Zimkhitha Manyana

Expertise in International Relations: An in-depth understanding of the theoretical frameworks, historical developments, and contemporary issues related to international relations is essential. This includes familiarity with the various subfields of international relations, such as international security, international political economy, global governance, international law, and diplomacy.

Communication Skills: The ability to articulate complex concepts and theories to students with varying levels of prior knowledge; the use of appropriate teaching techniques to engage students, such as lectures, lecture slides (MS PowerPoint), workshops (MS Teams and in-person), and interactive sessions.

Critical Thinking: I possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills to analyze complex global issues and I am able to help students understand the interconnectedness of world events. I have taught students the ability to evaluate arguments, assess evidence, and identify assumptions in a rigorous and systematic manner.

Research and Writing: I have a strong research and writing background. This includes the ability to conduct original research and publish scholarly articles and books in leading academic journals and presses.

Interpersonal skills: I have built strong relationships with students, colleagues, and other professionals in the field. I am able to work collaboratively, provide feedback, and offer support to students from diverse backgrounds.

Technology Skills: I am proficient in the use of technology for research, teaching, and communication purposes. I am familiar with learning management systems, online teaching platforms, and research databases.

• In On Africa, IOA
• Quantitative & Qualitative research. CATI Market Research. Data manipulation, cleaning and survey instrument testing. Conducting and answering calls from study participants
• Collaborated with IOA consultants on wide-ranging international political economic issues on Slack
• Discussed qualitative and quantitative research approaches on Slack
• Shortlisted for a research opportunity
• Collaborated with a select team by Director Ogi Williams on a market size and market trends project
• Supported clients with business analysis, documentation, and data modeling.
• Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.

• Managed the University of Johannesburg Soweto Campus Writing Centre consisting of postgraduate and doctoral research fellows as writing consultants
• Promoted program courses, activities, and accomplishments internally and externally to boost recruitment and retain a diverse student body
• Initiated new learning methods to achieve total student comprehension while curbing learning time
• Monitored and tracked students' academic progress using MS Bookings for follow-up sessions and MS Teams to encourage successful learning outcomes
• Scheduled educational activities, faculty lectures, and departmental events to drive the institution’s mission and values
• Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills
• Analyzed instructor, student, and class trends to make proactive decisions about program operations
• Established and updated objectives and tools for the overall program and for each department to enhance operations
• Represented educational program at meetings and conferences to serve as subject matter liaison for various services and activities assigned.

• Worked on the companies trade network and advisory board on issues related to the AfCFTA
• Worked on projects with key company stakeholders and clients such as Istanbul Economics and Apple inc, ABSA, UNDP and the UNHCR
• Identified, researched, and tracked legislative issues relevant to current public issues
• Conducted regional economic community country studies
• Offered strategic recommendations for updates to institutional programs and policies, factoring in the current political and economic climate and trends
• Delivered political subject matter expertise to company representatives in the private sector
• Reviewed legislative and regulatory documents, analyzed their implications, and shared findings
• Drafted articles, letters, reports, and technical documents on policy and public affairs issues for the publication
• Analysed policy to review selected operations, programs, and practices using a data- driven approach to identify areas of concern and devise improvements
• Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.

• Planned lessons for the fixed time to strengthen weak module outcomes and build skills
• Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses
• Coached and mentored less-experienced tutors to observe and measure outcomes
• Improved test scores by focusing on reading comprehension, writing and critical thinking skills through one-on-one tutoring sessions.
• Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
• Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.

• Partnered with the marketing team to translate service features into student value propositions to be used in student messaging
• Team have reached over 80% of students on campus and numerous online
• Planned lessons for the allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills
• Collaborated with students to complete take-home assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weakness
• Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies
• Providing students with academic support, academic writing and training during one- on-one and online consultations (on platforms such as Zoom, WhatsApp, and email feedback)
• Composed original written material for various types of publications and submitted for approval by supervisor, editor or publisher.

• PMG, Cape Town, Freelance and remote monitoring specialist and have written over 10 reports found on the PMG website
• Attending assigned Parliamentary Committee meetings, recording and minuting the proceedings, and obtaining all documents tabled in the committees
• Gathered, organized, and input information into a digital database
• Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision- making
• Monitored government regulations and standards to provide alignment with company policies and procedures.

• 4IR and Digital Policy Research Unit, University of Johannesburg
• Reviewed a journal article submitted to the Digital Policy Studies Journal
• Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes, and approved final versions for publication
• Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy and compliance with quality standards
• Peer-reviewed academic book chapters for journal publication
• Handled internal staff correspondence through emails and scheduling
• Coordinated research activities for material development.
• Provided copy editing support to hit target dates for editorial and design productions with print and digital material.
• Organized material, determined area of emphasis and wrote according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.

• Facilitated English as a second language for foreign national students
• Utilized answer sheets and electronic marking devices to grade homework and tests, accurately computing and recording results
• Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand
• Helped lecturers prepare instructional material and displays
• Prepared reports and maintained administrative records
• Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic
• Provided students with academic support, developing appropriate lesson plans relevant to tutorials and module, academic writing and training, group and one-on- one consultations with students, online facilitation and consultation (on platforms such as Google classroom, Zoom, Blackboard Collaborate, Teams and Google meet), marking and setting tutorial assignments, and recording marks online.

• Responsible for a class of more than 100 students
• Providing support with academic support, developing appropriate lesson plans relevant to tutorials and the module
• Academic writing and training; group and one-on-one (before the COVID-19 pandemic) consultations with students; online facilitation and consultation (on platforms such as
• Zoom, Blackboard Collaborate, Teams and Google meet)
• Collaborated with team members to achieve target results
• Invigilation, academic admin support, marking and setting tutorial assignments and recording marks online
• Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports, and documents
• Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications
• Learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.

• Victoria Graham, UJ
• Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations
• Planned, modified, and executed research techniques, procedures, and tests
• Performed qualitative and quantitative analysis
• Prepared materials for reports, presentations, and submissions to peer-reviewed journal publications
• Collected research data through indices and surveys
• Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results
• Kept up with current domestic and international affairs

• Politics and International Relations, UJ
• Tutored first and second-year students on domestic and international affairs
• Maintained awareness of relevant current events and incorporated study into the curriculum
• modeled positive behaviors to assist with learning
• Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Organized program materials and documented attendance, incidents, and other observations
• Proctored quizzes, tests, and standardized examinations
• Developed instructional aids for classroom use and encouraged student participation
• Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards
• Gave assignments and graded work and regularly discussed the performance with students.