Mutikedzi Delight Makhani
Pretoria Sunnyside
Summary
Dynamic environmental professional with hands-on experience at the Pretoria Zoo and the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality. Proven expertise in waste management and compliance inspection, coupled with strong analytical thinking and proactive initiative. Successfully enhanced biodiversity through strategic planning and effective project management, fostering environmental awareness and responsibility.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Internship
CITY OF TSHWANE METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY
Pretoria
06.2023 - 11.2024
- Inspect and monitor skip bins to ensure timely waste collection.
- Evaluate waste management practices at facilities to assess environmental impact.
- Conducting inspections of buildings, and drafting improvement recommendations.
- Creating job cards for efficient tracking of tasks.
- Maintain organized project files, ensuring documentation remains current.
- Complete and fill out all necessary contracts, reports, and project documents properly.
- Serve as the first point of contact for clients and visitors, providing friendly service.
- Perform administrative tasks, including copying, printing, and document typing.
- Assess operations for compliance with safety standards.
- Prepare reports summarizing project progress and results for management review.
Horticultural Conservation
Pretoria National Botanical Garden
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Conduct comprehensive research and data analysis to guide strategic planning decisions.
- Execute alien invasive plant control and bush clearing to enhance biodiversity.
- Manage equipment and tools to ensure efficient gardening operations.
- Support garden planning, development, and maintenance for optimal plant health.
- Clear weeds and bushes to maintain both aesthetic and functional landscapes.
- Collaborate with team members to meet project objectives within established deadlines.
- Adhere to safety and health requirements throughout all gardening activities.
- Effectively managed time to ensure timely completion of tasks.
Junior Environmental Educator
Pretoria Zoo
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Conduct night tours: animal identification, animals talk.
- Participate in the implementation of environmental education programs, conducting talks and presentations on subjects relating to conservation, fauna, and flora.
- Promote and implement environmental awareness programs, including presentations on endangered species of fauna and flora.
- The implementation of the biodiversity education program—species identification and sustainable use.
- Promote the greening initiatives by raising awareness and creating environmental responsibility at schools.
Education
BSc Honours - Environmental Management
University of South Africa
01.2024
Advanced Diploma - Nature Conservation
Mangosuthu university of Technology
01.2022
Diploma - Nature Conservation
University of South Africa
01.2018
National Senior Certificate -
Mpandeli Secondary School
01.2009
Skills
- Waste management
- Environmental assessment
- Compliance inspection
- Team collaboration
- Research proficiency
- Analytical thinking
- Adaptability to change
- Problem-solving abilities
- Project management expertise
- Attention to detail
- Data analysis
- Report preparation
- Time management
Certification
- Computer literacy – Nico-Flora Computers and Engineering Training
- Course in GIS – University of Venda
References
- Mr. L Lekalakala, 012 335 2887, 079 490 5838, City of Tshwane Municipality
- Mr. Alec Naidoo, 082 499 0972, Pretoria National Botanical Garden (SANBI)
- Ms. Maake S, 084 205 3714 / 012 339 2700, Pretoria Zoo (SANBI)
Personal information
- Date of birth: 11/13/90
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: South African
- Driving license: C1
- Marital status: single
Next Of Kin
Ntshenge: Sister
- 073 083 7111
- 079 539 2695
Languages
Tshivenda
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Tsonga
Proficient (C2)
C2
Sepedi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Tswana
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Timeline
Internship
CITY OF TSHWANE METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY
06.2023 - 11.2024
Horticultural Conservation
Pretoria National Botanical Garden
12.2022 - 05.2023
Junior Environmental Educator
Pretoria Zoo
06.2019 - 06.2020
BSc Honours - Environmental Management
University of South Africa
Advanced Diploma - Nature Conservation
Mangosuthu university of Technology
Diploma - Nature Conservation
University of South Africa
National Senior Certificate -
Mpandeli Secondary School
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