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Tonderai Fundira
Full Time Lecturer
NELSPRUIT,MP
Summary
To secure a thought-provoking, stimulating, interesting and inspiring position as a Business, Strategy, Marketing, Human Resources, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Corporate Governance, Strategic Change and Project Management Lecturer at a reputable institution, where I can utilize my extensive research, innovation, and data collection knowledge and as well as widespread business, corporate and professional work experience to foster academic excellence and guide Diploma, Undergraduate, Postgraduate and Master students towards building their successful careers in the business ecosphere.
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Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Full Time Lecturer
Bindura University of Science Education
06.2020 - Current
- Lecturing Subjects:
- Strategic Change Management Code MLC 515 to Masters Students.
- Change Management: Code MBL 507 to Master of Business Leadership students.
- Corporate Governance and Business Ethics code MBL 508 to all Masters students.
- Dissertation Supervisions to Undergraduate and Masters students
- Supervising Doctoral Thesis's to Ph.D. students.
- Teaching an Undergraduate student Module called PC 113 Entrepreneurship and Financial Management.
- Duties and Responsibilities
- Supervising classroom activities, taking notes, and writing up reports to share with the Academic Dean, academic managers, administrators and relevant stakeholders.
- Developing new strategies and plans for an improved transformative learning experience.
- Keeping abreast of the latest developments in teaching techniques and methods, as well as the latest developments in the incumbent's relevant subject area or area of expertise.
- Delivering the above commerce courses and content to students at the university.
- Lecturing 40 hours per Module.
- Preparing and delivering lectures, tutorials, workshops and seminars and organizing and planning course materials for lecturers.
Part-Time Lecturer
Reformed Church University (RCU)
04.2019 - 04.2024
- Part-Time :Contract Renewable every year since April 2019 to Date 2024 to Lecturer various Modules.
- Lecturing Modules:
- Undergraduate Modules Lectured from 15 April 2019 to Date 2025
- Strategic Human Resources Management Code HBUM427/HHRM408
- HIV and AIDS Management Code HBUM 431
- Industrial and Labor Relations Code HBUM 216/ HPAD 108
- Research Methods and Statistics Code RCU 201
- Organizational Behaviour : Code:HBUM 401
- Strategic Marketing Management : Code HBUM 406
- Postgraduate Students : Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Masters in Public Administration (MPA)
- Strategic Management Course Code MBA 111
- Marketing Management : Course Code MBA501
- Advanced Human Capital : Course Code MBA 504
- Capital Development, Course Code MBA505
- Organizational Behaviour: Course Code MBA508
- International Business : Course Code MBA511
- Master's In Public Administration (MPA)
- Strategic Planning and Management Course Code MPA 202
- Organisational Behaviour Course Code MPA 105
- Part-Time Duties and Responsibilities included:
- Lecturing 40 hours per Postgraduate and Undergraduate Module per semester.
- Preparing and delivering lectures as per course outline.
- Designing all course outlines to each Module.
- Preparing student notes for all the Modules.
- Marking students' individual assignments, Group assignments and in class Tests.
- Setting Individual Assignments, Group Assignments and Final Exam paper.
- Marking all final Exam scripts and then uploading results on University Online Portal.
Lecturer
Zimbabwe Ezekiel Guti University (ZEGU)
02.2020 - 03.2022
- Lecturer in the Faculty of Business Management, Economics and Accounting -(BEA)
- Lecturing Modules:
- Managing Nonprofit making Organizations: Course Code CBM403
- Corporate Governance; Course Code CBM402
- Change Management: Course Code CBM 404
- Business Financing Methods :Course Code CBM 202
- Duties and Responsibilities
- Wrote New curriculum and developed new Course Outlines for each of the above Modules.
- Lecturing 40 hours per Undergraduate Module.
- Uploading various students grades on university online portal.
- Created innovative lessons using various Learning platforms such as WhatsApp Lectures, Google Classroom, Zoom Lectures, Online lectures and Virtual lectures.
- Utilized multiple Blended learning strategies to meet the educational needs of all students, including power point presentations, you tube lecturing, internet via Emails and computer-based demonstrations utilizing projector, smart white board and Face to face lectures.
- Encouraged active and co-operative learning in students and included project-based learning into their daily classroom activities.
Part Time Lecturer
Woman University in Africa (WUA)
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Part Time Lecturer: Faculty of Management and Entrepreneurial Sciences.
- Lecturing Modules Levels:
- Postgraduate students : Master of Business Administration (MBA) & Dissertation supervisor of 16 Part-time students.
- Undergraduate Students.
- Honors Students
- Lecturing the following Part-Time Modules:
- Postgraduate : Master of Business Administration
- Corporate Governance and Business Ethics : Code MBA 211
- Business Research Methods : Code MBA 212
- Strategic Quality Management : Code MBA 214
- Electronic Commerce : Code MBA 210
- Undergraduate Students:
- Stakeholder Marketing : Code BMM321
- Supervised 14 Master of Business Administration (MBA) students from start to Finish.
- Part-Time Duties and Responsibilities included:
- Lecturing 35 hours per Postgraduate and Undergraduate Module.
- Preparing and delivering lectures as per course outline.
- Designing all course outlines to each Module.
- Preparing student notes for all the Modules.
- Marking students' individual assignments, Group assignments and in class Tests and Final exams.
- Setting Individual Assignments, Group Assignments and Final Exam papers.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of KwaZulu Natal (UKZN)
10.2013 - 12.2016
- Full-Time Doctoral /Ph.D. student at The Graduate School of Business and Leadership (GSBL) Westville, Durban ,KwaZulu Natal
- Elected as UKZN Doctoral Student Representative (DSR) From 18 October 2014 to 31 December 2016
- Duties and Responsibilities of GTA
- Organizing GSBL Research Seminars for Doctoral Students.
- Organizing every year since 2014 the GSBL Summer Research Week- Inviting International students from Russia, German , Pollan , Spain , Zimbabwe , Malawi .
- Working with GBSL Responsible for assisting a professor with lecturing and assignment marking responsibilities for undergraduate business course.
- Designed Undergraduate student lesson plans and mentoring their class projects and arranged corporate and business guest speakers and led various undergraduate class discussions. Assisted various professors in preparing their face-to-face class lectures and served as a liaison between students and professor.
- Responsible for developing, grading, writing student assignments, term papers, quizzes and exams.
- Addressed and resolved student academic issues and problems with professors and university management.
Part-Time Student Librarian
University of KwaZulu Natal (UKZN)
03.2014 - 09.2016
- Working as a Part-Time Student Librarian at the University of Kwa Zulu Natal Main Library at Westville, Durban Campus.
- Worked a 30 Hours shift per week from Monday to Sunday.
- Packing books on to shelves and logging in returned Academic textbooks.
- Monitoring and controlling and managing students in the 24 Hours Library.
Deputy Secondary Head/Deputy School Principal & School Teacher
Public Service (Zimbabwe)
08.2011 - 09.2013
- Principals of Accounting -at O Level.
- Fiona Secondary School-Makonde District
- Duties and Responsibilities as Deputy School Head / Deputy School Principal
- Taught on the core topics of Accounts to secondary students.
- Performed various school administrative duties such conducting weekly teacher's meeting, organizing and chairing School Development Committee monthly meetings.
- Created lesson plans for all accounting classes from Form 1 ,2,3 and 4 students.
- Graded midterm student exams.
- Developed learning new Accounts materials and teaching aids such charts , computers and tablet.
- Ensured all new Ministry of Education curriculum and Secondary School requirements were met.
- Provided extra support to struggling accounting students.
- Constantly expanded educational networks and participated in local and provincial accounting and teaching workshops.
- Used excellent subject knowledge to plan and teach the accounting subject Curriculum to students at the school.
- Planned and delivered well informed and engaged lessons according to the teaching learning framework.
Marketing Manager
Supreme Public Relations (Pvt) Ltd
07.2010 - 07.2013
- Duties and Responsibilities
- Managed and coordinated marketing and creative staff.
- Lead marketing research efforts to uncover the viability of current and existing products/services.
- Collaborated with media organizations and advertising agencies.
- Coordinated with the sales team and other departments to produce effective strategies.
- Analysed data to evaluate the success of the marketing efforts and come up with new ideas to improve brand marketing and exposure.
- Oversaw all marketing campaigns for the company.
- Ensured the company was communicating the right message to attract prospective customers and retain existing ones.
- Represented the marketing team to cross functional groups including product management , sales or customer support.
- Updated senior leadership on the progress of marketing activities and reported on the results of campaigns.
Project Management Director and Consultant
Advanced Project Management Solutions (APMS cc.)
09.2010 - 06.2011
- Duties and Responsibilities:
- Preparing detailed proposals and marketing plans.
- Developing and implementing comprehensive marketing strategies across various channels, including digital, social media, email and print.
- Conducting marketing research to identify industry trends and commercial opportunities.
- Studying company profile and operations to understand it's marketing needs.
- Advising on branding, positioning, communications and other marketing issues.
- Giving direction to marketing efforts with the most effective methods and tools.
- Leasing with marketing department and external vendors.
- Monitoring marketing projects and analysed results. Writing reports with suggestions for improvements and new ideas.
- Measuring and analysing marketing campaign performance using key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and make data-driven decisions.
Construction and Project Manager and Admin
JDR Construction CC
08.2006 - 06.2010
- Duties and Responsibilities
- Developed long-term building project plans to achieve business goals.
- Managed Five new building projects such as New Buscor Pvt Ltd Bus Terminus ,36 SANDF Flats ,3 Guest Lodges and 2 Private schools
- Led and managed cross-functional construction teams in during various construction projects.
- Established excellent working relationships with various civil , machinal electric engineers and architectures to promote the JDR ‘s company's projects.
- Analysed various building data to develop project management strategies.
- Managed internal communications and all recruitment processes to ensure consistency.
- Conducted competitive analysis to assess the company's position in the market.
- Assisted with development of new business generation strategies.
Education
Doctorate in Business Administration /Ph.D. - Strategic Management and Strategic Leadership
University of KwaZulu Natal (GSBL)
Westville, Durban, South Africa04.2019
SA Matric/ University of Cambridges ‘A' - 3 Level Passes
Alan Wilson High School
Master's - Business Leadership (MBL)
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Pretoria, South Africa09.2010
Advanced Certificate - Project Management
Damelin College
Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, South Africa08.2008
Part ACCA Certificate - undefined
Association of Chartered Accountants – Scotland
United Kingdom10.2003
Certificate - Information Technology
City and Guilds
United Kingdom08.2003
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) - Business Management & Industrial Psychology
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Pretoria, South Africa09.2001
Immediate Degree Certificate - Commerce Faculty of Economics and Science Management
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Pretoria, South Africa10.2000
Skills
I have valid driver's license
Advanced writing and editing skills
Advanced skills in MS Word, Outlook, and Excel (must be computer proficient)
Experienced in managing teams
Ability to make effective decisions under pressure
Passionate about learning
Possesses a growth mindset and is prepared to go the extra mile
Available to conduct academics and tutors facilitate in the evenings and Saturdays or Sundays
Using Innovative Teaching and Learning approaches in the classroom
Works well in a team
Exceptional Research, Presentation & Teaching Skills Curriculum Development & Classroom Management Mentoring & Academic Writing
Exam Preparation Skills
Public Speaking
Ability to give instructions to students
Ability to facilitate various student learning platforms , such as Online Learning , Virtual Learning and Google Classroom
Knowledge of different learning styles Knowledge of Business Management
Computer Literacy & Proficiency (Power Point, Word Processing & Excel) Knowledge of various teaching and learning Course Materials
Using Blended Learning lecturing Method
Lecture development
Online class discussion
Academic publication
Discussion facilitation
PowerPoint
Classroom management
Student counseling
Lesson planning
Presentations
Online lectures
Research and analysis
Public speaking
Class management
Student records management
Student engagement
Academic research
Group and individual instruction
Exam writing
Faculty communication
Subject expertise
Course development
Student needs assessment
Academic writing
Curriculum creation
Organization
Learning management systems
Academic advisement
Student advisement
Faculty collaboration
Instructional technology
Assessment design
Program assessment
Supporting materials
Continuing education
Differentiated instruction
Online content delivery
Feedback delivery
Remote lecturing
Student achievement promotion
Collaboration
Student performance evaluation
Class organization
Course instruction
Faculty meeting participation
Research and writing
Learning management interfaces
Lecturing
Effective communication
Time management
Excellent communication
Time management abilities
Interpersonal skills
Multitasking
Teamwork and collaboration
Multitasking Abilities
Self motivation
Adaptability and flexibility
Professionalism
Team collaboration
Analytical thinking
Organizational skills
Problem-solving aptitude
Problem-solving abilities
Student research guidance
Analytical skills
Research
Problem-solving
Interpersonal communication
Active listening
Adaptability
Online learning tools
Examination administration
Student assessment
Student evaluation
Written communication
Decision-making
Team building
Goal setting
Classroom presentations
Task prioritization
Class instruction
Continuous improvement
Attention to detail
Technology-based curriculum
Critical thinking
Learning tools and materials
Reliability
Lesson plan creation
Performance assessment
Relationship building
Distance learning tools
Issue resolution
Grant writing
Thesis advisement
Professional demeanor
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved [Result] by introducing [Software] for [Type] tasks.
Software
Certification
I have valid driver's license.
Interests
Researching , Inventions , Patents , Designing New Educational Modules , Writing books
References
- Joyce, Chigome, Campus Director, chigomej@rcu.ac.zw, 0782737414, 0772 541 858, Reformed Church University, Stand Number 3932, Jabavu Drive, Highfield, Harare, Zimbabwe
- M.M., Mapanga, Registrar, mmapanga@rcu.ac.zw, info@rcu.ac.zw, +2638688002249, 0782782707, 0772168104, 0772168138, Reformed Church University (RCU), Reibeek Farm, Along Masvingo-Mashava Road, Masvingo, Zimbabwe, P.O. Box 80 Masvingo, Zimbabwe, Information & Admissions
- Innocent, Chinyemba, Registrar, admin@zegu.ac.zw, chinyembai@staff.zegu.ac.zw, +263 8 677 006 136, Zimbabwe Ezekiel Guti University, Stand No. 1901 Barrassie Rd, Off Shamva Road, Bindura, Zimbabwe, Box 350
- Mathew, Marembo, mmarembo@zegu.ac.zw, +263777216812, Zimbabwe Ezekiel Guti University (ZEGU), Former :Dean of Faculty of Business, Economics and Accounting
- Sam, Takavarasha Jnr, Designation Dean of Faculty of Management and Entrepreneurial Sciences, stakavarasha@wua.ac.zw, stjnr1@gmail.com, Information@wua.ac.zw, +26324 2459601, Woman University in Africa, Harare Campus, Contact details
Communication
As a Doctoral ,Postgraduate & Undergraduate Full -Time Lecturer , I have honed my communication skills through years of experience in verbal and written communication with various clients, students , academic researchers , and team members. I have extensive experience in creating and delivering online or face to face presentations, preparing and responding to business scholars, and ensuring effective communication throughout the organisation.
Travelling ,Playing Squash , Watching Rugby and cricket matches live.
I enjoy travelling across South Africa .I like to exercise and keep fit. I like to research and Innovate .I can speak Zulu and Shona languages .
Timeline
Full Time Lecturer
Bindura University of Science Education
06.2020 - Current
Lecturer
Zimbabwe Ezekiel Guti University (ZEGU)
02.2020 - 03.2022
Part Time Lecturer
Woman University in Africa (WUA)
08.2019 - 08.2020
Part-Time Lecturer
Reformed Church University (RCU)
04.2019 - 04.2024
Part-Time Student Librarian
University of KwaZulu Natal (UKZN)
03.2014 - 09.2016
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of KwaZulu Natal (UKZN)
10.2013 - 12.2016
Deputy Secondary Head/Deputy School Principal & School Teacher
Public Service (Zimbabwe)
08.2011 - 09.2013
Project Management Director and Consultant
Advanced Project Management Solutions (APMS cc.)
09.2010 - 06.2011
Marketing Manager
Supreme Public Relations (Pvt) Ltd
07.2010 - 07.2013
Construction and Project Manager and Admin
JDR Construction CC
08.2006 - 06.2010
SA Matric/ University of Cambridges ‘A' - 3 Level Passes
Alan Wilson High School
Master's - Business Leadership (MBL)
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Advanced Certificate - Project Management
Damelin College
Part ACCA Certificate - undefined
Association of Chartered Accountants – Scotland
Certificate - Information Technology
City and Guilds
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) - Business Management & Industrial Psychology
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Immediate Degree Certificate - Commerce Faculty of Economics and Science Management
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Doctorate in Business Administration /Ph.D. - Strategic Management and Strategic Leadership
University of KwaZulu Natal (GSBL)