Senzo Msibi
Placement Officer
Vanderbijlpark
Summary
A decade of experience as a Placement officer working with the ITS 2&3 integrator system and iEnabler portal. Have a fundamental comprehension of the process of placing students and an understanding of the relationship to maintain a professional stay, through the policies of the residence in the University.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Possesses excellent communication, problem-solving and organizational skills. Trusted advisor goes extra mile to help individuals succeed. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residence Assistant
Vaal University Of Technology
Vanderbijlpark
01.2014 - 06.2014
- Established consistent relationships with students to maintain professional boundaries.
- Promoted diversity and inclusion to create welcoming and inclusive living environment for all students.
- Participated in staff meetings and training to stay informed on policies and procedures.
- Fostered productive and supportive environment for academic and social success.
- Planned and organized social and educational activities to promote community building and personal development among students.
- Supervised and mentored students to promote safety and wellbeing.
- Mediated conflict to provide safe and secure environment through policy enforcement.
- Guided students to integrate into both academic and social communities on campus.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order and safety in residence hall.
Placement Officer
Vaal University Of Technology
vanderbijlpark
06.2014 - Current
- Used Integrator 3 IT system to coordinate and store data, to systematically place and bill students in accordance to residence policy.
- Placed residences with 2000+ capacity combined
- Supported management in developing and implementing personnel policies and procedures.
- Promptly corresponded with applicants and coordinated applications for accommodation.
- Tracked candidates and pushed for feedback on disqualifications, time-to-fill statistics and other variables.
- Corresponded with residence accountant to assess and ensure correct billing.
- Ensured maximum capacity occupation in accountability of residences financials.
- Faculty based placement to encourage exceptional academic outcome in relation to student accommodation requirements.
- Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes to maintain place of accommodation.
- Successful submissions to auditors routine.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social worker in consideration of age, disability and special/medical cases for successful placement.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting placement process.
- Functioning of ITS SMS system for communication relevance.
- Supported management in developing and implementing personnel policies and procedures
Residence House Parent/Warden
Vaal University Of Technology
vanderbijlpark
01.2015 - Current
- Provided emergency response during shifts and when on-call.
- Promoted culture of respect and understanding among students.
- Reviewed clinical documentation to assess standards and quality of care.
- Collaborated with physicians regarding patient conditions, updates and necessary care changes, both Public and Private Hospital.
- Developed and enforced safety policies and procedures to drive safety and well-being of students.
- Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
- Assisted in recruitment and selection of student leaders.
- Provided crisis management and intervention during emergency situations.
- Mentored and coached students to foster positive relationships and encourage successful academic achievement.
- Responded to student inquiries and concerns, offering support and guidance.
- Developed, implemented and monitored residential policies and procedures.
- Monitored student behavior and responded to disciplinary issues in accordance with established policies.
Education
Diploma in Human Resources Management - Business Management
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng 01.2010 - 11.2012
B.Tech in Human Resources Management - Business Management
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng 01.2013 - 12.2013
B.Tech in Human Resources Development - Business Management
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng 01.2014 - 12.2014
Post Graduate in Higher Education - Education
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng 01.2015 - 12.2015
Skills
MS Office
undefinedCertification
[Emotional Intelligence], [Regenesys]
Additional Information
Residence Assistance Officer for a brief period
Attended House Committee trainings over the years,
Recently attended GBV conference
Accomplishments
Bhekizizwe Nkosi
Cluster Manager | Campus Housing Residence
E: bhekizizwe.nkosi@wits.ac.za
T: 011 717 5008
C: +27 64 785 9003
Bongani Mbuli
Residence Manager | Student Accommodation & Catering
E: bonganiem@vut.ac.za
T: 016 915 7817
C: +27 78 225 1480
George Sibanyoni
Residence Officer | Campus Residence Admin Office
E: george.sibanyoni@nwu.ac.za
T: 016 910 3177
C: +27 66 247 6043
Timeline
Residence House Parent/Warden
Vaal University Of Technology
01.2015 - Current
Post Graduate in Higher Education - Education
Vaal University of Technology
01.2015 - 12.2015
[Emotional Intelligence], [Regenesys]
11-2014
Placement Officer
Vaal University Of Technology
06.2014 - Current
Residence Assistant
Vaal University Of Technology
01.2014 - 06.2014
B.Tech in Human Resources Development - Business Management
Vaal University of Technology
01.2014 - 12.2014
B.Tech in Human Resources Management - Business Management
Vaal University of Technology
01.2013 - 12.2013
Diploma in Human Resources Management - Business Management
Vaal University of Technology
01.2010 - 11.2012
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