Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Timeline
Reference
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Viwe Mbonwa

Pinetown

Summary

A motivated and dependable professional with experience as a Store Assistant and Teacher’s Assistant, demonstrating strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills. Skilled in customer service, adaptability, supporting team objectives and the ability to maintain efficient and well-structured retail and educational environments. Currently seeking a position in supply chain or logistics that offers professional growth and the opportunity to apply analytical thinking, time management, and problem-solving abilities to enhance operational efficiency and contribute to organizational success.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Store Assistant

Spares and Battery Centre
03.2023 - 06.2025
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Increased store efficiency by maintaining accurate inventory records and restocking merchandise as needed.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by building strong relationships with colleagues and working cooperatively on tasks.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing concerns promptly.

Tutor Volunteer

Self Employed
05.2022 - 01.2025
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Expanded students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by employing innovative teaching methods and tools.
  • Aided students with planning and preparation for class projects.


PGCE Student: Assistant Teaching Placement

Khutliso Daniels Secondary School
02.2020 - 10.2020

Worked alongside seasoned secondary Geography and Life Orientation educators to gain practical teaching experience and develop pedagogical skills.

Key responsibilities:

  • Observed, assisted, and gradually assumed teaching duties under guidance.
  • Designed lesson plans, learning objectives, and assessments aligned with the curriculum
  • Evaluated students' progress and provided constructive
    feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
  • Created a positive and inclusive classroom environment
    conducive to learning.
  • Ensured students adhered to the COVID-19 guidelines.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Supply Chain Management

Regent Business School
Durban
03-2026

Bachelor of Social Science Honours - Psychology

South African College of Applied Psychology
Durban
04-2022

Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Geography And Life Orientation

Rhodes University
Makhanda
03-2021

Bachelor of Social Science - Psychology And Geography

Rhodes University
Makhanda
03-2020

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Organizational skills
  • Computer proficiency and Microsoft office

Certification

  • Conflict Management and Negotiation, Regent Business School - October 2025
  • Introduction to Effective Communication Skills, Regent Business School - October 2025
  • Essential customer service skills, Regent Business School - October 2025
  • Effective presentation skills, Regent Business School - October 2025

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Zulu
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Xhosa
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Store Assistant

Spares and Battery Centre
03.2023 - 06.2025

Tutor Volunteer

Self Employed
05.2022 - 01.2025

PGCE Student: Assistant Teaching Placement

Khutliso Daniels Secondary School
02.2020 - 10.2020

Bachelor of Commerce - Supply Chain Management

Regent Business School

Bachelor of Social Science Honours - Psychology

South African College of Applied Psychology

Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Geography And Life Orientation

Rhodes University

Bachelor of Social Science - Psychology And Geography

Rhodes University

Reference

  • Caleb Peter Pillay (Spares and Battery Centre)- 081 314 0432
  • Zukiswa Barbara Mfeka (Teacher )- 082 861 8912
Viwe Mbonwa