Zelda Uwah

At the Central University of Technology Innovation Services in Bloemfontein:

* Supervise operations and offer corrective guidance to meet both short-term and long-term objectives.

* Manage the execution of skills development initiatives and special projects.

* Collaborate closely with organizational leadership and the board of directors to shape operational strategies.

*Oversee daily operations across multiple locations to enhance overall productivity.

*Monitor office workflows and administrative procedures to ensure smooth operations.

* Identify and secure commercial contract research and consulting opportunities, alongside managing additional projects to support CUTis in generating third-stream income for the University.

*Demonstrate proficiency and enthusiasm in working across various technical domains.

*Facilitate and coordinate stakeholder involvement effectively.

*Thrive in an environment with competing priorities and ambiguity.

*Possess knowledge of relevant legislation pertaining to infrastructure, ICT, Smart Industries, and Circular Economy.

*Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.

*Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.

*Managed daily operations while overseeing multiple locations to foster increased productivity.

*Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.

*Responsible for identifying and securing commercial contract research and consulting opportunities and managing the implementation of other ancillary projects.

At the Central University of Technology, Free State -

*Decrease Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHGe) – Carbon Footprint by:

*Executing Energy Management Projects

*Enacting water conservation initiatives.

*Undertaking projects to minimize Scope 3 GHGe.

*Facilitated the onboarding process for new employees, including training and documentation.

*Assisted technical personnel in implementing sustainable practices for teaching and laboratory facilities.

*Conducted Employee and Student Awareness Programmes to improve facility maintenance practices.

*Implemented Utility Reduction projects aimed at decreasing Scope 2 GHGe.

*Monitored the overall energy consumption of campus buildings/equipment to bolster university financial sustainability.

*Coordinated the integration of green technology in collaboration with the facilities team.

*Launched awareness campaigns centered on Sustainable development pillars: Environmental Development, Economic Development, and Socio-economic Development.

*Nurtured relationships with support, research, and academic staff to establish a living laboratory conducive to teaching, learning, research, and community engagement.

* Provided support to the Director of Estates and Infrastructure and the Deputy Vice Chancellor Resources and Operations in achieving university sustainability targets.

At the Central University of Technology Innovation Services (CUTis) in Bloemfontein:

Manage the fulfillment of the university's dual mandate, which involves generating third-stream income and utilizing the university's innovation ecosystem to foster innovation and entrepreneurship.

Responsibilities include:

* Leading, managing, and recruiting skilled staff.

* Developing and implementing strategic plans.

* Establishing and overseeing governance structures and processes.

* Ensuring timely reporting to the Board and other relevant university bodies.

* Establishing, implementing, and maintaining business systems, processes, policies, and procedures.

* Cultivating and managing partnerships and stakeholders.

* Supervising all organizational functions.

* Securing the financial sustainability of the organization, meeting quarterly and annual revenue and profit targets.

* Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, laws, and policies.

Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein

* Identified the causes of accidents and devised effective prevention strategies through comprehensive investigations and analyses.

* Investigated incidents, pinpointed root causes, and executed corrective measures.

* Formulated and implemented safety policies and protocols to enhance workplace safety standards.

* Carried out safety audits and inspections to detect workplace hazards and deficiencies.

* Generated compliance reports to prompt corrective actions based on audit findings, providing guidance and support to relevant stakeholders.

* Reviewed, developed, implemented, and monitored Safety Management Systems.

* Ensured compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation to safeguard the well-being of staff, students, visitors, and contractors.

* Collaborated proactively with managers and key personnel to foster continuous improvement in Health and Safety practices.

* Established and maintained risk assessments and accident management systems.

* Oversaw the maintenance of fire equipment and fire safety systems, coordinating fire drills and evacuation procedures.

* Orchestrated compliance with relevant legislation and coordinated Occupational Health and Safety activities across campuses.

* Offered support in risk management and conducted general administration duties related to Occupational Health and Safety.

* Designed and delivered training sessions, particularly for new staff induction, focusing on critical aspects of health and safety.

* Facilitated the implementation of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems.

* Conducted regular stakeholder engagement activities, providing safety guidelines tailored to each division within the organization.

At the Central University of Technology in the Free State, Bloemfontein:

* Employed a range of learning modalities and supportive materials to facilitate the learning process and enhance presentations.

* Reviewed and updated lesson plans and course content to promote student-centered learning.

* Cultivated industry relationships and partnerships relevant to the academic program.

* Participated in advisory board committees

* I managed language institutes located in Namyoung, Ilsan, Suncheon, and Kwangju Buk Gu.

* My responsibilities included developing and coordinating teaching schedules, assessing teacher performance, supporting the School Director in marketing and positioning the institute as the preferred language school, and organizing Level 6 Graduation ceremonies.