Thandi Dladla
Nature Conservation Student
Pietermaritzburg
Summary
33 Year old female who is currently studying for a Diploma in Nature Conservation at UNISA, and in possession of a Snake handling and First aid certificates and Driver’s license code 10 (C1). Worked at DUBE TRADEPORT CORPORATION for 1 Year as a Plant Propagator intern student. Motivated student ready to apply education in the work place. Conducting experiential learning in various conservation sectors with a keen interest and passion for conservation and environmental issues. Solid academic achievement paired with demonstrated commitment and integrity. Knowledgeable student talented at learning quickly and adding value to any team.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
18
18
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Student Volunteer
WESSA Umngeni Valley Nature Reserve
01.2023 - 12.2023
Coursework
- Conducted miniSASS with WESSA team in UMNGENI river, Tree Identification, Grass identification, Veld condition assessment, Animal condition and behavior, Guided walking trail, Environmental education program and resource. Conducted fire break, Scan sampling and Public speaking.
Conservation Volunteer
BISLEY NATURE RESERVE
01.2022 - 12.2022
Coursework
- Conducting Snare patrolling, Identifying components of riverine wetland and Conducting Animal Census. Conducted Population analysis on Wildebeests, Alien plant control, Soil erosion control as well as assisting Bisley nature reserve team with block burn
Plant Propagator Intern
DUBE TRADEPORT
11.2013 - 10.2014
- Data capturing and labeling on computer, Record keeping, Planting cuttings, Seed planting, Cleaning tools, equipment and cleanroom, Nursery operations, Media-preparation, Plant propagation, Cucumber production, Vegetable seedling production, Plant propagation using tissue culture, irrigation,fertilizing and chemical usage, stock control
Education
Diploma, Nature Conservation - Environmental Science
UNISA
Durban, South Africa 05.2014 - Current
NCV Level 4, Primary Agriculture - Agriculture
ELANGENI TVET Collage
Hammarsdale, South Africa 01.2010 - 12.2012
Grade 12 (Matric) - Science Education
UMVOTI High School
Greytown, South Africa 01.2004 - 12.2008
Skills
- Computer(Microsoft word, excel)
- Excellent driving record
- Snake handling
- First Aider
- Erosion control
- Data collection
- Time management abilities
- Routine vehicle maintenance
- Excellent Communication
- Conducting post mortem
- Camera traps setting and placing
- Analytical Thinking
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Title : Miss
ID Number : 9112291143083
Criminal Offence: None
Health Status : Excellent
Certificates
- Driver’s license Code 10 (C1)
- Basic first aid certificate
- Snake handling certificate
References
Name : Brilliant Phalane
Position: WESSA Operations Manager
Contact : 033 330 3931 - 072 346 7944 - 066 307 0025
Name : Mr. Solomon Nkosi
Position : DUBE TRADEPORT CSI Project Leader
Contact : 032 814 0032- 082 7775230
Timeline
Student Volunteer
WESSA Umngeni Valley Nature Reserve
01.2023 - 12.2023
Conservation Volunteer
BISLEY NATURE RESERVE
01.2022 - 12.2022
Diploma, Nature Conservation - Environmental Science
UNISA
05.2014 - Current
Plant Propagator Intern
DUBE TRADEPORT
11.2013 - 10.2014
NCV Level 4, Primary Agriculture - Agriculture
ELANGENI TVET Collage
01.2010 - 12.2012
Grade 12 (Matric) - Science Education
UMVOTI High School
01.2004 - 12.2008
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