Khotso Mekgwe
Wits Digital Campus
South Africa
Hi, I'm Khotso Mekgwe!
Industrial-Organisational Psychology Intern at Liberty Group South Africa
Khotso hails from Johannesburg, Soweto and holds an MA Industrial/Organisational degree from the University of Johannesburg. His dissertation, titled 'Understanding the work identity of Black emerging adults in South African townships', investigates the work experiences of this population. Khotso considers his strengths to be his determination, optimism, efficacy and resilience. Khotso has experience in the following organisational psychology-related domains; learning and development, testing and assessments, employee wellness, organisational development and change management, amongst others.
Experience
Youth@worK
HR Administrator
September 2021 - May 2022
Attracted suitable applicants by creating adverts and advertising vacancies using the most effective sourcing channels. Compiled job profiles for the business. Finalised applicant shortlisting by engaging line management/HR. Screened applicant CV’s by reviewing and identifying appropriate applicants. Facilitated achievement of meeting objectives by promptly distributing minutes and outcome. Participated in deciding on most suitable candidate for appointment through line and candidates engagement. Supported and guided employees in understanding HR policies and services. Provide bulk recruitment administrative support.
MTN SA
Store Manager
September 2017 - January 2019
Ensured that financial objectives are met and that all aspects of the store are always running smoothly. Identified client’s needs and offered alternative communications and data solutions. Coached and mentored store team members to achieve store targets. Reorganized sales floor to improve visual merchandising displays. Resolved complex customer enquiries, disputes and complaints. Provided consumer sales product training on various telecommunications products. Built and maintained relationships with key stakeholders and all staff. Performed key-holding duties by managing cash drawers, site security and timely opening and closing of the store.
MTN SA
Inventory Manager
November 2010 - August 2017
Controlled the inventory function in order to meet the required service levels. Ensured high-quality services are delivered to all stakeholders. Handled courier’s inquiries and orders. Ordered stock for the store. Handled all repair phones. Daily and monthly stocktaking.
MTN SA
Sales Consultant
May 2005 - October 2010
Established and maintained client base, conducted client meetings to assure new business development and customer retention. Provided support and maintained relationships with clients in order to increase sales revenue by introducing value added services whilst ensuring customer satisfaction. Identified client’s needs and offered alternative communications and data solutions. Logged and resolved customer queries, or forwarded to relevant department where necessary and provided feedback to customers. Created brand awareness and new product development. Provided consumer sales product training on various telecommunications products.
MTN SA
Call Centre Agent
September 2002 - April 2005
Handled calls from MTN postpaid customers. Performed postpaid activations, suspensions, account queries and sim swaps. Educated customers on MTN products and services. Assisted subscribers with handset configurations for data services. Researched, identified, and resolve customer complaints using applicable software. Escalated customer's queries to the appropriate channels for resolution. Managed and resolved customer complaints.
Education
Industrial Psychology
University of Johannesburg
Graduated in 2023
Certificates & Badges
No certificates or badges added
Projects
Career Counsellor
I facilitated one-on-one guided in-person or virtual career discussions with an Ignition student.
Outcomes that I recieved from this project include:
● Identification of two or three general career options, ● Identification of two or three courses and institutions to apply at, ● Identification of one or two areas of job shadowing, and the ● Identification of areas for the student to do continued research and thinking on.
Allan Gray Orbis Foundation (AGOF 2023) Fellowship Campaign
•https://allangrayorbis.org/programmes/fellowship/Assessor
Took part in the following selection activities ● Assessed and moderated application forms ● Conducted interviews with short-listed applicants ● Assessed applicants at the 2023 SA Entrepreneurial Camp ● Assessed applicants at the 2023 SADC Entrepreneurial Camp
Languages
English
Skills
Teamwork
Assessment Center
Psychometric
Change Management
Management
Talent Acquisition / Recruitment
Organization Change & Development
Career Counseling
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