Thobeka Maphalala

Work History

Team Leader: Assessment and Certification

STADIO - School of Fashion

11.2022 - Current

Management of Assessment Processes: Oversee campus venue and/or online examination processes
Coordinate assessment marking and moderation, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Manage the migration of assessment results from Canvas to SIMS
Monitor and ensure compliance with assessment planner due dates and deliverables
Facilitate the distribution of results, transcripts, and certificates as per guidelines
Policies, SOPs: Implement academic administration requirements following STADIO Application and Registration policies and SOPs
Understand and align with specific academic requirements for each school on campus
Graduation and Certification Support: Assist with graduation as a member of the regional graduation committee
Successfully identify over 150 potential graduates and ensure that all required graduation criteria are met for those graduating from both the Randburg and Hatfield campuses.
Ensure accurate management of academic transcripts and certification processes

National Benchmark Test (NBT) Site Co-Ordinator

Centre for Educational Assessments, NBT Project, UCT - Part-time

03.2013 - Current

Oversee the logistics and organization of the National Benchmark Test (NBT)
Ensure smooth test administration
Manage test venues
Facilitate assessment processes related to the NBT.

Student Relations Officer

Advtech - IIE Vega School

02.2017 - 10.2022

Student Experience Management: Organizing Registration Week and Orientation Week
Managing specific student portfolios to enhance their experience
Serving as the primary contact for academic issues and allocation of student portfolios
Providing assessment schedules, academic materials, and other student-related information to lecturers and students
Acting as a liaison between students and lecturers to address concerns proactively
Managing processes for identifying and assisting students with academic challenges (e.g., poor performance or attendance)
Student Support and Well-being: Monitoring and addressing the performance of 'at-risk' students, involving parents when necessary
Referring students to a Wellness Navigator for counseling on various issues such as time management or crises management
Building relationships with students and directing them to appropriate resources for academic or emotional challenges
Facilitating student adjustment to tertiary education by coordinating support services and being visible throughout their studies
Encouraging student participation in wellness initiatives like blood donation or health checks
Administration and Recordkeeping: Managing electronic student files and ensuring accurate documentation
Tracking international student visa statuses, conditional admissions, and special concessions
Updating student records on academic management systems
Coordinating the registration and graduation processes, including logistical arrangements for graduation ceremonies
Managing assessment cycles and related administrative tasks.

Academic Operations Co-ordinator

Advtech - IIE Vega School

03.2013 - 01.2017

Photography Short Learning Programmes (SLP) Management: Organizing and managing photography short learning programmes, including outings and related activities
Handling registration and attendance capturing for SLPs
Printing certificates for SLP completions
General Administration and Document Management: Filing and tracking documents related to SLPs and student registrations
Assisting with general administrative tasks such as photocopying, stationery ordering, and managing notice boards
Supporting in exam processes including invigilating and setting up exam sittings
Student Registration and Data Management: Registering students for short learning programmes
Ensuring timely downloading and forwarding of mark sheets for assessment purposes
Uploading assessment marks accurately and on time
Support Role: Assisting the Relationship Navigator with basic data capturing and updating student information as needed
Supporting Student Relationship Co-Coordinators with student administration tasks
Addressing student queries and handling former student certificate reprints
Receptionist Relief and Other Assistance: Providing relief support for the receptionist during lunch breaks or when on leave
Assisting with reception duties as required.

Assistant Student Advisor

Advtech - IIE Vega School

01.2012 - 02.2013

Overall, this role is centered on managing leads, guiding prospective students through the application process, and ensuring effective communication and follow-up to secure student registrations
Additionally, it involves representing the brand at events and providing comprehensive support to students from their initial inquiry through to registration.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Team Leader: Assessment and Certification

National Benchmark Test (NBT) Site Co-Ordinator

Student Relations Officer

Academic Operations Co-ordinator

Assistant Student Advisor

Education

National Senior Certificate in Advertising - Advertising

Diploma in Graphic Design and Web Development - Graphic Design

Grade 12 - Senior Certificate -

Skills

Availability

Driverlicense

Personal Information

References

Level 1 First Aid

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