Polite Masvaure (Dr)
Lecturer Industrial Psychology & HRM
Mafikeng
Summary
An effective advisor who communicates well with people of all ages and backgrounds. Excellent eye for detail enabling quick identification of areas for improvement and suggesting strategies to help businesses and individuals reach goals. Focused on introducing efficient systems and processes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Junior Consultant
Industrial Psychology Consultants (IPC) (Pvt) Ltd
01.2013
- Administering psychometric tests
- Involvement in training and coaching on human resources aspects
- Report writing
- Conducting human resources surveys.
Senior Consultant, Advisory Services
Shatera Consultancy
07.2023 - Current
- Assessed organizational risks and developed mitigation plans, safeguarding clients from potential threats.
- Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
Lecturer
Great Zimbabwe University
1 2017 - 1 2022
- Participated in various campus memberships at each assigned school to promote academics and faculty development.
- Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.
- Contributed to planning appropriate and engaging lessons for both classroom and distance learning applications.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and continuously improve instructional approaches.
- Guided students in researching, structuring and presenting debate case.
- Created positive and safe learning environment for students by setting and enforcing classroom code of conduct.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Contributed to departmental meetings by sharing insights on effective teaching strategies and proposing solutions for addressing common challenges faced by faculty members.
- Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
- Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
- Served as a mentor to new faculty members, offering guidance on classroom management and lesson planning techniques.
- Assessed students' progress and provided feedback to enhance learning.
- Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.
School Representative for ICT committee
Great Zimbabwe University
06.2017 - 01.2020
- Spearheaded technology initiatives to support student learning and academic excellence.
- Implemented assessment tools for tracking student progress, leading to targeted interventions and improved outcomes.
- Attended annual meetings with special education to represent needs of the school .
- Assisted in developing school policies, ensuring compliance with university regulations while maintaining a focus on student wellbeing.
Masters Dissertations supervisor (HRM Program)
Lupane State University
01.2018 - 01.2019
External Assessor (HRM Program and HRM exam scripts for all levels)
Lupane State University
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of HRM best practices.
- Documented condition and special features to provide accurate teaching materials and assessments.
Research Coordinator: Masters and Undergraduates
Great Zimbabwe University
06.2017 - 01.2019
- Ensure proper allocation of supervisors to students
- Spearheaded efforts towards continuous improvement within the research team by identifying areas for potential growth.
- Developed comprehensive research guidelines to be used by both students and supervisors
- Maintained strict adherence to ethical guidelines in all aspects of research coordination, ensuring study integrity and compliance with regulations.
- Organized regular research workshops on various topics
Human Resources Officer
Jinan Mining (Pvt) Ltd
01.2013 - 06.2016
- Providing support to supervisors and staff to develop the skills and capabilities of employees
- Monitoring staff performance and attendance activities
- Coordinating staff recruitment, selection, training, and development programs
- Providing information and assistance to staff, supervisors, and council on human resource and work-related issues
- Assisting and advising management in the implementation of company HR policies
- Developing and implementing community relations policy and strategies
- Writing reports on a regular basis
- Departmental budgeting.
Assistant Coordinator for Mentorship
Faculty of Humanities, Development and Social sciences (HDSS) UKZN
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Coordinating the students Mentorship Programme
- Senior tutor: General psychology, Transformation of work and organisations, Research, Management ethics.
Psychology Tutor
University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) RSA
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Giving tutorials and practicals
- Advising students
- Attending weekly meetings
- Marking tutorial assignments.
Academic Writing Tutor
The Writing Place University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) RSA
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Tutoring students writing skills
- Reviewing students' essays and research projects
- Planning and conducting writing workshops.
Education
PhD, Pass - Industrial Psychology
University of KwaZulu Natal
Durban, South AfricaBachelors Degree in Industrial Psychology & Management - HR Management & Industrial Psychology
University of KwaZulu Natal
Durban, South Africa 02.2007 - 12.2009
BSSc (Hons), Upper Second - Industrial Psychology
University of KwaZulu Natal
Durban, South Africa 02.2010 - 12.2010
M.D. - Human Resources Management
University of KwaZulu Natal
Durban, South Africa 02.2012 - 12.2012
Skills
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- Management Coaching
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- Employee Management
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- Problem-solving abilities
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- Self Motivation
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- Organizational Skills
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- Teamwork and Collaboration
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- Reliability
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- Integrity and Honesty
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- Organizational Development
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- Interpersonal Communication
- Academic Research
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Student Performance Evaluation
- Faculty Collaboration
- Student Needs Assessments
- Research and Writing
- Faculty Communication
- Faculty Meeting Participation
- Online Lectures
- Classroom Integration
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
Timeline
Senior Consultant, Advisory Services
Shatera Consultancy
07.2023 - Current
Masters Dissertations supervisor (HRM Program)
Lupane State University
01.2018 - 01.2019
External Assessor (HRM Program and HRM exam scripts for all levels)
Lupane State University
01.2018 - 01.2019
School Representative for ICT committee
Great Zimbabwe University
06.2017 - 01.2020
Research Coordinator: Masters and Undergraduates
Great Zimbabwe University
06.2017 - 01.2019
Junior Consultant
Industrial Psychology Consultants (IPC) (Pvt) Ltd
01.2013
Human Resources Officer
Jinan Mining (Pvt) Ltd
01.2013 - 06.2016
M.D. - Human Resources Management
University of KwaZulu Natal
02.2012 - 12.2012
Assistant Coordinator for Mentorship
Faculty of Humanities, Development and Social sciences (HDSS) UKZN
01.2011 - 01.2012
BSSc (Hons), Upper Second - Industrial Psychology
University of KwaZulu Natal
02.2010 - 12.2010
Psychology Tutor
University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) RSA
01.2010 - 01.2012
Academic Writing Tutor
The Writing Place University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) RSA
01.2009 - 01.2012
Bachelors Degree in Industrial Psychology & Management - HR Management & Industrial Psychology
University of KwaZulu Natal
02.2007 - 12.2009
Lecturer
Great Zimbabwe University
1 2017 - 1 2022
PhD, Pass - Industrial Psychology
University of KwaZulu Natal
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