Thembelihle Meyer
Johannesburg
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive volunteer experience in educational and non-profit settings. Skilled in fostering supportive environments through empathy and cultural awareness. Experienced in first aid, library services, and hospitality, with a strong track record in resource organisation and system maintenance. Recognised for effective collaboration and communication in diverse teams.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
Daily Bread Org.
04.2024 - 01.2025
- Collaborated on community food distribution and outreach programs to enhance access for underserved populations.
- Interacted with beneficiaries to provide respectful and empathetic service, fostering positive relationships.
- Collaborated with organisational staff to ensure efficient operations.
Hospitality Assistant
Fourways High School
04.2024 - 01.2025
- Welcomed guests and staff during functions, contributing to a positive atmosphere.
- Prepared and served meals while maintaining high hygiene standards for safety.
- Coordinated catering services for school events, enhancing guest experiences.
First Aider
Fourways High School
01.2022 - 10.2023
- Administered wound care techniques, facilitating recovery and minimising complications.
- Managed multiple patients calmly under pressure, prioritising tasks effectively.
- Delivered mental health support to individuals affected by traumatic events, fostering resilience.
- Assisted event organisers in ensuring safety protocols were followed for all attendees.
Library Assistant
Selly Park Convent Primary School
01.2017 - 10.2019
- Assisted patrons in locating resources and using printing and copying services.
- Handled circulation desk operations, including check-in/out of materials.
- Organised shelves and materials for easy access and efficient navigation.
- Guided children in selecting age-appropriate and reading-level suitable books.
- Processed incoming books and multimedia items efficiently.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and inviting library environment.
Education
Grade 12 Student -
Fourways High School
Fourways, South Africa12-2025
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Law
Emeris
Sandton, South Africa05-2026
Skills
- Food distribution logistics
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Coordination of food banks
- Empathetic communication
- Cultural competence
- Emotional awareness
- Record-keeping precision
- Engagement with community members
- Management of tasks and priorities
- Support for educational programs
- Cataloguing books effectively
- Accuracy in shelf reading
Certification
- First Aid Certificate (Gold), Absolute Health Services
- Bronze Awards, 2, [Specify achievements, e.g., community service, academic recognition]
- Silver Awards, 2, [Specify achievements, e.g., leadership, volunteering excellence]
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Interests
- Reading
- Cooking
- Socializing
- Outdoor activities
Accomplishments
- Led pupils at lower grades (Gr R to 7) and peers.
- Successfully coordinated grades' class Gand homework.
- Advanced from Media Assistant to Leader quickly as result of hardwork and dedication.
- Recognised for first aid (bronze)
- First team orienteering
- General knowledge (silver)
Timeline
Volunteer
Daily Bread Org.
04.2024 - 01.2025
Hospitality Assistant
Fourways High School
04.2024 - 01.2025
First Aider
Fourways High School
01.2022 - 10.2023
Library Assistant
Selly Park Convent Primary School
01.2017 - 10.2019
Grade 12 Student -
Fourways High School
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Law
Emeris