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Thato Maja

Thato Maja

Public Administrator
Johannesburg,GP

Summary

Results-driven student leader with a strong background in finance, mentorship, and administration. Proven ability to foster collaboration and spearhead initiatives that enhance team performance and promote personal growth. Skilled in leveraging analytical abilities to make informed decisions and optimize processes across diverse environments. Committed to delivering impactful results while cultivating a positive and inclusive atmosphere for peers and stakeholders.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Appointed Marker

Department of Public Administration, University of the Free State
03.2025 - Current
  • Marking tests and examinations and providing feedback to students
  • Collaborated with team members for improved workflow and consistent product quality.
  • Marked 94 test scripts for test 1 so far.

Residence Committee Prime, Values & Strategies

Emily Hobhouse Residence
08.2025 - 12.2025

Led a team to achieve Gold status for Best Managed Residence

  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
  • Had oversight management over 9 other Residence Committee members in a residence with capacity of 155 residents.

Residence Committee Vice Prime, Discipline, and Colleges

Emily Hobhouse Residence
11.2024 - 12.2025
  • Assisted in maintaining discipline and overseeing college activities
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Made a fine collection of over R3000 used to purchase a recording device and receipt book, to assist in the residence discipline procedures.

Secretary

South College Executive Committee
11.2024 - 07.2025
  • Managed committee meetings and maintained records of all meeting agendas and minutes.
  • Created a template that is being used by the new secretary.
  • Produced minutes and agenda 5 days following the meeting.

Head Mentor

Emily Hobhouse Residence
01.2024 - 11.2024
  • Led a peer mentorship team to win Best Performing Peer Mentorship team and received a trophy
  • Navigated challenging situations with empathy and professionalism, fostering trust between all parties involved in the mentorship process.
  • Had management oversight over 14 mentors and 52 mentees.

First Years Committee (Finance, Maintenance, Breakages)

Emily Hobhouse Residence
04.2023 - 11.2023
  • Managed finances and maintained facilities for first-year students
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Took charge of the running of the residence shop, receiving over 21 customers a day.

Education

Bachelor of Administration Honours - Public Administration

University of The Free State
Bloemfontein, South Africa
04-2027

Bachelor of Administration - Public Administration

University of The Free State
Bloemfontein, South Africa
04-2026

National Senior Certificate - Commerce

Southview High School
Johannesburg, South Africa
12-2021

Skills

Communication

Teamwork and Collaboration

Critical Thinking and Problem-solving

Leadership and Mentorship

Organization and Administration

Analytical skills

Accomplishments

  • Led a team to achieve Gold status for Best Managed Residence (2025)
  • Led a peer mentorship team to win Best Performing Peer Mentorship team (2024)

Timeline

Residence Committee Prime, Values & Strategies

Emily Hobhouse Residence
08.2025 - 12.2025

Appointed Marker

Department of Public Administration, University of the Free State
03.2025 - Current

Residence Committee Vice Prime, Discipline, and Colleges

Emily Hobhouse Residence
11.2024 - 12.2025

Secretary

South College Executive Committee
11.2024 - 07.2025

Head Mentor

Emily Hobhouse Residence
01.2024 - 11.2024

First Years Committee (Finance, Maintenance, Breakages)

Emily Hobhouse Residence
04.2023 - 11.2023

Bachelor of Administration Honours - Public Administration

University of The Free State

Bachelor of Administration - Public Administration

University of The Free State

National Senior Certificate - Commerce

Southview High School
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