Madiba Simiso Lewis
Postgraduate Studies Officer
Mthatha
Summary
I am an energetic, ambitious person who has developed a mature and responsible approach to any task that I undertake, or situation that I am presented with. As a post graduate with 6 years’ work experience in administration activities, research development and in human resource development related. I am excellent in working with others in achieving a certain objective on time and with excellent. I have previously worked for Department of Higher Education and Training (Human Resource Development Secretariat), Hlunga Group (an Industrial Psychologist firm) that does a lot of work State Owned Entities and Walter Sisulu University in both Administration and Student Affairs. Previously I have published a research paper with my supervisor in SAERA and busy completing two research papers that are ready for submission. Lastly, I have established a company that deal with background screening services where I verify legitimacy. Able to work well with others can utilize problem solving skills. Adhere to policy and procedures, able to utilise confidentiality and questions inappropriate behaviour.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Postgraduate Studies Officer
Walter Sisulu University
Mthatha
04.2023 - Current
- Provide administrative support to postgraduate students in all disciplines.
- Planning of postgraduate capacity development workshops, as well as their effective processes and procedures.
- Work closely with Postgraduate Coordinators, of all the Faculties pertaining postgraduate student-related matters, and fast-tracking PG admissions.
- Coordinate Supervisor training on refresher supervision across all faculties.
- Coordinate writing retreats and seminars for postgraduate students.
- Monitoring and tracking postgraduate students' progress across all faculties.
- Provide reports on postgraduate student data management using Power Heda.
- Plan and provide support to postgraduate supervisors, including supervisor capacity development.
- Assist in the administration of PG Bursaries and liaising with relevant offices.
- Conduct and Coordinate Research analysis training for all postgraduate students (SPSS, Atlas Ti).
- Conduct PowerPoint presentation training for postgraduate students enabling them to effectively present their research projects.
- Prepare reports and present them to the line manager and the Director on all Postgraduate activities.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Improved department efficiency by streamlining and implementing policies and processes.
Administrator/Acting Postgraduate Coordinator
Walter Sisulu University
Mthatha
02.2018 - 03.2023
- Perform a wide variety of administrative tasks including data entry and the drafting, editing, and revision of letters, reports, and other materials.
- Generates all postgraduate correspondence and information sent by e-mail to staff and postgraduate students.
- Develops systems and procedures for the records management of all postgraduate records.
- Perform basic, routine bookkeeping functions relative to program/department budget including tracking purchases and expenditures and may assist in the budget development process.
- Provide administrative support to postgraduate students in all the disciplines.
- Assist in planning of postgraduate capacity development workshops, as well as their effective processes and procedures.
- Work with Administration office and departments and fast-tracking PG admissions.
- Assist the Director of Postgraduate Studies in providing development support to postgraduate students in all disciplines.
- Provide reports in postgraduate student data management.
- Key activities
Industrial and Organisational Consultant
Hlunga Group of Companies (Eskom Service Provider)
Durban
01.2016 - 08.2018
- Administer psychometric assessment.
- Create Matrix and engage in Organisational Development.
- Creation of links.
- Performance Management.
- Wellness.
- Performance Development Plans.
- Counselling.
- Intake interviews for Road Accident Fund.
- Claimant verification check.
- Scoring of assessment tests.
- Full report writing.
- Psychometric assessment:
- Organisational Development:
- Psycho-legal:
- Labour Relation
- Attend CCMA cases
- Drafting of Employment Contracts
Policy, Research and Information Systems Assistant Officer
Human Resource Development Council of South Africa (HRDCSA)
Pretoria
02.2014 - 12.2015
- Provide support in the directorate Participate in the status of HRD research.
- Provide support in the identification of Policy implications.
- Provide support in determining research needs related to HRD.
- General Administration Support Processing of claims.
- Processing of travel and substance claims.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows, reducing redundancies and increasing operational efficiency.
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
Education
Bachelor of Laws - Bachelor of Laws
Walter Sisulu University
Mthatha 04.2001 -
Ph.D. - Developmental Studies
University of Zululand
Empangeni, South Africa 04.2001 -
Master of Arts - Industrial And Organizational Psychology
Walter Sisulu University
Mthatha 04.2001 -
BA Honours - Industrial Psychology
Walter Sisulu University
Mthatha 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Administration - Public Administration
Walter Sisulu University
Mthatha 04.2001 -
Skills
Work coordination
Report writing
Emergency response coordination
Strategic planning
Information verification
Innovation and creativity
Report preparation
Budgeting and finance
Time management
Multitasking Abilities
Decision-making
Problem-solving abilities
Attention to detail
Certification
Academy for construction skills (ACS)
Timeline
Postgraduate Studies Officer
Walter Sisulu University
04.2023 - Current
Administrator/Acting Postgraduate Coordinator
Walter Sisulu University
02.2018 - 03.2023
Industrial and Organisational Consultant
Hlunga Group of Companies (Eskom Service Provider)
01.2016 - 08.2018
Policy, Research and Information Systems Assistant Officer
Human Resource Development Council of South Africa (HRDCSA)
02.2014 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Laws - Bachelor of Laws
Walter Sisulu University
04.2001 -
Ph.D. - Developmental Studies
University of Zululand
04.2001 -
Master of Arts - Industrial And Organizational Psychology
Walter Sisulu University
04.2001 -
BA Honours - Industrial Psychology
Walter Sisulu University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Administration - Public Administration
Walter Sisulu University
04.2001 -
PERSONAL INFORMATION
- Full names: Simiso Lewis Madiba
- Contact numbers: 083 945 6008 or 068 226 9732
- Email address: madibasimiso@gmail.com
- Date Of Birth: 18/08/1986
- Nationality: South African, Single, Male
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