Kenny Mndawe

Facilitating Tutorials and Practical Sessions Facilitated small groups of students in the exploration of course content, encompassing physical and human geography concepts, cartography, Earth–Sun interactions, meteorological processes, plate tectonics, and landform evolution.

Academic Support and Feedback Facilitated students' comprehension of lectures, elucidated challenging concepts, and offered constructive critiques on assignments, examinations, and practical tasks.

Assessment and Administration Assisted in the preparation and evaluation of tutorial exercises, quizzes, and assessments according to departmental standards, ensuring equity and uniformity.

Student Engagement and Mentorship Facilitated participation, orchestrated group discussions, and assisted students in cultivating academic competencies, including critical thinking, scientific writing, and foundational GIS knowledge.

Participating in a multidisciplinary research study that examines water quality across three river catchments in the Eastern Cape, yielding essential data for regional environmental health.

Adhered to and executed citizen science protocols, effectively involving local communities in data collection to broaden research scope and enhance public participation.

Collaborated with municipal stakeholders to translate complex research findings into actionable conservation strategies and policy recommendations.

Employed sophisticated GIS mapping and statistical modelling methods to examine environmental data, providing substantial insights for sustainable resource management.

Monitoring and Compliance Ensure a daily presence on-site, conduct inspections of activities, and verify adherence to the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), Environmental Management Programme (EMPr), permits, and relevant legislation.

Incident and Risk Management Maintain an incident register, implement corrective measures, and formulate action plans to rectify non-conformities or environmental incidents occurring during construction.

Reporting and Communication Compile weekly and monthly environmental monitoring reports, participate in HSE meetings and toolbox discussions, and coordinate communication among the construction team, Safety Manager, client, and Environmental Control Officer (ECO).

Environmental Stewardship Supervise waste management, ensure appropriate signage and barriers are established, manage the environmental file, and advocate compliance with all environmental regulations and standards.

Delivered engaging tutorials and practical demonstrations for Geography 101, covering physical geography, climatology, and GIS basics for diverse student cohorts.

Designed and implemented effective assessment rubrics, providing targeted one-on-one academic support to over 100 undergraduate students.

Contributed to curriculum development by integrating current environmental science principles and pedagogical best practices into teaching materials.

Fostered an inclusive learning environment, improving student comprehension and engagement in complex geographical concepts.

Conducted extensive ethnographic fieldwork to assess the socio-economic role of waste pickers in Steytlerville, generating critical insights into informal recycling economies.

Presented research findings at the national Conference (SSAG 2023) and to municipal recycling stakeholders, directly influencing local policy discussions and waste management strategies.

Utilized qualitative fieldwork and interview analysis techniques to gather and interpret data, providing a nuanced understanding of community livelihoods.

Authored a comprehensive research paper, 'Examining the Livelihoods of Waste Pickers and Their Influence on the Recycling Industry in Steytlerville,' contributing to academic discourse.

Supervised examinations for large student groups, ensuring strict adherence to academic integrity protocols and institutional guidelines.

Managed exam logistics and maintained a fair testing environment, contributing to the credibility of assessment processes.

Resolved minor issues during exams efficiently, minimizing disruptions and supporting a focused testing atmosphere.