MANDISA JALI
Emfuleni
Summary
Personable Community Development Officer promoting exemplary talents in project management, policy development and housing needs assessments. Energetic and detail-oriented with 2-years background shaping experiences to foster community growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Development Intern
Merensky Community Development Department
01.2024 - Current
- I am working as Community Development worker intern and my Duties are:
- A communicator between the company and the communities
- B-BBEE Compliance File
- Project Co-Coordinator
- Facilitated partnerships with local businesses and organizations, fostering collaboration for greater impact on communities served.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities by taking initiative in problem-solving situations and overcoming challenges encountered during project implementation.
- Developed interpersonal communication skills through regular interactions with various demographics within the communities we served, improving cultural sensitivity and adaptability.
- Assisted in the implementation of community programs, promoting social inclusion and cohesion.
- Conducted research on best practices in community development, informing program strategy and goals.
- Prepared detailed reports on project progress, ensuring transparency and accountability to stakeholders.
- Organized training workshops for community members, building capacity for self-directed development initiatives.
- Contributed to internal monitoring and evaluation processes by providing feedback based on observations during fieldwork visits.
- Collaborated with team members to conduct needs assessments, identifying priority areas for intervention.
- Kept case files updated, accurate and aligned with requirements.
- Facilitated community outreach to expand participation and support.
- Coordinated and managed volunteer activities for community service projects.
- Approached issues proactively to best meet current and future community needs.
- Coordinated with different service providers to meet clients' individual needs.
- Delivered high-level administrative support to board during regular operations and special meetings.
- Leveraged social media platforms for promoting events and sharing success stories from the fieldwork experience, increasing visibility of our work among potential donors and partners.
- Worked closely with a diverse range of stakeholders including local government agencies and NGOs which enhanced cross-sector collaboration opportunities.
Project Co-Coordinator
MUT Enactus
03.2020 - 05.2022
- I was working as Project Co-Coordinator in one of our Project in Enactus called HACUWA
- Conducted regular progress meetings with stakeholders to provide updates on project status and address concerns.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through regular communication and prompt responses to inquiries or concerns.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
- Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve seamless collaboration in achieving project objectives.
- Played an active role in brainstorming sessions held for the purpose of generating innovative ideas/solutions which could potentially be incorporated into existing/new projects being undertaken by the company.
Mentor
MUT Community Development Department
02.2019 - 01.2020
- I was working as Mentor in our surroundings high schools for Grade 12 Learners
- Served as a role model for professionalism, integrity, and dedication within the mentorship program environment.
- Enhanced mentee performance by providing personalized guidance and support.
- Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
- Offered constructive feedback on mentee progress, enabling them to refine their skills and enhance their potential.
- Monitored mentee performance consistently, identifying areas of improvement and adjusting mentorship approaches accordingly.
- Promoted a growth mindset among mentees, encouraging them to view setbacks as opportunities for learning and growth.
- Collaborated with teachers, counselors and administrators to foster access to resources and support.
- Coordinated with other professionals involved in the mentoring process to ensure seamless support for each participant''s journey toward success.
- Empowered mentees to take responsibility for their learning and development, fostering self-confidence and resilience.
Education
Diploma in Community Extensions -
Mangosuthu University of Technology
01.2022
Skills
- Community Engagement
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Organizational Skills
- Decision-Making
- Effective Communication
- Community Outreach
- Analytical Skills
- Project management
- Policy creation
- Community education
- Partnership development
- Resource mobilization
- Community development processes
- Community revitalization
- Excellent communication
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Task prioritization
References
- Balungile Happiness Nxasane, Lecture, Mangosuthu University of Technology, lungi@mut.ac.za, 0723385537
- Ndumiso Masondo, Faculty Advisor on Enactus, Mangosuthu University of Technology Enactus, Masondo.ndumiso@mut.ac.za, 0739173701
- Khethiwe Mlotshwa, Manager, Merensky, khethiwem@merensky.co.za, 0833083371
Timeline
Community Development Intern
Merensky Community Development Department
01.2024 - Current
Project Co-Coordinator
MUT Enactus
03.2020 - 05.2022
Mentor
MUT Community Development Department
02.2019 - 01.2020
Diploma in Community Extensions -
Mangosuthu University of Technology
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