Simbarashe Mubekapi
Development Practitioner
Pretoria
Summary
Dedicated and proactive Development Professional with over 5 years of experience in project cycle management, knowledge management, and multi-stakeholder coordination within the non-governmental organization sector. Expertise includes research, technical writing, and developing high-quality training materials for field-based programs, complemented by a robust background in educational programming. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while employing comprehensive research methodologies, including qualitative and quantitative analysis, to uncover critical insights that drive strategic decision-making. Committed to leveraging this expertise to advance high-impact resilience and rural development initiatives, with a strong enthusiasm for supporting advancements in Development studies and fostering growth through increased knowledge.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Lecturer
Gauteng City College [ TVET]
08.2019 - Current
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
- Increased student interest by incorporating real-world examples into lessons and connecting material to relevant experiences.
- Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
- Used PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology to give presentations to student classrooms.
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
- Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
- Managed large class sizes effectively, maintaining an orderly learning environment conducive to student success.
Researcher / Independent consultant
Individual Clients
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Freelance
- Specialties: Research methods, Climate and Environmental Change, Community Development, Gender and development, educational programs, Rural development, Economics of development
- Topic: Writing grant proposals for different organization
- Working in a research team carrying out an in-depth qualitative evaluation of safe havens using participant observations, focused group discussions, and in-depth interviews
- Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
- Conducted thorough literature reviews to identify gaps in knowledge and inform future research directions.
- Maintained detailed records of experimental procedures, observations, and results for accurate reporting and replication purposes.
- Presented research findings at national and international conferences, raising the profile of the institution.
- Applied ethical considerations throughout all stages of the research process, safeguarding participant welfare and data integrity.
- Developed new research protocols to streamline project execution, resulting in timely completion of studies.
Facilitator
IQ Skills Development Academy
01.2018 - 07.2018
- Enhanced program effectiveness by collaborating with colleagues to review and revise curriculum content regularly.
- Increased participant engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions into sessions.
- Delivered high-quality training sessions, ensuring participants developed a thorough understanding of the subject matter.
- Built rapport with diverse groups of stakeholders by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural competence during facilitated sessions.
- Fostered an inclusive learning environment by addressing diverse needs and adapting facilitation techniques as needed.
- Identified areas in need of improvement and implemented solutions.
Teaching and Mentoring
Life Matters Foundation
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Streamlined administrative tasks for faculty members, enabling them to focus on teaching and mentoring students.
- Provided administrative support to faculty members, helping them focus on teaching and mentoring students.
- Developed and implemented educational and counseling plan with modern methods of teaching and mentoring.
- Mentored new trainers, providing guidance on effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Continually updated personal knowledge of art education trends and techniques through conferences, workshops, or online courses to keep teaching methods relevant and effective.
Children's Rights Project Coordinator
Ambassadors 4 Change
06.2016 - 11.2016
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining scopes, timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
- Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
Peer Educator Advocacy
Midlands State University Peer Educator Community
02.2014 - 12.2015
- Enhanced peer learning by developing interactive workshops and presentations.
- Maintained thorough records of all sessions, ensuring accurate data collection for future analysis and program improvements.
- Adapted teaching methods according to individual learning styles, ensuring each participant fully understood the content being covered during sessions.
- Identified gaps in existing resources available to students; collaborated with relevant departments on campus to address these needs proactively.
- Spearheaded efforts to establish a strong online presence for the Peer Education program, utilizing social media platforms to share educational content and connect with students more effectively.
- Empowered students through knowledge sharing on critical life skills such as stress management, time management, and conflict resolution techniques.
Youth Field Officer
Batanai HIV and AIDS Service Organization (BHASO)
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Supported organizational goals by collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve shared objectives in the field.
- Improved field operations efficiency by implementing innovative data collection and reporting techniques.
- Collaborated effectively with diverse groups of individuals during community outreach programs to achieve desired outcomes smoothly.
- Increased client satisfaction levels by providing timely and accurate information on project progress.
- Streamlined field data management with the implementation of new software tools and processes.
- Boosted overall efficiency in field operations by regularly evaluating processes, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing targeted improvements to streamline workflows.
Education
Certificate Course - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Online
Pretoria South Africa08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Development Studies
Midlands State University
Gweru, Zimbabwe 04.2001 -
GCE Advanced Level - Arts
Matopo High School
Bulawayo, ZImbabwe01.2010
GCE Ordinary Level - Art
Matopo High School
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe01.2008
Skills
Self-motivated, hardworking, disciplined,
Good in communication skills, superb report writing, and presentation skills
Team player, Open-minded, and Respectful
Flexibility and openness in responding to changing work priorities
Critical thinking
Data analysis
MS office
Qualitative research
Qualitative and quantitative research
Delivering presentations
Survey design
Vulnerability analysis
Consumer demographics
Interpretation of findings
In-depth interviews
References
- C, Mugabe, Country Director, chipiwa.sdgzdirector@gmail.com, +263 77 380 5768, Space for Marginalized Groups in Diversity in Zimbabwe Trust (SGDZ)
- Richard, Shoko, Campus Manager, richshoko@gmail.com, +27 62 886 9286
- E, Ncizah, Senior Lecturer, +263 77 140 6804, Midlands State University
- G, Moyo, Country Director, gathel@ambassadors4change.org.za, gathelm@yahoo.com, +27 83 587 3965, Ambassadors 4 Change
Interests
Reading articles, journals, and newspapers, Interacting with peers and older people (networking), Travelling, Watching sports
Timeline
Researcher / Independent consultant
Individual Clients
01.2025 - 04.2025
Lecturer
Gauteng City College [ TVET]
08.2019 - Current
Facilitator
IQ Skills Development Academy
01.2018 - 07.2018
Teaching and Mentoring
Life Matters Foundation
01.2017 - 12.2017
Children's Rights Project Coordinator
Ambassadors 4 Change
06.2016 - 11.2016
Peer Educator Advocacy
Midlands State University Peer Educator Community
02.2014 - 12.2015
Youth Field Officer
Batanai HIV and AIDS Service Organization (BHASO)
01.2013 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Development Studies
Midlands State University
04.2001 -
Certificate Course - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Online
GCE Advanced Level - Arts
Matopo High School
GCE Ordinary Level - Art
Matopo High School