Administrative professional with proven track record in providing comprehensive support in academic settings. Known for efficient task management, attention to detail, and effective communication. Committed to fostering team collaboration and adapting to changing needs while maintaining high standards and achieving results.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Administrative Student Assistant
Tshwane University of Technology
02.2025 - Current
Company Overview: Department of Civil Engineering
Promoted a welcoming environment for students, faculty, and visitors by maintaining a clean and organized front desk area
Collaborated with colleagues to implement new software programs, increasing overall efficiency in project management across the department.
Assisted with event planning efforts for department functions, ensuring proper coordination of logistics and resources.
Facilitated smooth day-to-day operations by promptly addressing student inquiries and concerns in person or via email/phone calls.
Provided exceptional customer service when assisting students with registration procedures, course selection guidance, and general academic advising needs.
Managed filing system, data entry and completed other clerical tasks.
Ensured timely completion of projects by prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Monitored incoming correspondence for action items requiring immediate attention from supervisors or other relevant parties.
Supported office staff by performing various clerical tasks such as answering phones, copying documents, and managing supplies inventory.
Administrative Student Assistant
Tshwane University of Technology
03.2024 - 01.2025
Company Overview: Accommodation, Residence Life & Catering Dept.
Arranged travel and accommodation logistics for departmental team-building occasions, workshops and events.
Prepared venues for physical meeting, documents including agendas and presentations. Kept meeting recordings, took minutes and followed up on items/tasks outstanding.
Managed email and telephone communications professionally.
Maintained the Hod's calendar, scheduled meetings, and set reminders for attendance.
Promoted a welcoming environment for students, faculty, and visitors by maintaining a clean and organized front desk area.
Managed confidential files, databases, and financial records through an efficient electronic and filling system.
Consolidated monthly reports and processed expense documentation
Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
Facilitated timely delivery of special projects to meet organizational and departmental objectives.
Residence Head Mentor
Tshwane University of Technology
11.2023 - 11.2024
Company Overview: Minjonet Residence
Mentored students on life skills: time management, conflict resolutions and team collaboration.
Adapted mentorship style based on individual mentee needs, enabling tailored interventions that drove better results than one-size-fits-all approaches.
Organized academic workshops and residence events.
Enhanced team productivity by introducing innovative mentoring techniques that fostered supportive learning environment.
Participated in staff development and regular leadership and management team meetings.
Facilitated workshops on professional growth and career planning, significantly increasing participant engagement and motivation.
Conducted regular one-on-one coaching sessions to address individual development needs, improving overall performance.
Continually assessed own mentoring performance, seeking feedback from peers and mentees to ensure ongoing personal and professional growth.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Business Administration
Tshwane University of Technology
02.2025 - Current
Diploma - Administrative Management (General)
Tshwane University of Technology
02.2022 - 11.2024
National Senior Certificate - undefined
Seruane Secondary School
01.2019 - 11.2019
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite
Adobe Acrobat
Report writing
Minute-taking
Diary and calendar management
Event and project coordination
Office administration and front desk management
Exceptional verbal and written communication
Customer service
Stakeholder liaison
Meeting planning
File management
Teamwork and collaboration
Database entry
Multitasking Abilities
Critical thinking
Verbal and written communication
Organizational skills
Leadership Experience
Debate Society Member, Tshwane University of Technology - Directorate of Extracurricular Development
Residence Head Mentor, Tshwane University of Technology - Minjonet Residence, November 2023 - November 2024
Deputy Chairperson, Makanyaneng Middle School - February 2015 - November 2015
References
Mr. TM Mnisi: Head of department (ARLC- TUT), 0828243659, MnisiTM@tut.ac.za
Ms. S Xulu: Minjonet Residence Advisor, 076 861 2856, XuluML@tut.ac.za
Mrs Salome van der Merwe: Departmental Administrator, Department of Civil Engineering
Intern at Tshwane University of Technology - Directorate of Extracurricular DevelopmentIntern at Tshwane University of Technology - Directorate of Extracurricular Development
Senior Lecturer – (Academic Program Manager) at Tshwane University of TechnologySenior Lecturer – (Academic Program Manager) at Tshwane University of Technology