Cait McCann
@caitmccann
Passionate sustainability advocate with expertise in urban planning.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated professional with a strong background in sustainable development and urban planning. My journey began with a Bachelor of Social Science, where I majored in Geography and Psychology, and has evolved through various internships and academic pursuits. Currently, I am pursuing a Master’s Degree in Sustainable Development at Stellenbosch University, focusing on green finance and its implications for funding sustainability start-ups.
My recent internship experiences at Our Future Cities and Flybox have equipped me with practical skills in research, stakeholder engagement, and grant proposal development. I have a keen interest in the intersection of sustainability and urban policies, which I explored through my thesis comparing corporate understandings of sustainability across different contexts. I am also actively involved in community initiatives, striving for a more sustainable future.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Administrative Assistant
The Yacht Vacation Company
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Collaborate with yacht charter brokers to design brochures using online software, showcasing yacht options to clients. This role involves creative design and effective communication.
Intern
Our Future Cities
Jul 2023 - Jan 2024 (6 months)
Completed an internship at Our Future Cities, an urban consultancy, where I conducted research, participated in client meetings, co-hosted stakeholder engagements, and conducted site visits. This experience enhanced my understanding of property, urban policies, and current urban news.
Intern
Flybox
Sep 2023 - Jan 2024 (4 months)
Gained hands-on experience in the sustainability start-up sector by conducting research and collaborating on grant proposals. This role provided insights into agritech in Kenya and the UK, including communication with government officials regarding animal feed production regulations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Stellenbosch University
Master's Degree, Sustainable Development
2023 - 2026
This Master's Degree in Sustainable Development required on-campus learning for approximately four weeks annually. My thesis, categorised under green finance, is a comparison of corporate understandings and measurements of sustainability in Southern and Western contexts and the impact this has on the funding of sustainability start-ups in Southern contexts.
GetSmarter (University of Cape Town)
Short Course, Property Development and Investment
2023 - 2024
I have completed the GetSmarter short course in property development and investment where I have developed skills and gained valuable knowledge about the property sector.
University of Cape Town
Honours Degree, Urban and Regional Planning
2020 - 2024
I have obtained an Honours Degree in Urban and Regional Planning through the University of Cape Town. This has expanded my knowledge in urbanism, including GIS urban design, property development and financial viability, spatial planning and Adobe best use practices.
The Interior Design Institute
Diploma, Interior Design
2021 - 2024
I have completed an Interior Design Diploma through the Interior Design Institute, where I have developed skills and gained valuable knowledge in the field of interior design.
Stellenbosch University
Postgraduate Diploma, Sustainable Development Leadership
2023 - 2023
I am have completed my Postgraduate Diploma offered by Stellenbosch University at the Sustainability Institute. I completed the Sustainable Development 1, Complexity Theory and Systems Thinking, Renewable Energy Systems, Food System Transitions, Renewable Energy Systems, Bioenergy, and Development Planning and Environmental Analysis modules.
Rhodes University
Bachelor of Social Science, Social Science
2019 - 2022
I completed a Bachelor of Social Sciences undergraduate degree, majoring in Geography and Psychology. In addition to these majors, I have completed the following modules: Botany 102, Sociology 1, Environmental Sciences 2, and the Industrial and Economic Sociology 2.
Springfield Convent of the Holy Rosary
National Senior Certificate
2019 - 2019
In 2019 I obtained my National Senior Certificate through Springfield Convent of the Holy Rosary.
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