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Mahlwara Lucas Mathapo

Military Practitioner
Pretoria

Summary

Proven Personal Assistant at General Officer Commanding SANDF, adept in calendar management and fostering client relations. Enhanced executive decision-making and efficiency through meticulous coordination and strong communication skills. Contributed innovative solutions as a Research and Development Intern, demonstrating a commitment to results and continuous professional growth.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Assistant

General Officer Commanding SANDF
04.2024 - Current
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
  • Assisted in the preparation of presentations and reports, contributing to well-informed decision making.
  • Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
  • Maintained confidentiality and discretion while handling sensitive information relevant to company operations.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Monitored expenses closely, maintaining an organized filing system for easy access to financial records.
  • Aided executive in personal tasks such as scheduling appointments or running errands when needed.
  • Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
  • Managed travel arrangements including flights, accommodations, and itineraries for smooth business trips.
  • Improved time management of the executive through effective prioritization and organization of tasks.
  • Accomplished project deadlines by assisting with task completion whenever required.

Research and Development Intern

CMIS Div Department of Defence
10.2022 - 09.2023
  • Created clear and concise reports summarizing key research findings, facilitating effective communication across teams.
  • Enhanced experimental designs with thorough background research on relevant scientific theories and principles.
  • Presented research findings to stakeholders, contributing to informed decision-making within the organization.
  • Developed innovative solutions for complex problems through extensive literature reviews and experimentation.
  • Conducted comprehensive market research to identify potential areas for new product development and growth opportunities.
  • Expanded professional knowledge by attending conferences, workshops, and seminars related to specific fields of study or industry trends.
  • Contributed to a positive working environment by actively participating in team meetings and fostering open communication among colleagues.
  • Attended meetings and presentations to learn project details.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology
Pretoria
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology( System Development)

Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology
Pretoria, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Calendar Management

Client Relations

Customer Service

Strong Communication Skills

Software

Cisco Introduction to Cyber

Regenesys Cyber Security

Statistics 101(IBM Certified)

Data Visualisation using Python

Python for Data Science

SQL

Python Programming Language

Java Programming Language

Communication Skill

Data Analytics

Timeline

Personal Assistant

General Officer Commanding SANDF
04.2024 - Current

Research and Development Intern

CMIS Div Department of Defence
10.2022 - 09.2023

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology( System Development)

Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology
04.2001 -
Mahlwara Lucas MathapoMilitary Practitioner