Gcobisa Manina

Energetic and motivated Bachelor of Social Science in Human Settlement, passionate about contributing to South Africa's housing and infrastructure development. Strong understanding of housing policies, property development processes and community-focused planning. Brings exposure to municipal housing project, combined with administrative client-facing strengths. Seeking to gain more practical experience and enhances my employability opportunities.

Curriculum Development Intern - University of Fort Hare

(2023-02 - 2023-07)

• Data capturing and Report writing
• Assist on facilitation of curriculum development workshops and tutorship Trainings
• Responding to phone calls, emails and taking messages
• Minutestaking and Conducting blackboard trainings
• Assist with manual and online requisitions
• Dealing with student's blackboard problems
• Doing module evaluation reports and Manual filling
• Assist on the recruitment and selection processes
• Undertaking Research for curriculum development purposes
• Assisting visitors, addressing any queries they may have and direct them to the relevant offices
• Serving as the primary point of contact and receptionist for the department
• Coordinating outreach and marketing initiatives to promote the department's services and programs

Housing Officer Trainee - Raymond Mhlaba Local Municipality

(2021-02)

• Participated in a site visit to observe post-apartheid housing projects including RDP and semi-detached houses, under guidance of the Acting Director of Land Use and Management
• Gained insight into challenges and constraints faced in housing development projects such as financial limitations and contractor changes
• Observed the impact of these challenges on project implementation, including vacant spaces and incomplete developments
• Utilizing the HSS online system to validate and verify house ownership for inhabitants
• Coordinating the issuance of title deeds, adhering to strict procedural guidelines to ensure accuracy and legitimacy
• Providing telephone support and responding to inquiries from stakeholders
• Verifying and validating documentation submitted for zoning application to ensure compliance and regulations
• Preparing and issuing formal confirmation letters to confirm decisions, actions or agreements
• Managing and addressing inquiries from prospective applicants, offering guidance and clarification on housing application processes and requirements

Bachelor of Social Science - Human Settlement - University of Fort Hare (2017 - 2020)

Grade 12 - St. Patrick's Senior Secondary School (2015)