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| Based on what you know now, would you pick the same career path?
Based on what I now know, I would pursue the same career route. My work in the Engagement Office has been
both hard and rewarding, providing me with vital knowledge and prospects for advancement.
| What do you consider to be your greatest accomplishments (both personally and professionally)?
Personally:
One of my greatest personal accomplishments has been completing my Diploma in Logistics. This achievement
required dedication, hard work, and perseverance, and it has laid a strong foundation for my professional career.

Professionally:
Professionally, my greatest accomplishment has been successfully managing and coordinating multiple projects
at the Engagement Office. Through effective teamwork, strategic planning, and problem-solving
.
| What advice would you give to younger alumni or current students who aspire to follow a similar career
path?
Build connections with professionals in the industry through internships, networking events, volunteering
because these relationships an open door to job opportunities and provide valuable insights.

Xoliswa Senye

Year of Graduation: 2025
Qualification(s): BAhons (Public Administration)

| What company/organization do you work for now? What is
your job title?
Engagement office
Project Assistant
| How did you become interested in your field?
I became interested in my field because I am passionate about contributing to a transforming society. I am
driven by a desire to make a positive impact and be part of shaping a better future as a public servant.
| What skills or knowledge did you learn throughout university that you found most useful in your career?
Communication skills
Computer literacy skills
Creativity and initiative skills
Adaptability and Resilience
Team building and Teamwork
| How relevant is your degree to your current role?
As a project assistant, I get involved in community engagement programmes. These programmes
encourage citizen participation in the decision-making which is a fundamental principle of democratic public
administration. Most importantly these programmes improve the effectiveness of public service which public
servants aim to do.

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