Samukelisiwe Cele

Tasks:

• Conducted environmental stewardship programs and delivered educational presentations to underprivileged schools.
• Coordinated community outreach events and engaged with stakeholders on environmental issues.
• Managed scheduling and communications for school visits, workshops, and events.
• Developed reports and educational materials for public awareness campaigns.

Achievements:

• Pioneered tree planting and water-smart gardening program in underprivileged primary schools.
• Transformed illegal dumpsites into community gardens with indigenous plants through clean-up campaigns.
• Led trail walks in nature reserves and Durban Botanic Gardens to promote biodiversity and conservation.
• Conducted educational tours at Mitchell Park Zoo.

Tasks:

• Provided daily care and maintenance for primates, including feeding, cleaning, and monitoring.
• Engaged with visitors to provide educational information about zoo animals, answered questions, and ensured positive visitor experience.
• Monitor health and behavior of animals, identify any signs of illness or injury, and report observations to veterinary staff.
• Animal food preparations.

Achievements:

• Educational program development and delivery.
• Efficient animal care and management.
• Removal of alien plant species in lion enclosure.