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Sibongiseni Beja

@sibongisenibeja

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Humanities graduate skilled in research, critical analysis, and human-centred problem solving.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I seek a human-centred role in research, community programmes, or NGOs where I can apply interdisciplinary research skills, support vulnerable populations, and grow professionally.

I am a versatile humanities graduate with a Bachelor of Arts (History; Philosophy and Psychology) from Rhodes University, grounded in critical thinking, research, and analytical writing.

My academic training included quantitative and qualitative research, psychological assessment, interventions, and community psychology, equipping me to apply interdisciplinary methods to real-world problems.

I have practical experience as an Intern Field Worker at Reach for a Dream, where I coordinated with hospitals, families, and partner organisations to identify beneficiaries and deliver meaningful support to children facing life‑threatening illnesses.

I volunteer in early childhood literacy programmes, and I bring strong communication, cultural awareness, statistical analysis (Jamovi), and ethical reasoning to roles in research, analysis, and human-centred work.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Intern Field Worker

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Reach for a Dream

Identified eligible children and managed relationships with hospitals and child-focused organizations to facilitate dream-fulfillment initiatives, serving as liaison between families, healthcare providers, and the NGO to deliver supportive experiences.

Stakeholder Engagement Liaison Relationship Building Empathy Communication Community Outreach Case Identification Child Welfare Referral Management

Volunteer Literacy Tutor

RUCE

Jan 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years 11 months)

Delivered early childhood literacy and play-based activities in underprivileged communities to support cognitive, gross and fine motor development among young children.

Early Childhood Development Play Based Learning Community Education Child Development Communication Program Delivery

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Rhodes University

Bachelor of Arts, History; Philosophy; Psychology

Activities and societies: Relevant coursework in psychological assessment, psychological interventions, community interventions, quantitative and qualitative research, and critical health.

Completed a Bachelor of Arts with majors in History, Philosophy and Psychology, focusing on research, critical analysis, and interdisciplinary approaches.