Nomthetho Debbie Ngcobo
Research And Community Field Worker
Durban, Ntuzuma,KwaZulu-Natal
Summary
Caring professional prepared dedicated to helping others achieve progress toward goals and meet specific needs. Well organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities simultaneously with a positive attitude. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Data Capturer
University of KwaZulu – Natal DSD Project
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Gathered and extracted information from files (hard copies)
- Transferring data from paper formats into computer files or database systems
- Used SPSS software tool for data capturing process
- Stored all hard copies files symmetrically as appeared on computer file formats
- Reviewed and corrected data errors
- Written reports on missing information.
Student Research Assistant
University of KwaZulu – Natal
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Recruited and enrolled participants in the study
- Translated interview questions into participants' local language (IsiZulu)
- Collected qualitative data from field interviews conducted
- Transcribed and translated data findings.
Telephone Data Collector
The Triad Trust- Where to Care Initiative
07.2020 - 12.2021
- Created scenarios and questionnaires for Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) data collection
- Collected SRH information through checklist, secret shopper, and reconciliation calls
- Verified data through reconciliation calls to ensure data collection sources are accurate
- Captured data points using an Open Data Kit (ODK) and Google verification forms
- Compiled short reports.
Research Assistant
University of KwaZulu – Natal
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Conducting desktop research literature reviews
- Diligently collecting and analyzing data from various sources.
- Prepare interview questions for research study
- Conduct research and summarize findings
- Editing, academic writing and proof-reading.
Community Field Worker and Research Intern
Association for Rural Advancement (AFRA)
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted in undertaking research within the AFRA program's (Land rights, Gender, and Food Systems)
- Conducted field surveys to collect, analyze and review data in order to produce reports
- Supported the Gender team in monitoring and evaluation of the project
- Worked with the Land Rights team to capture, update and analyze data in the AFRA Intervention database
- Assisted with sharing of creative outputs (documentary and radio drama series) of the project in public spaces
- Provided training and supported community partners to collect and refer data with regard to land rights on farms
- Contributed to the successful completion of research projects by collaborating effectively with team members.
- Organized and facilitated workshops with community members and stakeholders.
- Led the Women Express Project and facilitated the production of creative media
- Collaborated closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless coordination of fieldwork activities.
Education
Master of Science - Population Studies
University of KwaZulu-Natal, Howard College
Durban, South Africa 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Criminology
University of KwaZulu-Natal, Howard College
Durban, South Africa 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Mandlenkosi High School
Durban, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Workshop facilitation
Project management
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Organizational skills
Workshop facilitation
Civic Community Engagement And Other Interests
- Former Deputy Chairperson of Izimpande Zesizwe Organization - 2021 - 2022
- Former KZN Steering Committee member of Mmoho- Secretary - 2021
References
- Association for Rural Advancement (AFRA), Tom Lebert, Manager, 073 764 5706; 033 345 7607, Tom@afra.ac.za
- University of KwaZulu – Natal (DST/NRF SARChI in Economic Development), Professor Pranitha Maharaj, Lecturer, Researcher and Supervisor, 0312602243, maharajp7@ukzn.ac.za
- Triad Trust, Brooke Wurst, Director, bwurst@triadtrust.org
- University of KwaZulu – Natal DSD Project, Nompumelelo Nzimande, Lead Researcher/ Data Cleaner, 076 903 7691, nzimanden@ukzn.ac.za
Timeline
Community Field Worker and Research Intern
Association for Rural Advancement (AFRA)
01.2022 - 12.2023
Research Assistant
University of KwaZulu – Natal
07.2021 - 12.2021
Telephone Data Collector
The Triad Trust- Where to Care Initiative
07.2020 - 12.2021
Student Research Assistant
University of KwaZulu – Natal
05.2019 - 11.2019
Data Capturer
University of KwaZulu – Natal DSD Project
02.2019 - 05.2019
Master of Science - Population Studies
University of KwaZulu-Natal, Howard College
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Criminology
University of KwaZulu-Natal, Howard College
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Mandlenkosi High School
04.2001 -