Siphelele Senzo Mntungwana
Course Facilitator
Mthatha
Summary
Dedicated Health Promotion practitioner, experienced in community-based health education, TB/HIV awareness, patient counselling, treatment adherence support, and outreach programmes. Skilled in conducting screenings and referrals, capturing data, and supporting clinic–community linkages. Fluent in English, IsiZulu and isiXhosa.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Course Facilitator
MUST Graduate Academy- Mthatha Campus
Mthatha, Eastern Cape
02.2024 - Current
- Facilitated Health Promotion Officer and Home Based Care Programs
- Conducted training sessions and supervised learners.
- Maintained accurate training records and submitted progress reports to the campus manager.
- Collaborated with local clinics and community stakeholders for students practical work.
- Conducted community outreach to provide TB screening with students.
- Participated in household visits and registration as part of student work experience.
Health Promotion Practitioner
Nelson Mandela Bay Health District
Gqeberha
02.2023 - 05.2023
Conducted outreach programs within the district.
Participated in TB screening and awareness program.
Distributed condoms in various areas and demonstrated how to use condoms correctly and effectively.
Dealt with people with substance abuse problem, applying models of behavior change.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Health Promotion
Walter Sisulu University
Mthatha, Eastern Cape12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Health Promotion
Walter Sisulu University
12-2023
National Senior Certificate - Grade 12
Siyaphambili High School
12-2020
Skills
Facilitation & Presentation Skills
TB screening, education & referral
HIV/AIDS Prevention, Testing, Care and Support
Community outreach & household visits
Strong communication & interpersonal skills
Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Household Visit and Registration
Taking Vital Signs
Accomplishments
PUBLICATION: Mntungwana, S., Khosa, N.V., Buso, A.E. and Sithole, N., 2025. Barriers to chronic disease healthcare access in rural Eastern Cape Province, South Africa. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 22(12), p.1881
References
- Ms Nomfuneko, Sithole, Lecturer, 0827690445, Walter Sisulu University
- Vuyokazi, Thunzi, Health Promotion Practitioner, 0787579410, Gateway Clinic (Bizana)
- Fikile, Sohuma, Health Promotion Manager, 0820972788, Nelson Mandela Bay Health District
Timeline
Course Facilitator
MUST Graduate Academy- Mthatha Campus
02.2024 - Current
Health Promotion Practitioner
Nelson Mandela Bay Health District
02.2023 - 05.2023
Post Graduate Diploma - Health Promotion
Walter Sisulu University
Bachelor of Science - Health Promotion
Walter Sisulu University
National Senior Certificate - Grade 12
Siyaphambili High School