Anita Smith

A results-driven professional with extensive experience in public administration and project management. Equipped with a solid educational foundation in Public Management (N4-N6), which provided comprehensive skills in public finance, administration, and policy development. Proficient in building strong relationships, fostering collaboration, and ensuring efficient operations across diverse roles.

Known for exceptional organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to deliver innovative solutions in fast-paced environments. Multilingual and highly proficient in Microsoft Office, with a strong commitment to achieving organizational goals and driving service excellence.

Deputy Presiding Officer - Electoral Commission of South Africa

(2024-05)

• Assisted citizens with voter registration and address harvesting.
• Inspected the voters' roll for accuracy and operated a scanner to process voter information.
• Ensured accurate completion of registration forms and submitted reports to the local IEC office.
• Safeguarded IEC materials and managed all administrative activities at the voting station.
• Monitored staff attendance and ensured proper documentation for all personnel.
• Maintained a clean and orderly voting station while enforcing COVID-19 protocols, including mask-wearing, social distancing, and sanitization upon entry.
• Guided citizens to ensure they had the correct ballots and placed them correctly.
• Assisted in the tallying of votes and provided support to citizens where needed.
• Professionally managed the station on behalf of the IEC to ensure smooth and efficient operations.

IEC Official - Electoral Commission of South Africa

(2016-08)

Technical Support Manager - Community Work Programme (CWP)

(2023-06)

• Laisse and support the Provincial Manager, District Manager and sites on a regular basis to establish the needs of the province and ensure effective functioning of all sites.
• Arrange site, district and provincial meetings, write minutes, meeting report and share with all members.
• Management of stakeholders and attend LRC/stakeholders meetings.
• Facilitate and support Dcog site visit, internal audit and external audit.
• Submit all the information requested by Dcog including monthly and quarterly reports.

Administrator - Paradise Cove Pub and Grill

(2022-10 - 2023-05)

• Manage all administrative tasks in the office.
• Assist Project Manager and Manager with day to day tasks.
• Ensure all data is captured and filed.
• Oversee and manage logistics within the company.

Site Administrator - Joubert Park Youth Outreach Project

(2018-01 - 2021-09)

• Supervised and ensured the accuracy of all data capturing activities to maintain precise project records.
• Managed logistics and coordinated resources necessary for the seamless execution of the project.
• Prepared and verified payment data using detailed registers to ensure timely and accurate disbursements.
• Communicated effectively with stakeholders, service providers, and participants to facilitate collaboration and resolve issues promptly.
• Oversaw all administrative tasks, including documentation, reporting, and compliance, to support the efficient functioning of the project.

Storekeeper - Community Works Programme (CWP)

(2016-02 - 2017-12)

• Conducted prepaid stock-taking and reconciled forms to ensure accurate inventory records.
• Oversaw the issuance of equipment, tools, and materials, ensuring proper allocation and accountability.
• Maintained clear, detailed, and organized records to support efficient store operations.
• Ensured the safekeeping of inventory by monitoring quality and maintaining the required quantities.
• Managed all general control activities within the store to ensure smooth and effective operations.

Public Management - Public Management - Ehlanzeni TVET College (2019 - 2020)

National Senior Certificate - Hoerskool Barberton (2012)