Akimu Rajab
3rd Year Science Student
Makhanda
Summary
I am passionate about contributing to the scientific community and driving positive change through community engagement and research initiatives. I aspire to give back, enhancing my skills and knowledge while making meaningful contributions to benefit communities and advance the field of geology and geography. Eager to bring my skills and enthusiasm to the geology field, I am excited about making a lasting impact on both professional and community levels.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Lab Assistant
Rhodes University: I&TS Division
3 2023 - Current
- Improve Lab Efficiency
- Assist students with problems they may experience using the software in the public computer labs
- Resolve faults and technical problems within the lab.
Conference Vac Sub-Warden
Rhodes University
09.2023 - 09.2023
- Liaison between the residence student and warden
- Ensure that House rules are adhered to
- Report maintenance and problems within the house.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geology And Geography
Rhodes Univeristy
Makhanda 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Uitenhage High School
Kariega 04.2001 -
Skills
Management Skills
Excellent Communication Skills
Good team player
Problem Solving Skills
Creative Problem Solving
Excellent Customer Service Skills
Microsoft Office
Leadership Skills
Lab equipment maintenance
Positive Attitude
Leadership/ Extracurricular Activities
- RUCE Student Leader: High School Tutoring and Mentoring, Rhodes University Community Engagement (01/01/24-Present)
- Geography Class Representative, Rhodes University (02/01/22-Present)
- RocSoc 2024 Treasurer, Rhodes University (04/01/24-Present)
- SingaRocka Geology Student Peer Mentor/Mentee, Rhodes University (07/01/23-Present)
- Drostdy Hall Head Student, Rhodes University (2023)
- Graham House Entertainment Representative, Rhodes University (2022)
- UHPPTA NLT Grade 8 Mathematics Tutor at Uitenhage High school (2022-Present)
- SPCA Volunteer, Makhanda
- Head Boy 2021, Uitenhage High School
- Rhodes Hockey Team (2022-Present)
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
isiXhosa
Advanced (C1)
Accomplishments
- Botha House Top 10 Academic Excellence Award for the June 2024 Examination
- Botha House Academic Excellence among the Third Years for the June 2024 Examination
Hobbies
Hiking, Gym, Hockey, Nature, Camping, Anime, Gaming
References
- Blanché Gerber, Rhodes University: I&TS Division, b.gerber@ru.ac.za, 083 9923124
- Dr. R. Oosthuizen, Rhodes University Community Engagement, roosthuizen@ru.ac.za, 076 347 3059
- Sean Nkosi, Rhodes University: Graham House 2022 Warden, s.nkosi@ru.ac.za, 081272 1346
Timeline
Conference Vac Sub-Warden
Rhodes University
09.2023 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Geology And Geography
Rhodes Univeristy
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Uitenhage High School
04.2001 -
Lab Assistant
Rhodes University: I&TS Division
3 2023 - Current
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