Andiswa
Mid-Level Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
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Andiswa L. is a dedicated social worker with extensive experience in supporting mental health, human rights, and community well-being. Previously employed by Out LGBT Well-being, she deeply engaged in the mental health program. Her role as a Monitoring and Evaluation officer at Sophakama CBD enriched her skills in data collection and quality control. She effectively supervised the implementation of psychosocial support services at SABCOHA, focusing on male sexual partners in MSP programs. Furthermore, her work with USAID underlined her commitment to supporting People Living with TB and their families. Andiswa played a pivotal role in human rights advocacy, aiming to reduce stigma within the Nelson Mandela Bay Sub-District. She is proficient in report writing and is bilingual in English and Xhosa, ensuring effective communication in diverse environments. Additionally, she excels in computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office, and demonstrates significant expertise in conflict resolution and time management.
Experience
Social Worker
Company not specified · 2024 — 2025Screened, evaluated, and provided comprehensive psychosocial assessments of key populations, developing treatment plans for clients with poor adherence. Conducted debriefing and counseling sessions while assessing clients' mental conditions. Managed home visits for clients, especially those lost to follow-up, and facilitated adherence clubs and safe spaces. Assisted clients with referrals for psychosocial services, including paralegal support and substance abuse.Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Company not specified · 2022 — 2024Applied M&E tools for data collection and quality control, capturing data at primary sites. Maintained and managed the M&E database while analyzing and aggregating findings. Verified and validated SR data monthly and tracked program performance against established targets and deliverables. Acted as the primary contact for all Human Rights M&E work, including collecting information for reports and presentations. Prepared weekly and monthly reports and collaborated with the program team to ensure quality data collection.Psychosocial Support Officer
SABCOHA (SA Business Coalition on Health & Aids) · 2021 — 2022Delivered psychosocial support services to male sexual partners of AGYW at Sophakama Organisation. Developed work schedules for ABYM Influencers and monitored progress to ensure targets were achieved. Conducted GBV dialogues within schools and communities and facilitated health talks aimed at educating Adolescent Boys and Young Men on HIV prevention. Managed data capturing to an online system and coordinated the Data Capturing team, assisting with weekly and monthly reporting.Social Worker (USAID programme)
Sophakama CBD, Care & Support Programme · 2020 — 2021Referred clients to community resources and organized consultation sessions on their behalf. Communicated with various stakeholders, including legal personnel and health institutions, to support clients. Evaluated clients' living situations for basic needs and safety. Provided psychosocial and moral support to families affected by DS/DR TB and secured funding for food assistance for OVC. Compiled monthly reports.Data Capturer
Sophakama CBD, Care & Support Programme · 2020 — 2021Supervised Lay Counsellors and Community Carer Workers, collecting daily reports for data capture. Prepared and submitted weekly and monthly reports, monitoring work for discrepancies and participating in relevant meetings. Engaged in HTS data capturing using the HCF online tool.Human Rights Community Mobiliser
Sophakama CBD, Care & Support Programme · 2020 — 2020Facilitated Human Rights sessions and community dialogues addressing KVPs, aiming to raise awareness and reduce stigma and discrimination while encouraging the reporting of Human Rights violations.Social Worker (Field Placement)
Rape Crisis Centre (RCC) · 2016 — 2016Provided counseling to individuals and families affected by rape and gender-based violence. Completed intake forms and reports for clients and assisted grassroots organizations in obtaining expertise for organizational development. Facilitated sessions for learners with behavioral challenges, offering feedback to teachers and RCC management, and submitted monthly reports.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Bachelor of Social WorkUniversity of South Africa · 2012 — 2017
- Secretarial DiplomaMSC Private College · 1999 — 2000
- Management Assistant N4Kwa-Nobuhle Technical College · 1997 — Present
- MatricXolani Senior Secondary School · 1992 — 1996
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