Zamantshali Dlamini
Intersectional Feminist Researcher, Writer and Gender Justice Practitioner
Pinetown
Summary
Experienced academic professional with proven track record in delivering engaging and insightful lectures. Adept at curriculum development, research, and fostering inclusive learning environment. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving academic excellence. Reliable and adaptable, with skills in critical thinking, communication, and classroom management.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
LECTURER: GENDER AND RELIGION
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Durban
07.2021 - Current
- Exhibits profound knowledge in feminist and queer theories, evidenced by influential publications and dynamic conference presentations.
- Teaching a full post-graduate load in Gender and Religion from the second semester 2023 with a focus on the development, innovation, and adaptation of modules offered at Honors and Masters Level.
- Modules developed and taught during this period include: Theo 839 Core Module in Gender, Religion and Sexual Reproductive Health Rights, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025. - Theo 775/835 Biblical Hermeneutics: Woman and Gender, 2023, 2024 and 2025. - Theo 736/836 Issues of Gender and Masculinity, 2023 and 2025.
- Skilled in integrating feminist and social justice frameworks within African societal structures for progressive development and organization.
- Possesses robust research capabilities, coupled with strong advocacy, capacity enhancement, and movement-building proficiencies.
- Expertly navigates the complex interplay between Gender, Religion, and Culture to cultivate life-affirming faith communities in Africa.
- Actively involved at a parish level in as far as shaping trauma-informed spaces for pastoral support.
- Actively involved in developing teaching and learning modules for Faith Leadership Gender Transformation Programme equipping faith leaders to become credible and effective stakeholders in achieving the National Strategic Plan to End Gender-based violence (GBV).
- Actively involved in shaping the pedagogies that develops tools and resources where religion/faith matters.
- Involved in the development and implementation of a Gender and Religion with activities, timelines, and resources.
RESEARCHER AND PUBLIC THEOLOGY PROGRAMME COORDINATOR
uJamaa Centre for Community Development and Research
Durban
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Part-time Theological educator & Project Coordinator.
- Capacity building: Provide GBV training to faith leaders and women communities.
- Workshop coordination and process facilitation using contextual bible studies (CBS).
- Collaborating with private and civil society sectors on gender justice programs.
- Developing publications and conference presentations.
- Coordinating the annual public lecture for public theology.
- Contributed publications, and conducted conference talks.
- Coordinated the annual Public Theology lecture.
- Led GBV training for faith leaders and women in communities.
- Developed and facilitated online and in-person workshops for engagement focusing on GBV prevention.
- Partnered with sectors to enhance gender justice program delivery.
- Over 30 workshops have been trained for men and women in vulnerable communities.
PART-TIME THEOLOGICAL EDUCATOR & CURRICULUM CONSULTANT
We will speak out (with Faith-in Action, Durban)
Durban
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Delivered expert administrative support, enhancing operational efficiency in the online delivery of workshops/classes for faith leaders.
- Strategically planned and coordinated meetings, ensuring precise minute-taking and detailed recordings.
- Conducted comprehensive research and contributed to the curriculum development and resources.
- Facilitated gender-transformative workshops both online and in-person, driving impactful engagement.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
RESEARCH MENTOR
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Durban
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Assisting in the teaching and learning of the modules of the Gender, Religion and Health Programme.
- Offering lectures for the following modules: Biblical Hermeneutics: Women and Gender and Issues of Gender and Masculinity.
- Writing Mentor- Mentored Postgraduate students during their proposal development stage along with their supervisor.
- Assist with searching for resources and journey with them throughout to ensure they submit work that is of the standard of the gender and religion programme.
- Enhanced module engagement for Gender, Religion & Health Program.
- Delivered impactful lectures on Biblical Hermeneutics & Gender.
- Guided students in crafting superior proposals for academic success.
- Optimized resource use for elevated student project standards.
- Maximized publication output by assisting researchers in drafting high-quality manuscripts for submission to reputable journals.
- Streamlined data analysis processes for improved efficiency and accuracy in research projects.
LECTURER: INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
Varsity College, Westville Campus
Durban
02.2018 - 12.2019
- Modules taught: Critical Studies (Honours level), Media Studies (Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Corporate Communication students).
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
FIRST & DEPUTY CHIEF EDUCATION SPECIALIST
Department of Education
Durban
06.2002 - 09.2014
- Managed school programmes geared towards providing psychological support in mainstream and special Schools.
- Managed the administrative processes needed to take the programmes forward to implementation.
- Convener for the stakeholders meeting (career guidance subcommittee): ensuring that meeting discussed core activities as per annual plans.
- Provided ongoing training and capacity building for coordinators.
- Successfully led and convened the District Career Programme (Pmburg and Pinetown).
- Provided strategic and leadership on the subject matter of education for learners with special needs.
- Conducted psychological assessment of learners to ensure suitable placement in the special needs' educational facilities.
- Facilitating teacher trainer workshops, empowering educators and school managers on how to support learners with scholastic challenges.
- Oversaw departmental operations and increased efficiency 90% to reduce costs for taxpayers and department 76%.
- Improved department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new technology solutions.
- Rewrote and updated comprehensive department policies and procedures.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments for potential projects or initiatives before moving forward with implementation efforts.
LECTURER
Durban Technical College
Durban
03.1997 - 06.2002
- Develop comprehensive lesson plans and curriculum materials for NATED Specialist Educare (N5-N6) modules.
- Facilitating the placement of students at Early Childhood Development facilities.
- Supervision of internship programs for experiential purposes.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATOR AND SCHOOL COUNSELLOR
Department of Education
Durban
03.1996 - 07.1997
- Teaching and learning, assessment, planning, and moderation for Grades 8, 9, and 10 pupils.
- Supporting students' academic, career, and personal development.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by setting clear expectations and providing consistent reinforcement for appropriate behaviors.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formal and informal assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to ensure mastery of content.
Education
Ph.D. - Gender And Religion
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Lecture development
Work Availability
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Timeline
LECTURER: GENDER AND RELIGION
University of KwaZulu-Natal
07.2021 - Current
RESEARCHER AND PUBLIC THEOLOGY PROGRAMME COORDINATOR
uJamaa Centre for Community Development and Research
02.2021 - 07.2022
PART-TIME THEOLOGICAL EDUCATOR & CURRICULUM CONSULTANT
We will speak out (with Faith-in Action, Durban)
02.2021 - 12.2021
RESEARCH MENTOR
University of KwaZulu-Natal
02.2020 - 12.2021
LECTURER: INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
Varsity College, Westville Campus
02.2018 - 12.2019
FIRST & DEPUTY CHIEF EDUCATION SPECIALIST
Department of Education
06.2002 - 09.2014
Ph.D. - Gender And Religion
University of KwaZulu-Natal
04.2001 -
LECTURER
Durban Technical College
03.1997 - 06.2002
HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATOR AND SCHOOL COUNSELLOR
Department of Education
03.1996 - 07.1997
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