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Maanda Mabidi

Johannesburg

Summary

Dynamic Lecturer with 9 years of successful Business Management, Project Management, Retail Management, Human Resource Management and Entrepreneurship experience. Known for interesting lectures with helpful supporting materials and detail-oriented classroom management. Dedicated to individual student success and comprehensive understanding. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Lecturer

IIEMSA
Johannesburg
07.2013 - Current
  • Contribute towards effective teaching and learning in a blended learning environment
  • Assessment and moderation– summative and/or formative assessments including moderation to ensure adherence to standards and quality
  • Marking of assessments and timeous and constructive feedback to students
  • Design and review the curriculum for blended learning courses
  • Development of ICE activities, learning material such as manuals, assessment instruments and rubrics and memorandum as required
  • Participation in peer review of the marking and lecturing of other lecturers
  • Develop online learning material according to the university’s and SAQA guidelines
  • Participate in postgraduate supervision and mentorship within the discipline
  • Participate in national and/or international conferences and publish research findings in accredited journals
  • Participate in community engagement projects including liaison with industry stakeholders
  • Registration for membership and/or designation status with relevant professional bodies
  • Display sound interpersonal skills and an ability to work as a team player., Collaborated with other faculty members to connect curriculum and deepen the level of learning taking place
  • Communicated with students and families of students in a professional manner
  • Brought forth an in-depth knowledge of different educational philosophies and techniques
  • Designed and implemented effective organizational systems to document student learning
  • Graded tests and exams using accurate answer keys.
  • Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
  • Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.
  • Guided students in researching, structuring and presenting debate case.
  • Incorporated instructional technologies in course delivery for both in-class and online instruction.

Sales Executive

Synergy Group
Johannesburg
02.2005 - 01.2007
  • Established sales goals by forecasting annual sales quotas and projecting expected sales volume for existing and new products
  • Worked to ensure a neat and attractive sales environment, and assisted in the setup of visual displays
  • Identified and maximized sales opportunities, and increased customer retention rates
  • Analyzed sales and financial performances to effectively plan for increased future opportunities, while identifying obvious weak trends
  • Increased revenue by implementing effective sales strategies in sales cycle process from prospecting leads through close.
  • Researched sales opportunities and possible leads to exceed sales goals and increase profits.
  • Analyzed past sales data and team performance to develop realistic sales goals.
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Negotiated and closed profitable sales contracts with new and existing customers to increase loyalty and retention.
  • Evaluated costs against expected market price points and set structures to achieve profit targets.
  • Created and implemented successful sales campaigns to drive leads and increase sales.
  • Utilized internal lead referral tools to solicit new business opportunities and contacts.
  • Established and maintained positive relationships with vendors to determine product availability and quality.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
  • Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.

Sales Representative

Gold Rush Gaming Group
Johannesburg
03.2013 - 05.2013
  • Selling limited Payout Machine to Hotels, Pubs and Tarven.
  • Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits.
  • Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
  • Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
  • Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
  • Created professional sales presentations and seminars to effectively demonstrate product features and competitive advantages.
  • Used customer insights to develop innovative sales strategies to increase sales.
  • Negotiated contracts with clients and developed relationships with key personnel.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and address customer needs.
  • Design appropriate strategy to achieve sales goals and targets in assigned territory.
  • Achievement of sales, market share and growth objectives in the region.
  • Maintain satisfactory customer call rate, strike rate and territory coverage.
  • Compile and update sales operating plan for the region.

Teacher

Liivha Combined School
Johannesburg
03.2012 - 05.2012
  • Upheld the highest standards of honest and integrity
  • Designed and implemented a carefully thought out curriculum for grades 9-12.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
  • Collaborated with other faculty members to connect curriculum and deepen the level of learning taking place.
  • Communicated with students and families of students in a professional manner.
  • Brought forth an in-depth knowledge of different educational philosophies and techniques.
  • Designed and implemented effective organizational systems to document student learning.

Teacher

Khwevha Commercial School
Johannesburg
08.2012 - 09.2012
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
  • Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.

HP

Pre-Sales
Johannesburg
02.2002 - 02.2005
  • Employed root cause analysis to troubleshoot equipment and processing issues.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.

Education

Masters in Entrepreneurship - Management And Entrepreneurship

Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria
02.2015 - 09.2019

Bachelor of Commerce Honours - Business Management

University of Limpopo
Polokwane
02.2011 - 12.2011

Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Economics And Business Management

University of Limpopo
Polokwane
02.2012 - 12.2012

Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resource Management And Business Management

University of Limpopo
Polokwane
02.2008 - 11.2010

Skills

Sowetoundefined

Affiliations

SACE

Timeline

Masters in Entrepreneurship - Management And Entrepreneurship

Tshwane University of Technology
02.2015 - 09.2019

Lecturer

IIEMSA
07.2013 - Current

Sales Representative

Gold Rush Gaming Group
03.2013 - 05.2013

Teacher

Khwevha Commercial School
08.2012 - 09.2012

Teacher

Liivha Combined School
03.2012 - 05.2012

Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Economics And Business Management

University of Limpopo
02.2012 - 12.2012

Bachelor of Commerce Honours - Business Management

University of Limpopo
02.2011 - 12.2011

Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resource Management And Business Management

University of Limpopo
02.2008 - 11.2010

Sales Executive

Synergy Group
02.2005 - 01.2007

HP

Pre-Sales
02.2002 - 02.2005
Maanda Mabidi