Libhongo Rhayi

Human Resource Management professional with experience in HR administration, academic coordination, and executive-level administrative support within a higher education environment. Skilled in recruitment support, performance monitoring, confidential records management, and stakeholder coordination. Proven ability to manage complex administrative processes, support leadership, and ensure compliance with institutional policies. Strong organisational, communication, and data management skills.

Secretary to the Business School Director at Nelson Mandela University (2025-12 – Present)

• Provide administrative support to the Business School Director and executive office.
• Manage executive calendar, meetings, travel arrangements, and correspondence.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and confidential documentation.
• Coordinate internal committee meetings and stakeholder engagements.
• Maintain compliance with institutional administrative procedures.
• Support data management and record-keeping processes.

Academic Advisor Coordinator at Nelson Mandela University (2024-02 – 2025-11)

• Coordinated academic advising services for over 200 students.
• Supervised and supported a team of 8 academic advisors.
• Developed training materials and performance monitoring tools.
• Implemented quality assurance processes to improve service delivery.
• Maintained confidential student records in compliance with university policies.
• Generated reports to support student success tracking and management decisions.

Human Resources Management Lecturing Assistant Intern at Nelson Mandela University (2024-02 – 2025-11)

• Assisted with recruitment and selection administration, including documentation and candidate coordination.
• Maintained employee records and supported HR data management processes.
• Supported compliance procedures during assessments and invigilation processes.
• Performed HRIS data capturing and administrative reporting tasks.
• Observed and applied HR best practices within a university environment.

Virtual Business Development Intern at EDU Africa Ltd (2023-01 – 2023-02)

• Conducted organisational needs assessments with senior leadership.
• Performed market research and competitive analysis.
• Developed business proposals and strategic growth recommendations.
• Supported cross-functional project implementation initiatives.

MCom in Human Resource Management Research – Nelson Mandela University (2026)

BCom Honours in Labour Relations and Human Resources Management – Nelson Mandela University (2025)

Advanced Diploma in Business Studies (Human Resource Management) – Nelson Mandela University (2024)

National Diploma in Human Resource Management – Nelson Mandela University (2020 – 2023)