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Samukelisiwe Nzama

Samukelisiwe Nzama

Management Assistant And Data Officer

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Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-NatalMember since August 8, 2026
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About

Ability to work under pressure, attention to details and good verbal and written communication both English and Zulu.

Experience in Office Administration and data capturing, eager to contribute diverse skills to a dynamic team. Seeking a growth-focused position to apply creativity, collaboration, and a strong work ethic for mutual success.

Fully computer literacy: Ms word, Excel, PowerPoint, Research Emails and excellent in keyboarding both speed and accuracy

Experience

Data Capture - Health Systems Trust

(2020-10 - 2025-12)

  • Provide Administrative services as required by Facility
  • Follow up on non-submission of data from various sources
  • Ensure that information is safe and perform regular backups of work captured in accordance with the directory from Team Leaders
  • Compilation of daily, weekly, Monthly and quarterly Statistics. Data mining and collection, coordinating the collection of quality data and maintenance of institutional Health and management database
  • Analysing and interpretation of data, feeding back information through both summary and comprehensive reports
  • Checking data by cross-referencing source documents, identifying missing points, resolving inconsistencies, and correcting duplications before submission
  • Organizing and securing both paper files and digital files, often executing regular system backups to prevent information loss
  • Rapidly and precisely inputting numbers, patient files, or transaction details into software like MS Excel or specialized systems (e.g., DHIS or Sage)
  • Accurately logging health indicators, patient histories, medication records, and clinical statistics into enterprise systems like WebDHIS (District Health Information System) and TIER.net
  • Verification & Quality: Reviewing daily intake forms, tick registers, and patient files for completeness, correctness, and consistency to identify discrepancies before entry
  • Reporting: Compiling and submitting routine daily, weekly, or monthly statistical reports and spreadsheets
  • Administration & Compliance: Adhering to the Department of Public Service and Administration frameworks, ensuring confidentiality, and maintaining electronic and manual records

Administration Clerk - NPZulu attorneys

(2015-04 - 2016-08)

Office Management: Scheduling meetings, managing calendars, greeting visitors, and maintaining both digital and physical filing systems. Procurement: Tracking inventory and ordering essential office supplies. Communication: Handling correspondence, screening phone calls, and answering client or customer inquiries. Finance & HR Support: Processing invoices, tracking expenses, basic bookkeeping, and assisting with onboarding new hires.

  • Manage daily administrative and secretarial duties
  • Answer calls, respond to emails, and handle general enquiries professionally
  • Schedule meetings, appointments, and team activities
  • Prepare documents, letters, reports, quotations, invoices, and presentations
  • Maintain company records, files, and digital documentation
  • Assist with client communication and follow-ups
  • Support project teams with admin tasks where required
  • Coordinate office supplies, equipment, and basic office needs
  • Take meeting minutes and distribute action points
  • Assist with data capturing, filing, and document management
  • Support management with calendar coordination and general office organization
  • Assist with basic social media scheduling, posting, and content coordination when required

Personal assistant/ Data Officer - Umgungundlovu District Office

(2016-10 - 2018-05)

  • Prepare and process quotations, invoices, and related documentation
  • General office administration, filing, scanning, and document control
  • Answer telephone and email enquiries
  • Diary and Calendar Management: Scheduling appointments, prioritizing meetings, and resolving schedule conflicts across time zones
  • Communication Handling: Acting as the primary point of contact by screening calls, managing emails, and drafting correspondence
  • Travel Coordination: Organizing complex travel itineraries, booking flights, arranging accommodations, and planning backup options for delays
  • Administrative Support: Preparing expense reports, maintaining digital filing systems, taking meeting notes, and conducting background research
  • Managing personal expenses, coordinating with household staff, scheduling vehicle maintenance, or running daily errands

Data officer - Aurum institute

(2019-10 - 2020-09)

  • Analysing and interpretation of data
  • Ensure timely submission of data by Colleagues and institutions and capture into corporate health management systems
  • Develop data collection tools and policies, logical frameworks, and performance indicators for organizational projects
  • Oversee data collection, conduct quality assurance (QA) to ensure accuracy, and securely store qualitative and quantitative data
  • Analyze gathered data to evaluate program impact and draft regular progress reports for management and donors
  • Train project staff and field workers on data collection tools and M&E compliance standards

Education

Diploma in Management Assistant - N4-N6 - Mgungundlovu TVET College (2013-06 - 2016-12)

N4-N6 - Computer Practice and Communication - Mgungundlovu TVET College (2013-06 - 2016-12)

N4-N6 - Business Studies - Mgungundlovu TVET College (2013-06 - 2016-12)

Grade 12 - Business Studies and Accounting - MehlokaZulu Secondary School (2009-01 - 2009-12)

Skills

Management Assistant And Data Officer

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