• Grootboom, L.M., 2024, Contextualising Black women’s identity in South Africa through the colonial project and apartheid archive: An intersectional African Feminist analysis of race, class and gender within South Africa’s political history., Amazwi Literature, Heritage, Ecology Conference, Amazwi South African Literature Museum
• Grootboom, L.M., 2024, An African feminist Intersectional analysis of the Feminisation of poverty in Township spaces in South Africa., Women’s Impact Innovation and Sustainability in Africa (WIISA) Conference 2024, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
• Grootboom, L.M., 2023, Contextualising Black women’s identity in South Africa through the colonial project and apartheid archive: An intersectional African Feminist analysis of race, class and gender within South Africa’s political history., The Colonial Wound and the Practice of Repair AVReQ Emerging Researchers Colloquium
• Grootboom, L.M., Abrams, A., Mosienyane, K., Cloete, J., Hlahla, S., & Carden, K., 2023, Linking local engagement to BGI interventions: Lived experiences of communities in repurposing a stormwater pond in Mitchell's Plain, Cape Town, South Africa., Future Water Institute, University of Cape Town, 7th WISA Young Water Professionals Conference
• Grootboom, L.M., Abrams, A., Mosienyane, K., Cloete, J., Hlahla, S., & Carden, K., 2023, Linking local engagement to BGI interventions: Lived experiences of researchers and residents in repurposing a stormwater pond in Mitchell's Plain, Cape Town, South Africa., Future Water Institute, University of Cape Town, 7th WISA Young Water Professionals Conference

• Identification Number: 9412180271080
• Nationality: South Africa
• Driving License: Code 10