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Very good working environment
I have held three different positions at UCT in the last three and half years. Between September 2016 – June 2019, I was a postdoctoral researcher at the African Institute of Financial Markets and Risk Management (AIFMRM). I enjoyed my experience at AIFMRM. My colleagues were very friendly and willing to collaborate on different projects. Between August 2019 – November 2019, I was a Senior Researcher at SALDRU. Here, I got to lead a team of three junior researchers on an interesting project about youth unemployment in South Africa. During this time, I learned a lot about the South African labour market, especially challenges government faces in its efforts to reduce youth unemployment. It was challenging leading a team of researchers from a distance (as I was based in Uganda for part of the project) but it worked-out very well. For January and February of 2020, I am lecturing an Honours level quantitative course (Mathematics for Economists).
Pros: Type of work (research and teaching) I enjoy
Cons: Short contracts
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My work experience has been nothing but fruitful and pleasant, our relationship has been pleasant among my peers. I have learned to work in a team and alone. the most enjoyable moments were when clients are happy and satisfied and the challenges were processing all ADHOC payments before final pay run but through team work and dedication I have learned to manage and succeed without delays
Pros: Open to any oppertunities to the benefit of the company
Cons: I am flexable to any Hours
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A good environment that allows you to balance student life and the working life.
Work in a team of other subwardens Ensure the res and the students are doing well and provide assistance where needed such as calling maintenance or a nurse to see a student I enjoy the interaction with other people the most
Pros: Great opportunity for improving people skills
Cons: Can sometimes be woken up in the middle of the night if there is an emergency
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Unique business environment
returned to higher education whilst i completed my thesis for my MBA. Universities are like churches and this is my fourth such institution. i have elaborated on my job content within my detailed CV.
Pros: Good Culture
Cons: i have performed in these roles previously so am learning nothing new
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Great for personal growth
Chemical engineering processes can be challenging, and as a Teaching Assistant a daily duty is to study different chemical process plants simulated by students and advise on the way forward. Discuss alternative solutions with co-workers, and everyday I learn that there are many ways to solve a problem, they might be all correct, and that is also the part I enjoy the most. The challenging part is that sometimes your way, is not the best way and you have to change your perspective to come up with a better solution.
Pros: Diversity in projects
Cons: Long working hours
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Learning curve
Excellent learning curve every day a new Excellent learning curve every day a new challenge teamwork is very supportive I learnt to work in a hospital environment i enjoyed being an asset to the hospital and to help where I could you have to be a fast learner to work in this environment If you are thrown in by the deep side you just have to breath and swim teamwork is very supportive I learnt to work in a hospital environment i enjoyed being an asset to the hospital and to help where I could you have to a fast learner to work in this environment If you are thrown in by the deep side you just have to breath and swim
Pros: Great opportunity to be promoted
Cons: Travelling
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Excellent experience in every sphere
I started as a filing clerk. Then became an administrative assistant, Creditors Clerk, Reconcilation Clerk, purchaser, Pcard Administrator. Have an excellent relationship with colleague's.
Pros: Excellent working conditions
Cons: Flexi working hours
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Excellent learning environment
I'm currently studying at the university, doin my final semester and will e Don with my degree by July. I have tutor at the university and work in there was quiet fun as I had to engage with other tutors and plan our tutoring days and how are we going toassist and guide the students
Pros: Number 1 university in Africa
Cons: Long school hours and more work since its remote learning
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Exceptional study learning
The company is great, supportive and exceptional. The environment is diverse and people are welcoming and loving, which helped me to focus. The training is challenging (intellectually) but doable through Positivism.
Pros: great opportunity for promotion
Cons: fair working hours
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Great Academic and research opportunities
An academic environment. Traveling is required. Good working atmosphere with small team. I learned that I need to be flexible with my daily schedule and plans. I enjoyed facilitating traiining and interacting with people on national level.
Pros: Traveling and engaging with national partners and stakeholders
Cons: Job security
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