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Nyikiwe Faith Mathebula

Nyikiwe Faith Mathebula

Research Assistant
Lenasia

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience at The Aurum Institute, excelling in data analysis and stakeholder engagement. Proven track record in managing performance and achieving project goals through innovative strategies and collaboration. Adept at community outreach and proficient in Microsoft Office, driving successful outcomes and fostering strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research Assistant

The Aurum Institute
07.2018 - Current
  • Recruiting, screening, enrolling, retention and administering (ICF) informed consent form as per protocol (Qualitative interviews) Conducting focused group sessions for recruitments and information sharing, in-depth interviews.
  • Maintain project files and filing system Ensure quality control of patients file and data entries.
  • Conduct monthly data verification and report findings. Data capturing, qualitative data analysis, data verification, data cleaning and records management and also managing filing and document storing.
  • Monitoring and evaluation of data collected and patient files. Transcribing and translating of Qualitative interviews, coding, surveys.
  • Compile monthly reports and presentations for any project related activities to the coordinators and managers.
  • Liaison, build and maintain relationships with external and internal stakeholders, and client engagement
  • leverage multiple stakeholder relationships and build coalitions that foster project success.
  • maintain strong relationships with a range of external stakeholders including, local government, provincial governments, traditional leadership, members of the community, civil society groups, and the private sector to ensure the successful implementation of strategic stakeholder relations and outreach programmes.
  • I engage others and gain support and confidence of senior management and key stakeholders.

Acting Supervisor/Coordinator

The Aurum Institute
01.2022 - 12.2023

I oversee and manage performance management activities, provide guidance, support, identify developmental needs, report on employee performance. Coordinate study activities, Liaison with stakeholders, compiling of reports and documents, managing resources and oversight of QC for all study related documents, ensure that projects and activities undertaken meet all necessary standard for legal and regulatory compliance. Manage teams to ensure recruitments, retention and targets are met and on time. Organize and execute community outreach events, awareness campaigns, and related activities. Conduct study training for staff. Implementation, monitor and evaluation of the project documents, manage and evaluate outcomes. Oversee and coordinate community health workers to ensure coherence with study targets and protocol adherence. Assist with participant follow-ups, including call reminders for study visits. Contribute constructively to community education, recruitment, and retention programs. Perform Monitoring and evaluation on study documents Perform data quality assurance and implement quality control measures Develop and implement M&E policies, procedures, data flows, and workplans. Follow up on resolutions and close off resolutions with appropriate reports also ensuring that all deadlines are met I develop workflow systems and assign responsibilities to staff.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences

University of Venda
Limpopo, South Africa
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences

University of Venda
Limpopo, South Africa
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Fons Lumins Secondary School
Johannesburg, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Data collection

Teamwork and collaboration

Microsoft office

Research paper writing

Data analysis

Community outreach

Proficient in [software] excel, spreadsheet and Microsoft office

Fieldwork experience

Stakeholder engagement

Ability to think outside of the box

Certification

Good Clinical Practice

Timeline

Good Clinical Practice

01-2026

Acting Supervisor/Coordinator

The Aurum Institute
01.2022 - 12.2023

Research Assistant

The Aurum Institute
07.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences

University of Venda
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences

University of Venda
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Fons Lumins Secondary School
04.2001 -
Nyikiwe Faith MathebulaResearch Assistant