
Fardowsa Dolo
@fardowsadolo
Financial Aid Officer at Nelson Mandela University processing and disbursing student financial aid.
What I'm looking for
At Nelson Mandela University, I administer funds from internal and external sources and process and disburse financial aid to students.
I also manage financial resources and ensure accurate allocation, while working with external partners and stakeholders and representing the organization on committees.
Earlier, as a Financial Aid Assistant at Nelson Mandela University, I processed applications, updated records, and checked financial documents and calculations for accuracy and compliance.
At Unilever, I validated claims against internal records, managed SAP agreement numbers for payment and settlement, and processed payments. I also provided periodic reporting and reviewed claims status.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Financial Aid Officer
Nelson Mandela University
Sep 2023 - Present (3 years)
Administered funds from internal and external sources, managed financial resources, and ensured accurate allocation. Represented the organization on various committees and developed relationships with external partners and stakeholders.
TVET WIL and Edjournal Administrator
Nelson Mandela University
Apr 2023 - Aug 2023 (4 months)
Coordinated and managed projects including placements and publications. Liaised with various teams, negotiated deadlines, and performed routine administrative tasks.
Validated claims against internal records and managed SAP agreement numbers for payment and settlement. Processed payments, provided periodic reporting, and built relationships with stakeholders.
Financial Aid Assistant
Nelson Mandela University
Jan 2018 - May 2021 (3 years 4 months)
Processed financial aid applications and updated records. Verified payments and documentation for accuracy, reviewed financial statements, and ensured compliance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Nelson Mandela University
MPhil, Development Finance
Grade: 73%
Pursuing an MPhil in Development Finance with a research component at 73%.
EMCARE Training Academy
First Aid Level 1 Certificate, First Aid
Earned a First Aid Level 1 Certificate in 2025.
ALX Africa
Graphic Design Certificate, Graphic Design
Earned a Graphic Design Certificate in 2025.
Nelson Mandela University
Bachelor of Commerce Honours, Business Management
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Business Management.
Qumbu Village SSS
Matric, General
Completed Matric in 2013.
ALX Africa
Data Analytics Certificate, Data Analytics
Earned a Data Analytics Certificate in 2025.
TEFL Universal
120 hour TEFL Certificate, Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Earned a 120-hour TEFL Certificate in 2022.
Nelson Mandela University
Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce degree.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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