Siphosethu Nguta
Cape Town
Summary
Bachelor of Social Sciences graduate and master's student in social development at the University of Cape Town. Interested in youth development with a focus on food insecurity, emotional wellbeing, and youth inclusion. Currently gaining skills to question and reshape policies for South African communities. Passionate about social research and justice to uplift marginalized youth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fieldwork experience
The University of Cape Town
06.2022 - Current
- Collected research data for honors & Masters research
- Data analysis
- Data Capture
Anthropology Tutor
University of Cape Town
03.2024 - 11.2024
- Conducted individual tutoring sessions with students to help them improve their academic performance.
- Provided comprehensive feedback on student progress, including areas for improvement and success.
- Prepared and administered tests to assess student understanding of course material.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and progress.
- Facilitated small-group discussions to increase comprehension of course material.
- Helped students develop critical thinking skills by engaging them in interactive dialogue about challenging concepts.
Religion Studies Tutor
University of Cape Town
03.2024 - 11.2024
Sociology Tutor
University of Cape Town
07.2023 - 11.2024
Third Tier Residence Deputy Head Student
University of Cape Town
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Assisted in managing and conducting various events for 11 UCT postgraduate residences.
- Provided guidance to staff, and students on a variety of issues.
- Conducted regular meetings with administrative teams to discuss strategies for improvement.
- Emailed updates to students
Humanities faculty Student Mentor
University of Cape Town
03.2023 - 11.2023
- I gave guidance to mentees by facilitating the mentee's academic, personal and/or future career development
Phonathon team member
University of Cape Town
10.2023 - 10.2023
- I was part of the fundraising team.
- Called more than 100 UCT alumni and explained the importance of fundraising at UCT for various programs that need financial assistance to improve the welfare of students.
Internship assistant
SOZO foundation organization
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Assisted in the preparation of reports, presentations and correspondence.
- Ensured office equipment was operational, stocked with supplies, and maintained in a clean condition.
- Assisted students in various subjects
Waitress
Ignite Events
08.2022 - 08.2022
- Contact manager @0213000936
ACES Education Counselor
Stella Musinga
MOWBRAY
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Developed, coordinated, and facilitated educational programs for student groups.
- Assisted with research projects related to gender-based violence topics.
Student Orientation Leader
University of Cape Town
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Organized and led small group activities for new students.
- Conducted individual meetings with incoming students to answer questions and provide guidance.
Education
master’s degree - social development
University of Cape Town
10.2024
Honors degree - Social Anthropology
University of Cape Town
12.2022
Bachelor of Social sciences degree - Social Anthropology, Linguistics and Industrial Sociology
University of Cape Town
11.2021
Skills
- Computer literate
- Proficient in Microsoft packages
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
- Attention to detail
- Qualitative and quantitative research
- Leadership
- Problem-solving abilities
- Transcription experience
- Experience teaching Humanities courses
- Grading experience
- Sales experience
Accomplishments
- Retail readiness certificate, 12/2017
- First semester top 3 student, Roscommon Residence, 06/2021
- Dean's Merit List graduate, School of Social Sciences, University of Cape Town, 12/2021
- TEFAL Certificate, Teaching English online course, 11/2022
- UCT Student Leadership Programme, 10/2022
- UCT Mastercard Foundation Scholar Candidate, 01/2023-11/2023
- UCT Plus SILVER AWARD, 10/2023
- Green Campus initiative Subcommittee
References
- Abdilhakim Nsobya, Religion department Head Tutor, nsbabd001@myuct.ac.za, +27657386887
- Prof. Somaya Abdullah, Masters Supervisor, somaya.abdullah@uct.ac.za
Languages
- English, Fluent (Speaking and Writing)
- IsiXhosa, HL (Speaking and Writing)
Certification
- Code 08 Drivers license
Languages
Xhosa
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Anthropology Tutor
University of Cape Town
03.2024 - 11.2024
Religion Studies Tutor
University of Cape Town
03.2024 - 11.2024
ACES Education Counselor
Stella Musinga
01.2024 - 11.2024
Third Tier Residence Deputy Head Student
University of Cape Town
01.2024 - 11.2024
Phonathon team member
University of Cape Town
10.2023 - 10.2023
Internship assistant
SOZO foundation organization
08.2023 - 10.2023
Sociology Tutor
University of Cape Town
07.2023 - 11.2024
Humanities faculty Student Mentor
University of Cape Town
03.2023 - 11.2023
Student Orientation Leader
University of Cape Town
01.2023 - 02.2023
Waitress
Ignite Events
08.2022 - 08.2022
Fieldwork experience
The University of Cape Town
06.2022 - Current
master’s degree - social development
University of Cape Town
Honors degree - Social Anthropology
University of Cape Town
Bachelor of Social sciences degree - Social Anthropology, Linguistics and Industrial Sociology
University of Cape Town
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