HIGH SCHOOL

Kutlwanong Centre for Maths, Science, and Technology

• Member Since: January 2014 till Dec 2016

• Roles:Was part of this Mathematics and Science programme at high school.

• Improved communication skills through interactions with other learners, educators, and other alumni through this programme. 

• Honed mentoring and coaching skills by working directly with other learners to help them achieve their academic goals. 

UNIVERSITY OF LIMPOPO

PROMATHS Alumni

University of Limpopo PROMATHS Alumni Network

• Member Since: January 2017

• Roles:

  • Mentorship: Mentored high school students, in mathematics and science, helping them improve their understanding and performance in these subjects.

  • Events and Workshops: Organized and participated in workshops and seminars aimed at promoting education among high school students and university peers.

  • Networking: Actively engaged in PROMATHS Alumni networking events to build connections with other alumni and industry professionals.

  • Community Outreach: Contributed to community outreach programs, focusing on enhancing access to quality education in underserved areas.

  • Alumni Meetings: Regularly attended PROMATHS Alumni meetings to stay updated on new initiatives and to contribute ideas for future projects and activities.

Skills and Competencies Developed

• Leadership and Teamwork: Enhanced leadership skills through organizing and leading various initiatives and programs.

• Communication: Improved communication skills by interacting with students, educators, and other alumni.

• Problem-Solving: Developed problem-solving skills by addressing educational challenges and finding effective solutions to improve student outcomes.

• Project Management: Gained project management experience through planning and executing events and programs.

• Mentoring and Coaching: Honed mentoring and coaching abilities by working directly with students to help them achieve their academic goals.

MICTSETA Cybersecurity Certification

• Issuing Organization: Media, Information and Communication Technologies Sector Education and Training Authority (MICTSETA)

• Completion Date: Nov 2021

• Skills Acquired:

  • Fundamentals of cybersecurity

  • Network security protocols and architecture

  • Cybersecurity risk management

I CAN 4IR Certification

• Issuing Organization: I CAN 4IR

• Completion Date: November 2023

• Skills Acquired:

  • Internet of Things (IoT) implementation

  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning applications

  • Robotics and IT security

Skills and Competencies

• Programming Languages: Python, C++

• Data Analysis and Visualization: Excel, Tableau, Power BI

• Machine Learning: Pandas, Scikit-learn

• Soft Skills: Leadership, Teamwork, Communication, Problem-solving

BANKSETA LEARNERSHIP 

Small Enterprise Finance Agency (sefa)

• Learner Since: March 2023-March 2024

Learnership Experience

IT Department (IT Support and Development)

• Duration: March 2023 - August 2023(6 months)

• Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Provided IT support to end-users, troubleshooting hardware and software issues to ensure smooth operations.

  • Assisted in the development and maintenance of internal IT systems and applications.

  • Participated in IT projects, contributing to the implementation of new technologies and solutions.

  • Collaborated with team members to enhance cybersecurity measures and data protection protocols.

Strategy Department (Business Intelligence and Data Science)

• Duration: September 2023 -February 2024

• Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Engaged in data collection, cleaning, and analysis to support business decision-making processes.

  • Developed and implemented data visualizations and dashboards using BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau.

  • Contributed to the design and optimization of data models and databases for efficient data storage and retrieval.

  • Assisted in the development of predictive models and machine learning algorithms to uncover insights and trends in business data.

  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate data-driven solutions into business operations and strategic planning initiatives.

Key Achievements and Contributions

IT Department

• Successfully resolved over 200 IT support tickets within timeframes, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.

• Set up more than 100 laptops

Strategy Department

• Created interactive dashboards that provided real-time insights into sales performance, enabling stakeholders to make informed decisions.

• Developed machine learning models to predict if our clients will default on their loans or not

Skills and Competencies Developed

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in IT support, software development, data analysis, data visualization, and machine learning.

• Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot technical issues, identify opportunities for process improvement, and develop innovative solutions.

• Communication: Effective communication skills for collaborating with team members, presenting findings, and translating technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.

• Analytical Thinking: Capacity to analyze complex datasets, extract meaningful insights, and translate them into actionable recommendations.

• Project Management: Experience in managing tasks, prioritizing activities, and meeting deadlines within a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Certification and Training

BANKSETA Certification in Financial Services

• Issuing Organization: Banking Sector Education and Training Authority (BANKSETA)

• Completion Date: 28 February 2024

SAQA Cornerstone Solutions Training

• Completion Date: August 2023

• Training Modules:

  • Financial Management for Small Businesses

  • Entrepreneurship Development

  • Business Planning and Strategy

• Outcome: Developed practical skills and strategies for managing finances, starting and growing small businesses, and creating effective business plans.

Coursera Certifications

IBM Data Science Professional Certificate

• Completion Date: December 2023

• Key Skills Acquired:

  • Data analysis using Python and SQL

  • Machine learning models and techniques

  • Data visualization with Python libraries (Matplotlib, Seaborn)

• Projects:

  • More projects under Reports

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