SOMILA NKOSANA
East London
Summary
Results-driven Administrator with a community-focused approach, leveraging expertise in office administration to support education and development initiatives. Proven skills in project facilitation, team collaboration, and stakeholder engagement. Eager to contribute to ETDP SETA's mission and objectives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder & Literacy Tutor (pro bono)
Literacy Project - Book Buddies
12.2024 - Current
- Developed and lead a literacy project for foundation phase children (Grades 1 to 3) in Braelynn Extension 10 Location, collaborating with local primary school students and leveraging the nearby library as a resource.
PTA Board Member (pro bono)
Clarendon Preparatory School
01.2022 - Current
- Assist in organizing events and activities for the school community.
- Contribute to decision-making processes regarding school initiatives and fundraising efforts.
- Demonstrate communication and interpersonal skills through interactions with diverse stakeholders.
Administrator
Tavcor Motor Group
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Provided administrative support across multiple branches.
- Coordinated meetings.
- Coordinated logistics, scheduling, and communication.
Student Intern
Bush Radio
04.2016 - 12.2016
- Developed strong communication skills through on-air presenting and interviewing guests.
- Gained hands-on experience in media and communications, while enhancing my ability craft compelling narratives.
- Gained experience in time management, prioritizing tasks, and meeting deadlines.
Administrator
SouthPoint Properties Pty Ltd
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Managed sensitive student information and records with confidentiality and discretion.
- Crafted compelling marketing content, leveraging writing skills to engage students and promote services.
- Represented the SaSP brand, promoting its values and services.
Education
National Diploma: - Journalism
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Higher Certificate: - Law
University of South Africa
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Database management
- Project management tools
- Administrative functions
- Communication
- Organizational skills
- Data analysis
- Reporting
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability
- Attention to detail
- Project coordination
- Stakeholder engagement
- Time management
Certification
- Public Management, 06/01/23
- Communication Foundations, 06/01/23
- Communicating with Executives, 06/01/23
- The Key to Good Communication: Your Audience, 06/01/23
Additional Information
Valid Code B Driver's License + own, reliable vehicle.
Languages
English
IsiXhosa
IsiZulu
Timeline
Founder & Literacy Tutor (pro bono)
Literacy Project - Book Buddies
12.2024 - Current
PTA Board Member (pro bono)
Clarendon Preparatory School
01.2022 - Current
Administrator
Tavcor Motor Group
10.2018 - 05.2019
Student Intern
Bush Radio
04.2016 - 12.2016
Administrator
SouthPoint Properties Pty Ltd
01.2015 - 12.2016
National Diploma: - Journalism
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Higher Certificate: - Law
University of South Africa
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