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Tolakele Talitha Silo

@tolakeletalithasilo

I teach communication and isiXhosa while building clear, effective institutional communications.

I'm a Communications Skills Lecturer at Walter Sisulu University, teaching Public Relations, Public Management, Office Management Technology and Auditing students. I manage assessments and module-related student administration using blended learning skills.

Previously, I taught isiXhosa at Cedar House High and supported Rhodes University as a Projects Administrator, Communications Officer and Communications Assistant. I've drafted and edited newsletters, publications and social media content, maintained web content, coordinated events and supported stakeholder communication.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Communications Skills Lecturer

Current

Walter Sisulu University

Apr 2023 - Present (3 years 5 months)

Teaching communication skills to Public Relations, Public Management, Office Management Technology and Auditing students. Managing assessments and student admin related to the module using blended learning skills.

Teaching Communication Skills Blended Learning Assessment Management Student Administration

IsiXhosa Teacher

Cedar House High

Oct 2021 - Mar 2023 (1 year 5 months)

Teaching isiXhosa to second language speakers. Managing assessments and education-related admin, incorporating blended learning, and mentoring students.

Teaching IsiXhosa Blended Learning Assessment Management Mentorship

Projects Administrator & Communications Officer

Rhodes University

Feb 2020 - May 2020 (3 months)

Provided administrative and organisational support to the director, liaised with stakeholders, oversaw funds and expenditure, coordinated events and meetings, and worked with administrative staff in the vice chancellor's office.

Administration Stakeholder Liaison Event Coordination Financial Oversight Communication Skills

Communications Assistant

Rhodes University

Sep 2018 - Dec 2018 (3 months)

Assisted the communications manager, drafted and edited communications copy, maintained web content, and helped shape and communicate the institution's vision and mission.

Editing Writing Web Content Management Communication Skills

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Rhodes University

Master of Arts, African Languages

Master of Arts in African Languages with a speciality in isiXhosa literature, obtained in 2019.

Rhodes University

Postgraduate Diploma, Enterprise Management

Postgraduate Diploma in Enterprise Management, completed in 2016, covering modules in supply chain management, financial management, marketing, entrepreneurial law, entrepreneurship, and human resources management.