Mcebo Mondli Mbatha

Higher-education professional with a Bachelor of Social Work, Master of Social Science and a Doctor of Philosophy in Criminology and Forensic Studies in progress.

Experienced

University of KwaZulu-Natal lecturer, tutor, teaching assistant, mentor and First-Year Experience/Wellness Coordinator. Brings strong capability in teaching and learning, curriculum support, student development, postgraduate supervision, academic administration, programme coordination, data analysis and research. Recognised for collaborative leadership, facilitation, communication and student-centred support.

Academic Lecturer - University of KwaZulu-Natal - Durban, South Africa

(2024-02 - 2026-12)

• Deliver lectures according to approved timetables and streams; develop and teach modules; consult students; set and mark assignments; administer and assess main, supplementary and special examinations.
• Supervise postgraduate students and contribute to curriculum development within the Cluster.
• Apply relevant University, School, Cluster and Programme policies and contribute to the academic ethos and quality of teaching and learning.

Wellness / First-Year Experience (FYE) Coordinator - University of KwaZulu-Natal - Durban, South Africa

(2025-01 - 2026-03)

• Coordinated the comprehensive FYE programme, including first-year orientation and weekly academic-support seminars.
• Recruited, trained and managed senior peer mentors supporting first-time-entry students and the FYE online course.
• Extracted and analysed student performance and attendance data, prepared reports, identified at-risk students and facilitated referrals to appropriate support services.
• Managed day-to-day administration and HR-related processes for mentors and temporary FYE staff.

Teaching Assistant / Tutor - University of KwaZulu-Natal - Durban, South Africa

(2017-01 - 2023-12)

• Conducted weekly tutorials and student consultations; prepared tutorial activities with cluster leadership.
• Marked tests and assignments, maintained attendance records and submitted marks to lecturers within deadlines.

Student Mentor - University of KwaZulu-Natal - Durban, South Africa

(2017-01 - 2022-12)

• Facilitated individual and group sessions, produced regular reports, maintained confidentiality and participated in training and debriefing activities.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Criminology and Forensic Studies - University of KwaZulu-Natal (2024-01)

Master of Social Science - Sociology - University of KwaZulu-Natal (2020-12)

Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work - University of KwaZulu-Natal (2015-12)