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Makgwale Sekele

@makgwalesekele

Results-driven Virtual Assistant with expertise in administrative support.

South Africa

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters growth, values teamwork, and allows me to utilize my organizational skills.

I am a results-driven Virtual Assistant with extensive experience in administrative support and social media management. My proficiency in email and calendar management, data entry, document preparation, and organizing virtual meetings has allowed me to streamline operations effectively. I have successfully coordinated social media content, achieving a remarkable 25% increase in engagement while maintaining brand consistency.

Throughout my freelance career, I have demonstrated my ability to deliver high-quality academic content and manage social media strategies that enhance audience engagement. My volunteer experiences, including organizing wellness workshops and mentoring students, have honed my leadership and problem-solving skills. I am dedicated to ensuring efficient day-to-day workflows and am always eager to learn and grow in my field.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Freelance Content Writer

Livingston Research

Jun 2024 - Present (11 months)

Researched and wrote high-quality academic content, meeting 100% of project deadlines. Delivered well-structured papers that received a 95% satisfaction rate from clients.

RU

Student Mentor Volunteer

Rhodes University

Mar 2024 - Jul 2024 (4 months)

Provided academic and personal guidance to 15+ first-year students, improving their retention and performance by 20%.

AS

Service Learning Volunteer

Archie Mbolekwa Primary School

Mar 2024 - Jul 2024 (4 months)

Facilitated English reading sessions for Grade 6 learners, building their confidence and literacy skills while coordinating lesson plans.

RU

Wellness Leader Volunteer

Rhodes University

Mar 2024 - Jul 2024 (4 months)

Organized and facilitated weekly wellness workshops for 100+ students, enhancing their stress management and productivity skills.

UP

Freelance Virtual Assistant

Upwork.com

Oct 2023 - Jul 2024 (9 months)

Managed high-volume email inboxes and scheduled meetings, maintaining a 98% client satisfaction rate while improving decision-making for clients.

PR

Online English Tutor

Preply

May 2023 - Jul 2024 (1 year 2 months)

Conducted personalized online lessons for diverse clients, tracking and reporting student progress to ensure measurable improvements.

SC

English Tutor

St Marks Comprehensive College

Feb 2021 - Nov 2021 (9 months)

Provided academic support to underachieving students, enhancing their understanding through clear communication and lesson planning.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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ALX AFRICA

Certificate, Virtual Assistant Training

2024 -

Completed an 8-week virtual assistant training program, focusing on key skills such as administrative support, time management, and customer service. Gained proficiency in managing schedules, communication, and task prioritization to enhance productivity.

HL

HP LIFE

Certificate, Customer Relationship Management

2024 -

Gained knowledge in understanding customer needs and behaviors to improve engagement and satisfaction. Learned to analyze buying habits and develop effective customer relationship management strategies. Acquired skills to build strong, long-lasting relationships with customers.

HL

HP LIFE

Certificate, Business Email

2024 -

Developed skills in writing professional and effective business emails, including structuring clear messages and maintaining appropriate tone. Gained expertise in designing polished email signatures to enhance communication professionalism.

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Rhodes University

Bachelor of Social Sciences, Organizational/Industrial Psychology

2022 -

Gained comprehensive knowledge in understanding workplace behavior, team dynamics, and organizational development, emphasizing effective leadership and human resource strategies. Developing skills in analyzing employee motivation, performance evaluation, and designing interventions to improve organizational efficiency and well-being.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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